Software Asset Management; SAM & License Compliance Consultant

Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant

Location: Chandler, AZ | Charlotte, NC | Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)

Duration: 24-Month Contract-to-Hire

Rate: $65-$70+ per hour for contract period.

Interview Process: 1-2 Virtual Interviews

We are seeking an experienced Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant to support enterprise software governance, license compliance, software asset optimization, and audit readiness initiatives within a large-scale technology environment.

This role will be responsible for performing software license compliance analysis, interpreting software contracts and licensing agreements, improving software asset data quality, supporting audit activities, and identifying software optimization opportunities. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with hands‑on experience in Software Asset Management (SAM), IT Asset Management (ITAM), software licensing, and compliance operations.

The position will work closely with technology, procurement, vendor management, finance, and leadership teams to ensure software assets are accurately tracked, compliant, and optimized across the enterprise.

• Perform software license compliance analysis and determine enterprise compliance positions
• Execute software license reconciliations across strategic and non‑strategic vendors
• Identify and remediate over‑deployment, under‑utilization, and compliance risks
• Support governance activities related to Software Asset Management (SAM) and Software License Compliance (SLC)

• Analyze software contracts, maintenance agreements, and licensing terms
• Interpret licensing models, entitlements, restrictions, and compliance requirements
• Apply licensing rules to operational environments and deployment scenarios
• Track contract deliverables, renewals, maintenance obligations, and certifications

• Research, analyze, and validate software asset data
• Investigate and resolve software inventory and entitlement discrepancies
• Support software catalog management and lifecycle tracking activities
• Improve data quality across discovery, inventory, and entitlement systems

• Support internal and external software audits
• Prepare audit documentation and compliance evidence
• Validate software compliance positions and licensing calculations
• Maintain audit trails and supporting documentation

• Identify opportunities for software optimization and cost reduction
• Analyze software usage and consumption trends
• Recommend licensing and deployment adjustments
• Support software spend optimization initiatives

• Utilize Service Now and related workflow tools to support SAM processes
• Execute compliance tracking, reconciliation, and governance workflows
• Maintain operational procedures and process documentation

• 5+ years of technology, Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or software licensing experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with:
  • Software Asset Management (SAM)
  • IT Asset Management (ITAM)
  • Software License Compliance
  • Software License Reconciliation
  • Software Contract Analysis
  • Software Audits
• Strong understanding of:
  • Software licensing models
  • Contract interpretation
  • License compliance concepts
  • Software entitlement management
• Experience with data analysis, research, troubleshooting, and reconciliation activities
• Experience using Service Now or similar asset management/workflow platforms
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills

• Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting medium‑scale technology initiatives
• Experience influencing stakeholders and senior leadership
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Prior experience in enterprise Software Asset Management or License Management functions

Demonstrated experience utilizing AI-enabled tools, including:

• Microsoft Copilot
• Copilot Studio
• Claude
• Gemini
• Tachyon or similar AI‑assisted…