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IBCS seeks to fill the position of Production Software Licensing Analyst with an individual experienced in the understanding, management, and tracking of software license models and associated support services.
Basic Qualifications:
- BA + 6 years of exp: MA + 4 years of exp or 4 years additional of years in lieu of a degree
- Hands on experience with tracking, purchasing, and managing software licensing models and the associated processes and services
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a high stress and dynamic environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to acquire and maintain a secret security clearance
In this role, you will work closely with various departments to monitor, track, and manage software licenses across the program and multiple contracts. In addition, the license manager is responsible for managing large amounts of data that can be used for software purchasing, consolidation and licensing. Other responsibilities of the software license manager include secure, central storage of license certificates and a clear definition of licensing rules. Duties will require you to identify and address issues, advise management, verify usage, advise purchases based on needs, and provide project delivery after meeting requirements. You will ensure adherence to software licensing terms and conditions, compliance policies and regulations.
The software license manager will coordinate with the product management team to maintain knowledge on all licensing changes, documentation, conduct research to assist with purchases and contract requirements, and offer end-user functional support. You will work with management, software deployment, desktop compliance, software engineering & development teams, procurement, finance, and contracts to evaluate requests for ongoing and new software and provide ongoing process improvement or license compliance and usage. You will also work with vendors and procurement to ensure material is ordered and delivered in a timely manner. The software license manager will support the team lead to report on costs and estimated deliveries. You will play a critical role in maintaining compliance, mitigating risks, and optimizing software usage, while also contributing to cost-saving initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Define controls, processes, and procedures for software license asset management to ensure software and services are effectively and efficiently managed.
- Monitor software usage and licenses across the designated program to ensure compliance with licensing agreements, terms and conditions, and relevant regulations.
- Manages User Accounts, websites, and file documentation for Licensed Software and hardware support or warranties.
- Obtains and sends license keys to users.
- Follows program procedures.
- Manages a repository of applications, issues Requests for Quotes, and submits appropriate Purchase Requests.
- Perform supply chain related duties to ensure an unobstructed material flow to and from our vendors and customers.
- Comfortable with evaluating incoming information and making decisions based on all relevant data.
- Coordinate the purchasing and receiving processes for materials and services.
- Manage vendor relationships (domestic and international) through email and phone call correspondence.
- Completes Goods Receipts Receipt-in-Lieu (RILO) process, as needed.
- Follows, manages, maintains and updates Work Instructions.
- Establish and maintain processes for tracking software assets.
- Importing software information and filtering the discovered data.
- Collect, analyze, and report on software license consumption information for forecasting, budgeting, compliance, and cost optimization.
- Identify and assess risks and issues related to software licensing non-compliance; develop strategies to mitigate these risks and ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Plan, conduct, and oversee regular software license audits to verify compliance and identify potential licensing gaps or discrepancies.
- Collaborate with system lifecycle managers and budget owners to proactively understand current software licensing needs and assist in planning for future requirements.
- Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with various departments to evaluate, assess, and optimize software license requirements and deployments.
- Analyze software usage to determine potential efficiencies and cost saving opportunities.
- Invoice validation.
- Experience developing, managing, and implementing goals, plans, and complex processes.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate a proven ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and focus on delivering high quality work.
- Strong organization, planning, and execution skills.
- Advanced data analysis and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication skills and working with teams across an organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications predominantly Excel and have an aptitude to learn new software applications.
- Be a self-starter and work efficiently and effectively as an individual or in a team collaboratively with a minimum amount of supervision.
- The ability to be successful and thrive while multi-tasking, prioritizing, and working on a variety of projects at once.
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.