Software Asset Manager - IT {W}
Arka Group, Lp
IT
Ypsilanti, MI, USA
Posted on Feb 2, 2026
ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.
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Position Overview:
The Software Asset Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the organization maximizes the value of its software investments while minimizing risk, waste, and compliance exposure. This role oversees the full lifecycle of software assets — from procurement and deployment to renewal and retirement — and partners closely with business stakeholders, IT, Finance, and Procurement to maintain a well governed, cost-effective software environment.
Responsibilities:
Software Procurement & Renewals
- Manage the end‑to‑end software purchasing process, including vendor engagement, quoting, approvals, and contract coordination
- Oversee all software renewals, ensuring timely execution to prevent service lapses or compliance gaps
- Maintain a centralized calendar and workflow for tracking renewal dates, contract terms, and key vendor obligations
License Management & Optimization
- Develop and maintain processes for tracking software licenses, entitlements, usage, and compliance across the organization
- Partner with business SMEs to validate software needs, license counts, and usage patterns.
- Identify opportunities to optimize spend through consolidation, right‑sizing, reharvesting, or alternative licensing models
- Ensure accurate documentation of entitlements, agreements, and deployment data
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
- Establish and enforce software asset management (SAM) policies, standards, and best practices.
- Monitor compliance with licensing agreements and prepare for internal or external audits
- Mitigate risks related to unauthorized software, over‑deployment, or non‑compliant usage
Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Serve as the primary point of contact for software vendors, resellers, and internal procurement teams
- Collaborate with IT, Security, Finance, and business units to align software decisions with organizational strategy and budget
- Support contract negotiations by providing data‑driven insights on usage, entitlements, and future needs
Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records in SAM tools or asset management systems
- Produce regular reports on software inventory, spend, compliance status, and optimization opportunities
- Continuously refine processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and cost control
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, Procurement, or related fields
- Strong understanding of software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual, enterprise agreements, etc.)
- Familiarity with SAM tools and ITSM platforms
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
- Detail‑oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and risk mitigation
Preferred:
- Experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, Procurement, or related fields
- Strong understanding of software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual, enterprise agreements, etc.)
- Familiarity with SAM tools and ITSM platforms
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Detail oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and risk mitigation
Location: Ypsilanti, MI
Ypsilanti is artistic, genuine, and original. A college town and city located on the Huron River in Washtenaw County. Ypsilanti is all about community and making families new to the area feel right at home. From educational opportunities and local museums for all ages, to accessible healthcare and transportation it’s a wonderful location. It’s well known for its historical museums, parks, and historic districts as well as home to Eastern Michigan University. The University of Michigan and Michigan State University also are great institutions! Ann Arbor is close by and has many things, including a bustling university town, culinary hotspot, and a tech hub with a walkable downtown that includes world-class arts and culture. Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor lies at the center of a greater collection of communities in Washtenaw County. With so many thriving communities nearby, Ann Arbor has become a cultural melting pot and urban oasis.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
- Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
- 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
- 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
- 13 paid holidays
- Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
- Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
- Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
- 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
This position requires the incumbent to access export-controlled information. If you are not a U.S. Person, any offer is contingent upon the Company's ability to obtain a special license granting you access. This could take several months. You will not be able to begin employment until such license is obtained.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Pre-employment Screenings:
Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.