Lead IT Systems Analyst

Lead IT Systems Analyst at Lumen in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index. We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. The Role The Vendor Management Office (VMO) is within the Network, Engineering, Technology & Security (NETS) organization and collaborates with internal business partners to manage Lumen activities with software (SW) and services suppliers. In an ever-changing industry, we help our stakeholders navigate business relationships and contracts, maximize the value of our agreements, ensure that current and future business needs are met, mitigate business risks, and align with financial objectives. The VMO is currently hiring a Lead IT Software Asset Management Analyst who will partner on a $50-million-dollar-plus portfolio of SW entitlements (perpetual and subscription) to provide consistency with industry Software Asset Manager (SAM) best practices, maintain an effective corporate SW licensing position, and drive vendor-initiated audits. Work assignments will include many vendor products, including major IT industry vendors (e.g., IBM, Oracle, Microsoft, Salesforce, SAP). Location This position is fully remote in the US. The Main Responsibilities + Developing and improving best practices for achieving SW Asset Management objectives; automating tasks to improve efficiency and mitigate risks, where appropriate; influencing others to adopt best practices. + Establishing internal processes to regularly measure and document SW license asset usage. + Leading complex data analysis and verification projects: ensure license compliance, help clients get the best value, and establish appropriate levels/ quantities for renewals. + Managing large and complex license audit To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account