What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asset Management Specialist position at Fortra?
Fortra is a global leader in Cybersecurity and maintains some of the most well-known brands in our industry. We are seeking a highly motivated Asset Management Specialist to establish and drive asset management practices within our global software organization. As this is a newly created role, the ideal candidate will be hands-on in tackling immediate asset management needs while also strategically assessing, maturing, and deploying a scalable enterprise Asset Management service. This role requires a balance of tactical execution and long-term vision to create a well-structured and efficient asset management function.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Immediate Tactical Execution:
- Conduct an enterprise-wide asset inventory (hardware, software, cloud) to establish a baseline.
- Identify and remediate gaps in asset tracking, software licensing, and compliance.
- Work with procurement, IT, Security, Finance, and other teams to centralize asset acquisition and contract management.
- Implement short-term processes for asset tracking, reporting, and reconciliation to ensure visibility and control.
Strategic Assessment & Service Development:
- Evaluate current asset management gaps, risks, and inefficiencies.
- Develop a roadmap to mature asset management processes, policies, and governance aligned with industry best practices (e.g., ITIL, ISO 19770).
- Recommend and implement asset management tools that integrate with existing ITSM, procurement, and security systems.
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting frameworks to monitor asset lifecycle management.
Enterprise ITAM Deployment & Optimization:
- Deploy an enterprise-wide asset management service that supports global software operations, ensuring scalability and compliance.
- Drive automation and integration of asset management with CMDB, cloud cost management, and security tools.
- Establish governance and training programs to embed asset management best practices across teams.
- Continuously refine and optimize asset management processes to align with business growth, technology evolution, and financial objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of experience in asset management, IT operations, or procurement in a global organization.
- Proven experience establishing asset management capabilities from the ground up.
- Strong understanding of asset management frameworks (ITIL, ISO 19770) and best practices.
- Hands-on experience with asset management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera, Snow Software) and integrating with ITSM, CMDB, and procurement systems.
- Knowledge of software license management, SaaS and cloud asset tracking, and vendor compliance.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to drive change in a dynamic environment.
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