Senior Director - Risk Advisory - IT

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

Your Mandate:.

Software Asset Management (SAM):

- Conduct meticulous software license compliance reviews and proactive assessments to identify risks and ensure adherence to vendor stipulations.

- Analyze software usage metrics against licensing entitlements for vendors including IBM, Oracle, VMware, SAP, and others.

- Develop and maintain accurate software inventories, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and vendor agreements.

- Optimize software license utilization to drive cost efficiency and mitigate compliance risks.

IT Advisory.

- Provide strategic guidance on IT asset lifecycle management, from procurement to decommissioning, to align with business objectives.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement IT policies that enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

- Advise on emerging technologies, including cloud and hybrid environments, to supports scalable and compliant IT strategies.

ISO 27001 and Data Privacy.

- Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 27001-compliant information security management systems (ISMS).

- Ensure software and IT asset management practices align with data privacy regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, or other regional frameworks.

- Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities related to software usage and data handling.

IT Asset Management (ITAM).

- Oversee the end-to-end management of IT assets, including hardware, software, and cloud-based resources.

- Implement ITAM best practices to track, manage, and optimize assets throughout their lifecycle.

- Integrate ITAM processes with procurement, IT operations, and financial systems to ensure transparency and accountability.

Our Expectations:.

- Up to 10 years of experience in software license compliance, software asset management (SAM), or IT asset management (ITAM).

- In-depth knowledge of software licensing and compliance requirements for vendors such as IBM, Oracle, VMware, SAP, and others.

- Familiarity with IT networks, Active Directory concepts, and their impact on software licensing and compliance.

- Experience or exposure to IT advisory, ISO 27001, or data privacy frameworks (e. , GDPR, CCPA) is highly desirable.

- Understanding of cloud licensing models (e. , AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their integration with SAM/ITAM practices is a strong asset.

- Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

- Proactive attitude with a passion for continuous learning, process improvement, and staying ahead of industry trends.

- Strong communication skills to collaborate across teams and present complex information clearly to stakeholders.

- Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.