Experienced Systems Analyst

About the role

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking detail-oriented and proactive Systems Analysts (Level 3) to join the team in Saint Louis, MO. These individuals will play a critical role in the comprehensive management of all software licenses within a proprietary program, ensuring licensing compliance, optimizing license utilization, and supporting the program's software needs, including demand forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a comprehensive and accurate inventory of all software licenses used within the program, including perpetual, subscription, cloud-based, open-source, and other licensing models.
• Implement and manage tools or processes for tracking license allocation, usage, and renewal dates.
• Regularly audit license counts and usage against procurement records and agreements.
• Assist in the procurement process for new software licenses, working closely with procurement and technical teams to define requirements and evaluate options.
• Monitor license renewal dates and proactively initiate renewal processes, coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Review license agreements and terms and conditions to understand usage rights, restrictions, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure the program is compliant with all software license agreements and terms of service.
• Identify and mitigate potential licensing risks, such as overuse, unauthorized use, or license expirations.
• Support internal and external software audits by providing accurate and complete licensing information.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for software license usage and management within the program.
• Analyze license usage data to identify opportunities for optimization and cost savings.
• Recommend strategies for reallocating licenses, consolidating vendors, or exploring alternative licensing models.
• Support the development of software licensing budgets and track expenditures.
• Generate regular reports on license inventory, usage, compliance status, and upcoming renewals for program leadership and stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams, developers, and end-users regarding licensing policies, procedures, and updates.
• Serve as a point of contact for software license-related questions and issues.
• Build and maintain relationships with key software vendors.
• Participate in vendor meetings to stay informed about licensing changes, new products, and best practices.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time, domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in IT asset management, software license management, or a related role.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience managing EVM, budgeting, and working knowledge of Agile framework.
• Strong understanding of various software licensing models (perpetual, subscription, cloud, user-based, device-based, etc.).
• Familiarity with common software vendors and their licensing practices (e.g., Microsoft, Adobe, Oracle, etc.).
• Experience with IT Asset Management (ITAM) or Software Asset Management (SAM) tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera, Snow Software, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret and understand legal license agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching contributions (dollar-for-dollar up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting).
• Student Loan Match: Company matches qualified student loan debt payments for determining the 401(k) company match.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work programs.

Pay

Summary pay range: $99,450 - $134,550 based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Schedule

This position is for 1st shift.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time. Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.