IT Asset Management Analyst

TEKsystems
$40.00 - $45.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Palo Alto
Nov 16, 2024
Description: About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive IT Asset Management Analyst at to join our IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of IT assets, ensuring proper tracking, compliance, and optimization of laptops in the environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience with asset management systems, and a solid understanding of inventory management best practices. Key Responsibilities: * Asset Tracking & Management: Maintain an accurate inventory of all hardware assets. Track the lifecycle of assets from procurement to decommissioning, ensuring proper documentation and updates in the asset management system. Coordinate with various departments to ensure timely and accurate updates to asset records. * Procurement & Deployment: Support the procurement process by reviewing asset requirements, assisting with purchase orders, and ensuring that assets are acquired according to needs. * Asset Auditing & Compliance: Conduct regular audits and reconciliation of IT assets to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. * Data Reporting & Analysis: Generate regular reports on asset status, usage, lifecycle, and disposal for management review. Analyze asset utilization and recommend improvements for cost optimization, asset consolidation, or end-of-life planning. * Security & Disposal: Ensure that all IT assets are properly secured and decommissioned for data protection and disposal, including the wiping of data from devices. Work closely with the security team to ensure that all assets meet organizational security standards. * Collaboration & Communication: Liaise with various departments (IT, Finance, Procurement, Legal) to ensure seamless asset management and resolve any asset-related issues. Provide guidance and training to staff on asset management best practices. * Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve processes for asset and inventory management. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Required Qualifications: * Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 2+ years of experience in IT asset management, IT operations, or a related field. Familiarity with asset management software (e.g., ServiceNow, SCCM, Lansweeper, or similar tools). * Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and reporting skills. Knowledge of IT hardware models. Understanding of IT lifecycle management and industry best practices. Familiarity with compliance, IT security protocols, and data protection regulations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: * ITIL, IAITAM certification or other relevant certifications in asset management. * Experience with cloud-based asset management tools EG: Google Apps. * Understanding of industry standards for asset management and auditing (e.g., ISO 19770). * Experience working in a mid to large, enterprise-level organization. Skills: SNOW, ITAM, Excel, Formulas, Google Apps, Hardware, Reporting, data accuracy Top Skills Details: SNOW,ITAM,Excel,Formulas,Google Apps,Hardware Additional Skills & Qualifications: Experience Level: Intermediate Level Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.