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About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose – always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference?

We seek an experienced IT Asset Manager to join our Global IT organization in Blue Ash, OH. This hybrid role will play a key part in shaping and executing our enterprise IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and lifecycle efficiency across a diverse global technology landscape.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of IT asset and configuration management processes, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration with procurement, infrastructure, service delivery, and compliance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and mature Belcan’s IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy, including goals, objectives, KPIs, and metrics aligned with business and IT objectives.

• Implement and enforce ITAM policies, standards, and procedures governing the full asset lifecycle from procurement through retirement and disposal.

• Partner with Configuration Management (SACM) and CMDB/AMDB owners to ensure accurate, reconciled data across systems.

• Maintain strong integration between ITAM and ITIL-aligned processes such as Change, Incident, Problem, Release, and Service Request Management.

• Oversee enterprise-wide hardware and software inventory processes, ensuring data accuracy, reconciliation, and compliance with licensing and contractual obligations.

• Collaborate with Procurement to manage acquisition, contract renewals, and vendor relationships for IT hardware and software assets.

• Support internal and external audits, ensuring data accuracy, compliance with security policies, and evidence of proper lifecycle management.

• Drive operational efficiency through effective analytics, reporting, and process discipline.

• Manage the physical and logical inventory of IT assets, including receiving, distribution, tracking, and disposal activities in accordance with corporate policy and applicable regulations.

• Participate in continuous improvement of ITAM-related processes, tools, and training programs.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT Asset Management, IT Operations, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience with asset inventory systems, data acquisiton/reconciliation, and lifecycle management.

• Working knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, particularly ITIL processes.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, data analysis, and reporting.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• U.S. Citizenship required due to contract and clearance requirements.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret (Collateral) Security Clearance.

• Experience with ERP solutions such as Ariba.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience.)

• Experience supporting government contracts or operating under compliance frameworks (e.g., CMMC, NIST 800-171, ISO 27001).

• Experience with ServiceNow ITAM/CMDB or equivalent enterprise asset management tools.

• CompTIA Security+ or IAT Level II certification (preferred but not required).

• ITIL Foundation Certification (required within 6 months of hire).

• Strong understanding of procurement, vendor management, and license compliance.

Additional Information

• This is a hybrid role based in Blue Ash, OH, requiring regular on-site presence.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance.

Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Blue Ash, Ohio. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.