Lifecycle Acquisition Analyst (Software Asset Manager) - Senior

As a senior subject matter expert in the software acquisition lifecycle, this individual

serves as a key authority within the NGA PEBS/SAM office. This role is responsible for

orchestrating and managing the total lifecycle of software assets across the agency, from procurement

to retirement. This individual provides critical analysis, strategic recommendations, and hands-on

support to ensure a cohesive, compliant, and efficient agency-wide approach to software acquisition

and management, enabling government leadership to make informed investment and strategy

decisions.

Leading and managing the end-to-end software procurement process, including assisting

customers with requirements definition, conducting market research, and developing

comprehensive pre-award and post-award documentation.

• Developing and analyzing various software license acquisition strategies, assessing IC or

DoD contract vehicles, and providing recommendations on the most efficient and effective

procurement approaches.

• Overseeing the software asset management (SAM) lifecycle by utilizing agency tools to

monitor, report on, and manage software licenses, maintain comprehensive documentation,

and track assets from acquisition to discontinuance.

• Preparing and managing acquisition documentation, briefings, and funding documents in

accordance with FAR, DFAR, and NARI guidelines, ensuring full compliance with all

regulations.

• Serving as a primary liaison between NGA customers and government personnel,

coordinating with technical, contractual, legal, and funding stakeholders to resolve issues and

ensure successful procurement actions.

• Supporting the PEBS/SAM billing process through direct customer engagement,

communication of billing policies, and effective resolution of issues.

• At least 10 years of relevant experience with a Master’s, compliant with GSA standards.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the software acquisition lifecycle for DoW or IC

programs.

• Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, including the FAR, DFAR, and agency-specific

implementations like the NARI.

• Demonstrated experience with software asset management (SAM) principles, processes, and

tools.

• Proficiency in using government financial management and acquisition systems to process

purchase actions and funding documents.

• Direct experience supporting the NGA PEBS/SAM office.
• Experience providing analysis and recommendations on complex software licensing models

and acquisition strategies.

• Familiarity with NGA's specific requirement management, contracting, and business software

tools.

• Experience developing and presenting acquisition strategies and status briefings to senior

executive-level leadership.