Brandon Davey
San Dimas,CA
Summary
IT Asset Management leader with over 15 years of experience in managing software asset environments within large enterprises. Expertise in Flexera administration, license compliance, and cost optimization, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and reduced audit risks. Skilled in lifecycle management and team leadership, with a focus on integrating systems for improved ITAM workflows. Currently directs the Software Asset Management team at Farmers Insurance, ensuring alignment of governance with enterprise objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager IT, Software Asset Management
Farmers Insurance Group
Woodland Hi, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Led high-performing SAM team to govern software lifecycle across the enterprise.
- Oversaw license compliance, cost optimization, audit defense, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Managed vendor relationships, budgets, and program delivery with stakeholders.
- Supported major enterprise initiatives and renewals, realizing significant cost avoidance.
- Coordinated work intake, scope development, UAT, and SLA performance with providers.
- Utilized Flexera, Power BI, and ITIL frameworks to improve asset visibility and risk posture.
- Provided technical guidance and documentation to stakeholders within the organization.
- Facilitated cloud migrations from on-prem and vendor environments to AWS, Azure, and Z Cloud.
IT Asset Management Specialist II
Farmers Insurance Group
Woodland Hills, CA
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Administered FlexNet Management Suite (FNMS) while leading enterprise-wide End-of-Life software program, minimizing compliance risk.
- Architected Power BI dashboards and developed software lifecycle forecasts for enterprise use.
- Integrated OKTA with third-party vendors, strengthening access control and security protocols.
- Executed integrations with third-party systems, including Altiris, JAMF, and SCCM.
IT Asset Management Specialist I
Farmers Insurance Group
Woodland Hills, CA
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Managed deployment and maintenance of FNMS agents, conducting health analysis across NA endpoints.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive reports using PowerShell, SQL, Cognos, and Python.
- Executed risk assessments and compliance checks to optimize licensing expenditures.
- Developed automation tools in Quickbase to enhance operational workflows.
IT Asset Management Analyst II
Farmers Insurance Group
Woodland Hills, CA
11.2010 - 07.2018
- Achieved 50% reduction in mobile device costs, saving $4M annually through policy and logistics enhancements.
- Spearheaded Windows 10 upgrade for over 16,000 devices, ensuring seamless transition.
- Led implementation of ServiceNow project to improve service management processes.
IT Asset Management Specialist
TEKsystems
Simi Valley, CA
11.2007 - 11.2010
- Administered asset inventory and lifecycle monitoring via HP Asset Center for more than 100 distributed locations.
Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Tools: Flexera, ServiceNow, HP Asset Center, Power BI, OKTA, Quickbase, JAMF, SCCM
- Languages: PowerShell, Python, SQL, Java
- Domains: Software Compliance, License Optimization, IT Governance, CMDB, SAM/ITAM Strategy
- Cloud & Platforms: Microsoft Azure, IaaS, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
- Other: Cost Analysis, Lifecycle Forecasting, Contract & Renewal Management, End-User Computing
Certification
- Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM)
- Practical Certified Software License Manager (PCSLM)
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- ITIL Foundations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Manager IT, Software Asset Management
Farmers Insurance Group
06.2024 - Current
IT Asset Management Specialist II
Farmers Insurance Group
10.2021 - 06.2024
IT Asset Management Specialist I
Farmers Insurance Group
07.2018 - 10.2021
IT Asset Management Analyst II
Farmers Insurance Group
11.2010 - 07.2018
IT Asset Management Specialist
TEKsystems
11.2007 - 11.2010
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