Oracle Licensing Specialist

Company Description

Job Description

Oracle Licensing Specialist

Work Location: Remote work permitted

Long Term Contract

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST
Estimated Annual Hours: Approximately 200 hours (no minimum guaranteed)

The Oracle Licensing Specialist will provide expert-level guidance and support to GOS in managing its Oracle software assets, ensuring compliance, optimizing licensing costs, and supporting cloud migration efforts. This position requires an in-depth understanding of Oracle licensing models (on-premises and cloud), experience with contract review, and the ability to act as a liaison between GOS and Oracle.

Key Responsibilities:

Oracle Licensing Advisory & Compliance

• Provide Oracle licensing advisory services to maintain compliance and reduce financial risk.
• Offer guidance during Oracle license audits, including negotiation support.
• Conduct annual licensing audits and health checks to assess entitlements and identify deficiencies.
• Analyze and propose cost-effective licensing solutions for existing and future environments.
• Advise on license de-support strategies, including leveraging Rimini Street services.

Cloud Transition & Modernization Support

• Assist with modernization projects (e.g., SBP, EBMP) transitioning legacy systems to Oracle Cloud.
• Support the design and implementation of Oracle software request and approval processes.
• Provide expertise in emerging Oracle technologies to inform procurement and IT strategy.

Stakeholder & Vendor Liaison

• Act as GOS's representative in discussions with Oracle and third-party service providers.
• Provide ad hoc reporting, advice, and responses to Oracle-related inquiries.

Documentation & Requirements Gathering

• Facilitate business process mapping and requirements-gathering sessions with key stakeholders.
• Document business and technical requirements for Oracle system implementations and upgrades.
• Ensure traceability of requirements across the full project lifecycle.

Legal & Procurement Consultation

• Perform detailed Oracle contract reviews in collaboration with legal and procurement teams.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procurement standards.

Training & Change Management

• Educate stakeholders on Oracle licensing principles and best practices.
• Use organizational change management skills to guide successful adoption of new processes and tools.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in Oracle licensing advisory and compliance roles.
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle's licensing policies for both on-prem and cloud-based systems.
• Experience with Oracle contract review and negotiations.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong skills in business analysis, process documentation, and requirements management.
• Familiarity with Rimini Street or third-party Oracle license support models is an asset.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting change management initiatives in complex environments.

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