Mukesh Singh

About Mukesh Singh

In an era where IT spend is often an organization’s largest unmanaged expense, I specialize in transforming the Software Asset Management (SAM) function from a back-office compliance task into a front-line financial strategy. My professional journey is rooted in a Big 4 foundation at PwC, where I developed the \"auditor’s lens\" required to protect enterprise interests against the aggressive tactics of Tier 1 publishers. By combining this defensive expertise with a forward-looking FinOps framework, I bridge the gap between traditional software licensing, cloud financial management, and infrastructure security.Today, my work focuses on high-stakes governance for global leaders, currently serving as a lead strategist for one of the world’s premier luxury automotive manufacturers. I act as a critical pillar in the enterprise ecosystem; no major server or software deployment moves forward without the architectural review and budget alignment that I oversee. By representing the SAM function across high-level executive forums, I ensure that every technology acquisition is vetted for both fiscal responsibility and long-term strategic fit.​I treat Asset Management as a sophisticated discipline where financial discipline meets enterprise-grade security. Drawing on my background in ethical hacking and information security auditing, I manage the software lifecycle with a focus on both cost optimization and risk mitigation, ensuring that efficiency never compromises the organization\'s integrity. I move beyond simple administrative oversight to lead complex stakeholder collaborations, translating technical data into the crucial approvals required to drive a modern digital landscape. Utilizing automation engines like ServiceNow SAM Pro, Flexera, and Snow, I turn data into a competitive business advantage that scales with the organization’s global footprint.

Experience

1. Lead - Global Sam

   JLR

   Sep 2022 — Present

Education

• Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2009 — 2013