Senior Research Director, Analyst – Cybersecurity Strategy

Job Description:

• Serve as an authority on cybersecurity strategy for CIOs in high-risk industries
• Deliver research and recommendations on cybersecurity governance, risk management frameworks, and advanced cybersecurity technologies
• Analyze industry trends, threat intelligence, and technology disruptions to forecast future risks
• Present cybersecurity research and thought leadership in 1-to-1 conversations and at Gartner events
• Support clients in evaluating and selecting cybersecurity vendors and solutions
• Collaborate with other Gartner Analysts to develop comprehensive, actionable research on cybersecurity priorities

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles
• At least 3 years in a technology leadership role
• Proven track record advising CIOs and C-suite executives on cybersecurity strategy, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape and compliance requirements for high-risk industries
• Experience with vendor selection and technology evaluation for cybersecurity solutions
• Exceptional communication skills
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
• Confident presenter, able to engage audiences from one-on-one executive briefings to large-scale conferences
• Analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize technology, business, and threat trends to identify patterns and deliver clear, actionable recommendations
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a global, cross-functional environment

Benefits:

• Generous PTO
• 401k match up to $7,200 per year
• Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
• Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
• Flexible work arrangements

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