Senior Director, Analyst – Tech CEO Business and Strategy Advisor, Cybersecurity, AI

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Generate innovative, thought-provoking, and highly impactful insights centered on cybersecurity and AI within security market trends, growth strategies, and leadership practices for small and midsize providers.

• Interact directly with Tech CEOs through virtual and in-person meetings, Gartner conferences, and industry events to tackle strategic challenges and offer customized recommendations.

• Formulate actionable frameworks and best practices that assist Tech CEOs in expediting decision-making and execution in areas such as threat intelligence, compliance, and product innovation.

• Examine and forecast market changes in cybersecurity technologies (e.g., AI-driven security, cloud security, zero trust) and competitive dynamics.

• Present compelling presentations and thought leadership content for Gartner events, client briefings, and professional associations.

• Collaborate with colleagues across Gartner’s Insights community to influence research agendas and disseminate provocative ideas that shape the cybersecurity market.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; a Graduate degree is preferred.

• Over 12 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity leadership roles (e.g., Tech CEO or senior executive within a cybersecurity provider).

• Experience in small or mid-size technology providers.

• Demonstrated executive presence; capable of establishing credibility with executives and other stakeholders immediately.

• Strong organizational skills; able to work under tight deadlines and produce high-quality deliverables.

• Proven excellence in research and writing capabilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical and presentation abilities; adept at engaging clients and responding effectively to inquiries.

• Proficient in data analysis and synthesis; capable of applying patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges.

• Strong communicator who can explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

• Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at both large and small-scale speaking engagements.

• Strong business and financial acumen.

• In-depth knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the subject area, as well as the interplay within that market.

• Ability to work independently while being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others in a multicultural global environment.

• Learning agile and skilled at navigating highly matrixed environments.

• Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable).

🏝️ Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation.

• Disproportionate rewards for top performers.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Professional development.