Senior Research Director, Analyst – Cybersecurity Strategy for CIOs - Remote US

Gartner is seeking a Senior Research Director, Analyst with deep expertise in cybersecurity to advise CIOs across a variety of industries on building resilient, future-ready cyber defense strategies.

About the role

This role is ideal for a strategic expert who understands the unique security challenges facing organizations and can deliver actionable insights to help CIOs protect their organizations from evolving cyber threats.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an authority on cybersecurity strategy for CIOs around the globe, guiding clients on best practices for defending against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging attack vectors.
• Deliver research and recommendations to CIOs on cybersecurity technologies, markets, and emerging trends.
• Analyze industry trends, threat intelligence, and technology disruptions (e.g., quantum computing, agentic commerce) to forecast future risks and inform strategic planning.
• Present cybersecurity research and thought leadership in 1-to-1 conversations and at Gartner events, webinars, and client workshops, engaging with C-suite executives and technology leaders.
• Support clients in evaluating and selecting cybersecurity vendors and solutions tailored to the unique needs of industries.
• Collaborate with other Gartner Analysts to develop comprehensive, actionable research that addresses the top cybersecurity priorities of CIOs.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles with at least 3 years in a technology leadership role.
• Proven track record advising CIOs and C-suite executives on cybersecurity strategy, risk mitigation, and emerging market trends.
• Experience with vendor selection and technology evaluation for cybersecurity solutions is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the writing abilities to create an on-going portfolio of published cybersecurity research for the role of CIO.
• Fluency in English is required; 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.

About Gartner

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters.

Gartner is at the center of the AI revolution, providing proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

Benefits

• World-class benefits and highly competitive compensation.
• Disproportionate rewards for top performers.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility and support to thrive.
• 401k match up to $7,200 per year.
• Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Generous PTO.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 172,000 USD - 202,500 USD. Actual salaries may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan.