Overview
Idc is seeking a research director to drive a thought leadership research agenda and evangelize information security & riskInformation security is a recognition of the direct link between mastery of information, risk and dataWith fraud and identity/intellectual property theft impacting over 1 billion people and businesses, idc identifies and quantifies solutions that can protect against an evolving host of threatsTopic areas include data security and privacy strategy, policies, zero trust, data-centric approach to securing information, sensitive data discovery and classification, data loss prevention, and secure communications.
Why idc?
Idc is the most respected global technology market research firmWe are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and societyOur people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer successIdc was recognized by the institute of industry analyst relations (iiar) as the 2020 analyst firm of the yea r for delivering critical, timely insights in coordinated efforts around the world, during a time when our customers faced unprecedented challenges.
Our collaborative, innovative, and entrepreneurial culture is the perfect place for you to discover your future!
Responsibilities
Serve as idc’s subject matter expert on information security and the implementation of data security within an organization, within an organization`s ecosystem and to its customers.
Advise information security and risk professionals on cybersecurity and privacy strategy, technology controls, policy, and skills development.
Examples of engagements include facilitating zero trust and data control workshops; reviewing policies (e.g., privacy, data classification, acceptable use, etc.); and guiding strategy for data privacy and compliance considerations in new product/service development
Develop and/or customize research and consulting projects to meet the specific needs of the external customers.
Consulting projects can come in the form of customized surveys, white papers, webcasts, on-site strategy sessions, customized forecasts, videos or refining market and product strategy.
Analyze data and provide both verbal and written analysis
Create a mix of shorter industry-event reactive pieces, vendor market share document, market forecast analysis and thought leadership documents that provide deeper insight into the changing nature of the market.
Build relationships with vendors and to proactively reach out to industry representatives is criticalSimply put, the analyst needs to be an evangelist.
Utilize existing and new relationships, in conjunction with technical and market knowledge, to develop and grow business relationships to drive market presence.
Proactively develop relationships with internal idc sales teams and acts as advocate for the research service and custom consulting projects as a subject matter expert during sales calls.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree required, advanced degrees preferred
10+ years of prior work experience in the cybersecurity field as an analyst and/ or in a related cybersecurity field.
Keen ability to communicate(in writing and personal interaction)the importance of new ideas and trends in cybersecurity to engage both c-suite executives and relevant partners.
Must be a strong self-starter with experience developing new products.
Demonstrated ability to generate program growth through a variety of revenue sources (honorarium, report sales, consulting).
Excellent collaboration skills, and able to contribute to projects in a positive and additive manner.
Adept at working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Proficiency in microsoft suite is a must.
Ability to travel approximately 25%Travel varies considerably, but heaviest travel periods will be between march and july, then again in september and october (post covid).
This position can be located in an approved remote us location.
About idc: international data corporation (idc) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology marketsIdc helps it professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategyMore than 1,100 idc analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwideFor 50 years, idc has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectivesIdc is a subsidiary of idg, the world`s leading technology media, research, and events company.
Idc is an equal opportunity employerApplicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.
