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Overview: idc is seeking a research director network security to drive research, provide thought leadership and advise clients about the market for security software and hardware products related to network security, network-based content inspection, and internet defense technologiesAn individual well suited for this position would be familiar with topics such as firewall/utm, ips/ids, vpn, cloud security gateway, messaging security, and web security.
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 security software and hardware products related to network security, secure report access and protecting location agnostic work.
Take a holistic approach to security, driving thought leadership on topic like zero trust, sase, and secure edge.
Provide leadership thinking around how the industry is shifting, and what the impacts of these shifts mean both to enterprise end user organizations and to the vendors delivering application security and fraud products and technologies.
Develop and/or customizes research and consulting projects to meet the specific needs of the external customersConsulting projects can come in the form of customized surveys, white papers, webcasts, on-site strategy sessions, customized forecasts, videos or presentations at events.
Analyze data; both verbally and in written form is key to being a successful analyst at idcThis position carries the expectation for 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 proactively reach out to industry representativesSimply put, the analyst will evangelize trust.
Utilize existing and new relationships, in conjunction with technical and market knowledge, to develop and grow business relationships to drive market presence.
Develop relationships proactively 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;or with similar areas and levels of responsibility in the technology industry working with cybersecurity customers
Demonstrated thought leadership in this space; able to communicate the importance of new ideas and trends in cybersecurity to engage both senior level officials, executive management, and relevant partners
Excellent writing and superior communication skills required
Proficiency in microsoft suite of products is a must
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.
