Director Analyst - Infrastructure Cybersecurity

The role combines deep technical understanding with high-impact thought leadership, requiring the ability to translate emerging technologies and threats into actionable guidance. You will analyze market shifts, vendor ecosystems, and security architectures that underpin modern enterprise environments. Operating at a global scale, you will influence decision-makers across industries while contributing to high-visibility research and speaking engagements.

This is a highly visible role for an expert who thrives at the frontier of cybersecurity innovation and enterprise transformation.AccountabilitiesConduct in-depth research and analysis of infrastructure cybersecurity markets, identifying trends, risks, and emerging opportunities across enterprise environmentsDevelop forward-looking insights on secure networking and infrastructure protection, including SASE, SSE, Zero Trust, endpoint security, and cloud security modelsProduce high-quality research, reports, and thought leadership content that supports CIOs, CISOs, and IT leaders in strategic decision-makingDeliver clear and authoritative presentations to senior executives and industry audiences, both virtually and at global conferencesEvaluate cybersecurity vendors, technologies, and architectures to assess market positioning, adoption patterns, and competitive differentiationCollaborate with internal teams to support client engagement, account growth, and advisory service deliveryContinuously monitor geopolitical, regulatory, and technological shifts impacting infrastructure security strategiesRequirements12+ years of experience in infrastructure cybersecurity, secure networking architecture, or related enterprise IT security domainsStrong expertise in modern security frameworks and architectures, including SASE, SSE, Zero Trust, and identity-centric security modelsDeep understanding of cloud security, endpoint protection, patch management, backup and disaster recovery practicesProven knowledge of leading cybersecurity vendors and platforms (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, Zscaler, Fortinet, CrowdStrike, Microsoft, SentinelOne, Netskope, Cato Networks)Ability to analyze complex technical and business environments and translate them into clear, actionable insights for senior decision-makersStrong familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 42001, and NIST AI RMFIntellectual curiosity around emerging threats, including AI-driven attacks, post-quantum cryptography risks, and advanced ransomware modelsExcellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills for executive-level audiencesAdvanced degree preferred; bachelor’s degree requiredBenefitsFlexible hybrid/remote working model with strong support for work‑life balanceHighly competitive compensation with performance-based rewards for top contributorsComprehensive benefits package aligned with global standards (healthcare, wellbeing, and insurance support)Generous paid time off and vacation policiesAccess to continuous learning, professional development, and industry conference participationInclusive, global work environment with strong collaboration across diverse teamsOpportunity to influence enterprise cybersecurity strategies at a global scaleExposure to cutting‑edge AI and cybersecurity research at the forefront of industry transformation#J-18808-Ljbffr