Insights Leader: Cyber Risk & Strategy

ISTARI; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ISTARI in the United Kingdom is hiring an Insights Officer to develop thought leadership and position ISTARI as a trusted strategic advisor to senior business leaders and government stakeholders. You will distill cyber risk trends and geopolitical developments into clear, actionable narratives for C-suite and board audiences, translating complexity into strategic guidance.

Collaborating with advisory, communications, and educator partners, you will publish research, briefings, and content across

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in one or more of: business strategy, political science/international relations, cybersecurity, public policy, economics, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in research, strategy, consulting, policy analysis, or related analytical/advisory role
• Demonstrated experience developing and publishing thought leadership (research reports, articles, opinion pieces, white papers)
• Strong background in analysing trends, synthesising complex information, and communicating strategic insights to senior audiences
• Proven ability to work at pace, prioritise effectively, and deliver high-quality output in fast-moving environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clearly and persuasively for executive and board-level audiences

Responsibilities

• Research & Trend Analysis: Monitor and analyse emerging cyber threats, geopolitical developments, regulatory changes, and organisational trends to identify patterns that affect client resilience
• Insight Development & Translation: Distill complex research and data into clear, concise strategic narratives tailored for different audiences (C-suite, board, government, investors)
• Thought Leadership & Publishing: Author and contribute to research reports, white papers, opinion pieces, and strategic commentary
• Client & Advisory Support: Partner with advisory teams to ensure research insights are embedded in client engagements and drive advisory outcomes
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Chief Strategy & Insights Officer to execute the insights agenda and research priorities
• Strategic Communication: Communicate insights clearly and persuasively to internal and external stakeholders; develop narrative frameworks

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Research & Analysis

Written Communication

Judgment & Prioritisation

Collaboration & Influence

Adaptability & Pace

Education

Master's degree or PhD in business strategy, political science/international relations, cybersecurity, public policy, economics, or related field

Job description

ISTARI in the United Kingdom is hiring an Insights Officer to develop thought leadership and position ISTARI as a trusted strategic advisor to senior business leaders and government stakeholders. You will distill cyber risk trends and geopolitical developments into clear, actionable narratives for C-suite and board audiences, translating complexity into strategic guidance.

Collaborating with advisory, communications, and educator partners, you will publish research, briefings, and content across