Analyst Relations Lead — Shape Cybersecurity Positioning

Aikido Security BV; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier pay and equity

Flexible working hours

Open, informal atmosphere

Job summary

Aikido Security BV seeks an Analyst Relations Lead to own how we build relationships with Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and other influential analysts in cybersecurity.

You will drive our analyst relations program, craft compelling narratives, and ensure timely updates across top industry reports. The role requires 5+ years in analyst relations or related fields and a proven ability to translate complex tech into clear stories.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Analyst Relations, cybersecurity product marketing, or B2B software.
• Proven ability to learn and communicate about technical products.
• Deep understanding of Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and how their evaluation processes work.
• Track record of getting companies included and strongly positioned in major analyst reports.
• Excellent at turning complex technical products into clear, differentiated stories.
• Highly driven, organized, and comfortable owning this function end to end.

Responsibilities

• Own Aikido’s analyst relations strategy and establish a program to keep analysts up to date.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with analysts across cybersecurity markets.
• Drive inclusion and positioning in Gartner Magic Quadrants, Forrester Waves, and other editorial deliverables.
• Own briefings, evaluations, submissions, demos, and manage inbound analyst requests.
• Turn analyst feedback into actions across product, positioning, and go-to-market.
• Help influence the perception of the evolving cybersecurity industry.

Skills

Analyst relations

Cybersecurity product marketing

B2B software

Technical storytelling

Industry analyst relations (Gartner/ID

Job description

Aikido Security BV seeks an Analyst Relations Lead to own how we build relationships with Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and other influential analysts in cybersecurity.

You will drive our analyst relations program, craft compelling narratives, and ensure timely updates across top industry reports. The role requires 5+ years in analyst relations or related fields and a proven ability to translate complex tech into clear stories.