Cybersecurity Strategy Director for CIOs

Gartner; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 172,000 - 202,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k match

Stock purchase plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Gartner, Inc. in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Senior Director Analyst with deep cybersecurity expertise to advise CIOs across industries on resilient, future‑ready defense strategies.

This role suits a strategic expert who translates threat intelligence into actionable guidance for executive leadership. You will deliver research on technologies, markets, and trends, forecast risks from emerging vectors, and present findings at Gartner events and client workshops.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive cybersecurity leadership experience including 3+ years in a technology leadership role or equivalent.
• Proven track record advising CIOs and senior executives on cybersecurity strategy and risk mitigation.
• Experience with vendor evaluation and technology selection for cybersecurity solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an authority on cybersecurity strategy for CIOs globally, guiding best practices against threats and breaches.
• Deliver research and recommendations on cybersecurity technologies, markets, and trends to executives.
• Analyze industry trends and threat intelligence to forecast risks and inform strategic planning.
• Present cybersecurity research at Gartner events and client workshops to senior leaders.
• Collaborate with Gartner Analysts to develop actionable research addressing top cybersecurity priorities.
• Support clients in evaluating and selecting cybersecurity vendors and solutions.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Strategy development

Executive communication

Threat intelligence

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Gartner, Inc. in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Senior Director Analyst with deep cybersecurity expertise to advise CIOs across industries on resilient, future‑ready defense strategies.

This role suits a strategic expert who translates threat intelligence into actionable guidance for executive leadership. You will deliver research on technologies, markets, and trends, forecast risks from emerging vectors, and present findings at Gartner events and client workshops.