Senior Cyber Risk Quantification & GRC Research Lead

Forrester Research, Inc.; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrester Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Analyst to research and advise on risk management, including cyber risk quantification and governance. You will develop artifacts, write reports, and present guidance to risk leaders across industries.

You will collaborate with multiple teams to deliver six to eight projects annually, travel up to 20%, and engage with clients to apply research to real-world problems.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years as a research analyst, consultant, or practitioner in risk management or related product manager roles.
• Strong understanding of cyber risk quantification and risk management practices.
• Ability to distill complex ideas into clear, provocative concepts for executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep understanding of client needs to help risk leaders build capabilities for a resilient business.
• Conduct primary research into risk management capabilities, artifacts, and touchpoints for C-suite audiences.
• Define the future of risk management and cross-functional collaboration with other functions.
• Work across Forrester research teams to assemble a broad risk portfolio and publish reports and other IP.
• Consult with clients to apply Forrester research to their environment through inquiries and advisory engagements.
• Build industry presence and engage with journalists and vendors as an influential thinker.

Skills

Listening skills

Critical thinking

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Forrester Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Analyst to research and advise on risk management, including cyber risk quantification and governance. You will develop artifacts, write reports, and present guidance to risk leaders across industries.

You will collaborate with multiple teams to deliver six to eight projects annually, travel up to 20%, and engage with clients to apply research to real-world problems.