Senior Public Cloud Strategy Analyst

Forrester Research, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 141,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global reach

Top-tier benefits

Onsite massages

Fitness center

Pickleball and wellness programs

Job summary

Forrester Research, Inc. seeks a Principal Analyst to lead research on public cloud platforms, architectures, and operating models—serving technology executives shaping enterprise cloud adoption.

You will examine hyperscale and alternative clouds, multi- and hybrid-cloud, and cloud-native services, translating complex shifts into actionable guidance for senior leaders. The role emphasizes collaboration, client-facing advisory, and the development of frameworks, maturity models, and strategic

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience is required.
• 10+ years in cloud-related roles (senior practitioner, architect, strategist, or analyst).
• Deep knowledge of public cloud platforms and evolving cloud ecosystems.
• Experience in cloud strategy, migration, modernization, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Forrester's public cloud platform research across teams and with sales, product, and customer success.
• Develop understanding of executives' needs across cloud strategy, architecture, and operations.
• Conduct primary research via interviews, surveys, vendor briefings, and market analysis.
• Analyze cloud providers and translate market developments into business guidance.
• Create 8–12 research projects per year across reports, tools, webinars, and more.
• Drive Forrester Wave and Landscape research in public cloud and adjacent markets.
• Develop decision frameworks, maturity models, and practical cloud guidance.

Skills

Public cloud

Cloud strategy

Architecture

Research

Vendor management

Client communication

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

Forrester Research, Inc. seeks a Principal Analyst to lead research on public cloud platforms, architectures, and operating models—serving technology executives shaping enterprise cloud adoption.

You will examine hyperscale and alternative clouds, multi- and hybrid-cloud, and cloud-native services, translating complex shifts into actionable guidance for senior leaders. The role emphasizes collaboration, client-facing advisory, and the development of frameworks, maturity models, and strategic