Director Analyst, Secure AI For Software Development (Remote Canada)

Join Gartner as a Director Analyst, Cybersecurity, Engineering & AI (Remote Canada). This role involves creating and advising on research portfolios for CISOs and cybersecurity leaders, supporting sales, and driving actionable insights.

What You Will Do

Develop thought‑leadership insights and actionable approaches to accelerate client decision‑making.

Lead client interactions—virtually or in person—to identify barriers, reframe thinking, and drive strategy forward.

Provide independent research insights that may shape Gartner’s research agenda.

Research, analyze, and predict market trends to deliver actionable insights to clients and vendors.

Create high‑value presentation materials for Gartner events, conferences, and briefings.

Support research and sales by serving as the voice of the market, helping to create content and engage clients.

Peer review research content for quality and timeliness.

Build credibility as an industry expert and represent Gartner research methodology.

Participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions with peers.

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred.

10+ years of enterprise experience in one or more of the following disciplines:

Software security / application security programs

Product security engineering programs

Enterprise software engineering or software architecture programs

Experience with frameworks and standards such as NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, OWASP Top 10 for LLMs

Experience or current interest in the following research areas:

Applying cybersecurity controls to AI and generative AI

Evaluating technology markets that support securing AI

Evaluating frameworks and standards for securing AI

Excellent writing ability—detailed but clear research reports

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions

Superior analytical skills—apply conceptual models, recognize patterns, defend conclusions

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively

Willingness to travel up to 25% (where applicable)

Additional Information Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and Consultancy, Information Services, Research Services

Job Requisition ID: 104407

Gartner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations can be requested by contacting Human Resources at +1 (203) 964‑0096 or via email at ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.

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