Sr. Director, Analyst – Cybersecurity Executive Product Management

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Director, Analyst – Cybersecurity Executive Product Management based in the United States. As a Senior Director, Analyst, you will serve as a strategic advisor and recognized thought leader at the intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and executive product management. You will conduct in-depth industry research, develop forward-looking insights, and provide actionable guidance to senior executives, Chief Product Officers, and product management leaders. Your work will help organizations navigate evolving cybersecurity challenges, evaluate emerging technologies, and build effective product and service strategies. You will translate complex market developments into practical recommendations that influence business performance, product innovation, and go-to-market decisions. Through executive consultations, research publications, presentations, and industry events, you will establish trusted relationships with influential technology leaders. This is an opportunity to shape industry thinking, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to the success of global organizations in a rapidly evolving AI and cybersecurity landscape. Accountabilities: • Lead cybersecurity research and advisory initiatives focused on high-tech organizations, covering cybersecurity services, emerging technologies, AI-driven operating models, and the integration of products, services, and vendors. • Develop strategic and tactical research that guides Chief Product Officers, product executives, and product management teams in defining and executing cybersecurity product and service strategies. • Produce innovative, evidence-based research reports, market analyses, presentations, and recommendations addressing clients' most critical business and technology challenges. • Identify emerging industry developments, anticipate market trends, and assess competitive dynamics to provide clients with forward-looking insights and actionable strategic guidance. • Conduct case-based research by engaging with senior executives, academics, industry specialists, and other relevant stakeholders, supported by comprehensive secondary research. • Translate complex cybersecurity, product management, and AI-related topics into clear, compelling insights that can be applied across different executive functions and organizational contexts. • Provide strategic advice to clients, technology vendors, and prospective customers through executive consultations, briefings, teleconferences, and in-person or virtual meetings. • Support internal teams, including Consulting, Client Engagement Services, Sales, and Service Delivery, by contributing research expertise and helping address client priorities. • Represent the organization's research, methodologies, and strategic perspectives at industry conferences, professional association events, executive briefings, and corporate gatherings. • Develop and deliver high-impact presentations and keynote-style content tailored to senior executives and industry audiences. • Lead and influence cross-functional research initiatives, internal projects, and strategic processes, helping resolve complex challenges and improve business performance. • Collaborate with fellow analysts and internal stakeholders to strengthen research quality, develop new perspectives, and deliver valuable client experiences. • Build strong client relationships by proactively identifying opportunities for engagement and ensuring research and advisory services remain relevant to evolving business needs. • Act as a mentor, coach, and strategic partner to colleagues, encouraging knowledge sharing, collaboration, and professional development. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification. • At least 15 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity, technology, product management, consulting, or related industries. • Previous experience as a Service Delivery Leader or Manager, Consulting Practice Leader or Manager, or senior executive in product leadership, particularly involving AI-related solutions. • Experience working for a large cybersecurity solutions or services provider, or within a major organization implementing, integrating, or leveraging AI capabilities. • Demonstrated Profit and Loss (P&L) ownership and strong understanding of business performance, commercial strategy, and go-to-market operations. • Recognized expertise and credibility within the cybersecurity industry, with the ability to influence senior executives and establish thought leadership. • Extensive knowledge of global cybersecurity markets, competitive landscapes, industry developments, and the relationships between key market players. • Outstanding research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to produce original, insightful, and high-value industry content. • Proven public speaking and presentation skills, including experience delivering executive-level briefings and presentations at industry events. • Demonstrated ability to identify and develop new business opportunities and contribute to commercial growth. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to explain complex technical and business concepts clearly and concisely. • Strong understanding of cybersecurity competitors, market dynamics, emerging technologies, and evolving customer requirements. • Ability to adapt to change, manage competing priorities, and navigate complex, highly matrixed organizational environments. • Collaborative mindset, with the motivation to work closely with peers and cross-functional teams to develop practical, thought-provoking research. • Strong critical-thinking and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge conventional perspectives and help clients reconsider their strategic approaches. • Willingn