Senior Director Analyst - Security Architecture/Engineering - AI Security

Gartner•Remote - Texas, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role creates thought leading security operations, monitoring and vulnerability management research to our Gartner for Technical Professionals clients through published research, conversations with client (Inquiry), stage presentations, teleconferences, and client meetings. It is important that you have a vision for how security operations, threat detection, response and automation will evolve worldwide and at a regional level.

Requirements

Subject matter expertise in how to secure AI with the ability to demonstrate understanding of the business requirements and opportunities in that market
Knowledge of AI Security Platforms (AISP), AI usage control (AIUC) and AI Application Security (AIAS)
Knowledge of threats against AI models and architecture
Knowledge of AI solutions and their native security features, such as Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, AWS, Databricks, xAI, Perplexity AI
Knowledge of AI security testing, MCP security, rogue agent detection, AI discovery and inventory, AI access control
Ability to mentor security staff at all levels for their role and personal development.
Knowledge of the global landscape, and the competitive interplay between incumbents, emerging providers, disruptors and outsourcers
Demonstrated superior analytical skills, applying conceptual models, recognizing patterns while drawing and defending conclusions.
Strong business and financial acumen as well as analytical skills are required for this position
Articulate and succinct communication skills.
Minimum of12 years of experience in a technical security role and prefer at least one year of experience securing AI
Bachelor's or equivalent experience, Master's degree preferred
Ability to conduct occasional travel, regionally and globally
Experienced public speaking and executive presence with security and business leaders

Nice To Haves

History of publishing content and public speaking engagements are an advantage

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analysis in specific areas of expertise targeting client’s key initiatives.
Deliver high quality actionable advice through a variety of media.
Write high quality, clear, actionable, advisory research documents.
Remain ahead of the curve on developments and issues within these specified areas as well as applicable adjacent areas.
Articulate and defend assigned topic positions during discussions, while demonstrating openness to reconsidering viewpoints and accepting consensus decisions
Respond to client questions, create materials for and deliver to clients in person, via teleconference, video conference or webinar and event presentations
Maintain the Gartner’s industry leadership reputation by responding to press inquiries
Proactively work with the wider sales organization and deliver outstanding sales support to retain and grow the business