Sr Director Analyst – SAP Security Strategy (Remote, U.S.)

About the role

Gartner is hiring a Senior Director Analyst for its SAP Security Strategy practice, a remote, individual contributor position based in North America or Western Europe. As a Senior Director in the Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, you will become a credible voice in application security, producing insights that clients use to advance their business.

Key responsibilities

• Create innovative, thought-provoking insights and thought leadership that give clients actionable approaches to their needs
• Analyze client barriers and needs, and advise CIOs and heads of IT on topics such as ERP security policies, risk assessments, metrics, and vulnerability testing programs
• Deliver presentations and content for Gartner events, conferences and client briefings, and support BTI and sales as the voice of the market
• Review content, improve research processes, and mentor junior team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience in application security, enterprise applications or IT leadership
• Extensive experience working with CIOs and business leaders on application security strategies
• Experience organizing and leading application security teams
• Executive presence, strong research, writing and presentation skills, and ability to work independently in a matrixed, multicultural team
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Required skills

• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience of security strategies and roadmaps for SAP (other ERP and CRM vendors a plus)
• Understanding of ERP security tools and third-party vulnerability identification tools
• Knowledge of AI and generative AI developments

What we offer

• Base salary estimated at 172,000 to 202,500 USD, with an annual bonus or uncapped sales incentive plan
• Generous PTO, 401k match up to 7,200 USD per year, and discounted company stock option
• Flexible hybrid work and a global, inclusive workplace