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SECURITYFOCUS JOBS - NEW OPPORTUNITY
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position: Security Consultant
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, US
Type: Permanent F/T
Closing Date: 06/02/2005
Forrester Research is an independent technology research company that provides
pragmatic and forward-thinking advice about technology's impact on business.
Business, marketing, and IT professionals worldwide collaborate with Forrester
to align their technology investments with their business goals. Established in
1983, Forrester is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass. For additional
information, visit www.forrester.com.
Consulting Analyst, Security
Location: Cambridge, Mass., or Santa Clara, Calif.
Description:
The Consulting Analyst is a critical member of the IT Management research team.
The team creates research and delivers consulting that analyzes the impact of
technology on how CIOs effectively organize and manage their IT operations.
Specifically, the Consulting Analyst will focus on security process, policy,
and organization within those large IT organizations.
The Consulting Analyst collaborates with other Analysts on the team to conduct
primary and secondary research, answer client Inquiries, develop new products,
and facilitate customized consulting programs for clients. The Consulting
Analyst will write, speak, and advise clients about Forrester’s research
that covers their designated markets by analyzing demand and supply trends,
assessing technology and functionality in the context of client requirements,
and helping with pricing negotiations and solution implementation best
practices. In this position, the Consulting Analyst must maintain current
knowledge of relevant vendors and software providers.
Responsibilities:
• Provide telephone and email Inquiry responses to queries placed by
Forrester’s clients in the areas of online channel expertise. Advise
clients by applying Forrester’s research to their specific business
environment, applying our ideas to solve the problem.
• Work with Security Benchmark service clients to define new metrics and
to expand the service to other product areas and channels.
• Prepare data files, graphics, presentations, and other relevant
documentation for distribution to clients for advisory session or Web site
reviews.
• Develop research plans, set milestones, and coordinate internal and
external resources to ensure research success. Conduct surveys and interviews
analyze and document results.
• Draft research documents in collaboration with Analysts and Research
Directors.
• Deliver consulting assignments, including presentations, written
papers, and direct client interactions.
• Collaborate with other Forrester research teams and external parties
and partners to enhance and improve the timeliness and value of financial
services.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Requirements:
Forrester is looking for people who are inspired and inspiring. Our product is
our intellectual capital, so we welcome and reward intellectual excellence,
curiosity, and sophisticated thinking and look for:
• Three or more years of security experience from a top-tier security
consulting practice or from the information security department of a large IT
department, with specific expertise in security organization design, processes,
policies, roles, and responsibilities. CISO experience is desirable.
• B.A./B.S. with strong academic record M.A./M.S./M.B.A. preferred.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, presentation
abilities, and computer skills.
• Demonstrated capabilities in project management.
• Ability to collaborate across the organization to meet the needs of the
client or research project.
• Willingness to work with a high degree of intensity and follow-through.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Typical candidates will be analytical, strategic, flexible, and
extremely detail oriented.
Forrester is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work
environment free from all forms of discrimination, including sexual harassment.
CONTACT
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For immediate consideration, please apply online at
http://www.forrester.com/CareerOpportunities
Steve Thomas
Strategic Growth Consultant
Forrester Research
sthomas@forrester.com
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