Director, CIO Analyst: AI/Technology Implementation and Operations

Director, CIO Analyst: Thought Leader on Technology Operations — Remote US/Canada

Description

Gartner is seeking a Director Analyst for our CIO and AI Leader group to serve as a strategic thought leader for the future of technology implementation and operations. In this role, you won’t just track trends—you will define the playbook for how CIOs, from the world's largest companies, newest startups, and innovative governments, secure and modernize their enterprises through the lens of AI and data-driven transformation. Leveraging over 10+ years of technology executive experience and passion for learning, you will transform complex shifts in technologies, practices, and markets  into actionable insights, mentoring global leaders and commanding the stage as a definitive voice in the industry.

About the role:

As a Director Analyst in Gartner’s Business CIO & AI Leaders group, you will serve as a global thought leader within Business & Technology Insights. In this role, you will help CIOs and tech executives from around the world securely architect technology, data, and AI for modernization and innovation. Leveraging deep analytical and strong communications skills, you will produce essential research and directly counsel clients through written content, executive briefings, and Gartner conferences to solve mission-critical enterprise challenges.
 

What you will do:

• Be an industry thought leader

  • Build credibility as an expert representing Gartner Business and Technology Insights on topics such as application modernization, integration of AI into operations, and platform implementation

  • Drive the global conversation platforms and application modernization through Gartner and the media

• Conduct insightful research

  • Track global market trends related to core industries, relevant vendors, emerging technologies, and best practices 

  • Actively participate in ideation, cohort discussions to establish strong positions on technical topics that impact CIOs

  • Lead qualitative and quantitative studies to establish thought-provoking insights for our C-level clients

  • Identify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and the Business and Technology Insights group excel in delivering client value

• Create thought provoking content for clients

  • Deliver high-quality, actionable advice to an executive client audience, CIOs, AI Leaders, and Technology Executives, through a variety of media.

  • Write evidence-based content that is easily consumed, defensible and actionable.

  • Develop compelling presentations that help clients understand the constantly evolving technology and operation landscape 

• Engage clients in how to achieve their mission critical priorities

  • Advise CIOs and IT Executives in staying ahead in a constantly evolving technology landscape and changing geopolitical uncertainties

  • Deliver thought-provoking presentations for webinars, executive briefings, and industry conferences, and Gartner events.

What you will need:

• 10+ years’ experience working as an information technology executive, AI experience in P&C insurance or government is a plus 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

• Intellectual curiosity to continuously learn and explore new ideas

• A deep technical background founded in IT department engineering experience (e.g. platform engineer for AI, systems engineer, information security engineer, cloud engineer, solutions architect etc.)

• Experience helping organizations be AI ready— specifically, how to modernize data architecture and cloud compute power to deliver responsible and sustainable AI solutions

• Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high-quality deliverables

• Excellent communicator who can explain complex concepts concisely and simply.

• Superb written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions.

• A proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges.

• An ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team

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Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

Gartner is the world authority on AI

At Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

It’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. If you’re passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that’s guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 148,000 USD - 175,500 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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