Sr. Director Analyst, IT Vendor Risk Management

Sr. Director Analyst, IT Vendor Risk Management (Remote-US) Join to apply for the Sr. Director Analyst, IT Vendor Risk Management (Remote-US) role at Gartner. About the role Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must‑have research, market predictions, and best practices for a broad range of world‑leading organizations. A Sr. Director possesses a keen eye for articulating industry problems and solutions, identifying early trends, and breaking new ground within the market they serve. They help clients make informed decisions, resolve complex issues, and implement innovative practices that propel their businesses toward key objectives. A Sr. Director publishes these insights as pragmatic and/or provocative research. Additionally, they reinforce Gartner’s value every day by engaging clients via in‑person and virtual meetings, sales support visits, Gartner conferences, and industry events. What you will do Define and conduct ongoing research and analysis in IT vendor management trends, governance, organization, skills, tools, transformation issues, and best and next practices. Advise clients on best practices regarding IT vendor management organization, operations, tools, and analytics; IT vendor governance models, policies, and processes; IT vendor risk management/third‑party risk management models, policies, tools and processes; vendor relationship management strategies and practices. Perform research by reading, networking with clients, vendors, and analysts, evaluating and analyzing information and participating in research meetings and other activities that comprise the Gartner research process. Add value to the research by analysis (which may include triangulation, pattern recognition, application of experience). Determine specific subjects to research, create an active research agenda, conduct the research, and present/develop accompanying deliverables. Conduct industry‑ and role‑specific research as necessary, taking positions on key issues that affect your research area and our clients. Create specified volumes of written research (e.g., research notes, strategic analysis reports, etc.) in fulfillment of our commitment to clients. Create research regarding tools that assist or automate the identification, assessment, analysis, remediation, and monitoring of IT vendors. Collaborate with other Gartner analyst teams including Legal and Compliance, Security, Supply Chain to ensure a consistent position related to the third‑party risk management discipline. Answer inquiries from clients in covered topic areas via video and audio conferencing and written response via email. Provide individualized consulting services for clients, presenting Gartner research and findings to specific companies or offering advice to end‑user or vendor clients. Provide sales support by speaking to prospective and existing clients via video platforms, making face‑to‑face sales calls with sales personnel, and delivering presentations at regional sales sessions whose purpose is attracting prospective clients. Help recruit, motivate, and mentor colleagues as applicable. What you will need 12+ years’ experience in IT sourcing and vendor management. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred. Experience engaging and advising business stakeholders in strategic IT vendor management, governance, and risk management. Experience developing and executing IT vendor risk management programs, policies, and processes. Experience researching evolving risk domains for IT vendors, including responses to global trends, legal, and regulatory requirements. Experience with IT vendor management performance metrics, resolution, and tools. Strong market research and analytical skills, proven in an IT vendor management role. Ability to think abstractly and strategically; adept at analysis, pattern recognition, and drawing conclusions from partial data. Strong, plain‑spoken writing skills to publish succinct research deliverables and communicate internally. Able to independently build and execute a robust research agenda. Collaborative teamwork, good at sharing data and two‑way communication. Ability to educate and influence others, while remaining humble and willing to learn. Ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Articulate and succinct verbal communication skills. Strong internal/external presentation skills; public speaking experience is a plus. Strong work ethic, working both independently and in a team environment. Strong project and time‑management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, even as they change. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 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 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. What makes Gartner a great place to work Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team, and our inclusive culture values individuals from all backgrounds. What do we offer Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. We provide a flexible hybrid work environment, generous paid time off, a 401(k) match up to $7,200 per year, and the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount. 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