Forrester Research

Technology Services

PrincipalAnalyst,EnterpriseArchitecture

$141–229k Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Analyst, Enterprise Architecture at Forrester Research. Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Solutions Architecture, Technology Delivery. Lead Enterprise Solutions Architecture practice. Develop understanding of client requirements”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve high performance; Deliver great business results; Drive customer delight; Drive revenue

Industry & Context.

Technology Services
Problems you'll solve

Critical thinking; Analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

30% travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10 years experience, Advisor to senior management, Client-facing communication skills, Listening skills, Critical thinking skills, Collaboration skills, Technical enterprise architecture experience, Solutions architecture experience, Engineering backgrounds, Architecture backgrounds, AI topics and technologies knowledge, AI tools and solutions architecture knowledge, Engage technology leaders, Knowledge of technology executive issues, Expertise in technology markets, Take complex ideas and distill them, Willingness to take a stand, Academic achievement record, Analytical skills, Writing skills, Editing skills, Presentation skills, Ability to travel 30%

Nice to Have

Practitioner experience in Financial Services, Practitioner experience in Technology Services, Practitioner experience in key industry vertical, Ability to craft high-level architecture

What You'll Do.

Lead Enterprise Solutions Architecture practice

Develop understanding of client requirements

Establish industry presence

Build relationships with journalists

Participate in vendor briefings

Conduct primary research

Provide insights on solutions architecture

Provide insights on cost optimization

Provide insights on investment prioritization

Provide insights on workplace strategy

Conduct analysis of IT decision maker challenges

Create actionable research content

Write research reports

Create research tools

Create research webinars

Create research videos

Create research blogs

Create research podcasts

Create research infographics

Build visibility for research

Contribute to client communities

Drive Forrester Waves reporting

Lead Forrester Waves reporting

Apply Forrester research

Solve client problems

Deliver client webinars

Co-lead Forrester Enterprise Architecture forum

Co-lead award program

Support business development

Support prospect conversations

Foster leadership style

Drive culture of collaboration

Drive culture of mentorship

Drive culture of integrity

Drive culture of positive pursuits

Bring innovations to Forrester

Bring innovations to clients

Capture client engagement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Across Forrester research teams; With Technology Strategy team; With Executive Partner teams; With Sales teams; With Product teams; With researchers; With subject-matter experts; With client leaders; With Enterprise Architecture leaders; With IT Delivery leaders; With IT Operations leaders; Cross-team collaboration

Communication Scope

Client-facing communication; Presentation skills; Writing skills; Editing skills

Process & Methodology

Roadmap planning

Full Job Description

At Forrester, we’re trusted to work on trailblazing, mission critical problems that business and technology leaders face today. That’s why we’re always looking to empower talented individuals to perform at their best every single day. We’re proud of our community of smart people and vibrant voices who come together to do what’s right by our clients and each other. Our success is driven by curiosity, courage and customer obsession. The confidence and drive to be bold at work. Join us and build an extraordinary future. **About This Role:** Forrester Research is seeking a Principal Analyst to be a critical member of the research team responsible for leading our Enterprise Solutions Architecture Practice, part of our Technology Architecture & Delivery Research Group. This practice serves CIOs, CTOs and IT Leaders and Practitioners helping them achieve high performance – the ability to deliver great business results through technology. The Principal Analyst delivers research that encompasses: 1) Enterprise Architecture practice, strategy and portfolio of research 2) Drive research on key platforms, vendors and trends 3) Brings the right mix of both strategic and technical architecture and delivery experiences 4) fosters a culture of collaboration across our Research, Sales, Product and Customer Success teams. The Principal Analyst has a strong understanding of CIO/CTO concerns and priorities, helps them understand the implications of technology, economies, labor, and other key trends on IT strategy and delivery. **Job Description:** The Principal Analyst works as part of a high-performing team with a strong emphasis on collaborating with others in all aspects of the job. A Principal Analyst is expected to: * Lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture practice area, working across Forrester research teams, including the Technology Strategy and Executive Partner teams as well as Sales and Product to develop a complete research portfolio that drives customer delight and rev

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