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We make a broad organizational impact by deliveringcutting-edgetechnology solutions that power Gartner. Gartner IT values its culture of nonstop innovation, an outcome-driven approach to success, and the notion that great ideas can come from anyone on the team.\nAbout the role\nGartner’sInformationSecurityTeamisa group of passionate information securityprofessionals dedicated to Protecting, Detecting, and Responding to threats. Our team is filled with lifelong learners who are consistently researching ways to better defend and stay ahead of the threats of tomorrow. We are a collaborative group, wheregood ideascome together whether they come from the most experienced or the newest members of the team.\nWe'relooking for a well-rounded and motivatedLead Security Analystto join our Human Cyber Risk & Assessment Team. In this critical role,you'llbe instrumental in safeguarding our organization from human-centric cyber threats.You'llleverageyourexpertisein information security best practices toidentify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with human behavior, ensuring the protection of our sensitive data and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with5-7years of experience in Information Security who is passionate about proactive security measures and building a strong securityposture.\nWhatyou willdo:\nConduct comprehensive assessments of human-centric cyber risks,identifyingvulnerabilities and potential attack vectors tied to human actors like phishing, social engineering, and insider threats.\n\nDesign, implement, and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies and controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure or exfiltration of sensitive information.You'llalso monitor DLP alerts, investigate incidents, and recommend remediation steps.\n\nDevelop and implement programs to detect, analyze, and mitigate insider risks, including monitoring user behavior and collaborating with relevant stakeholders (e.g., HR, Legal) on incident response.\n\nStay ahead of current attack vectors, trends, and techniques used by threat actors targeting human vulnerabilities, proactivelyidentifyingemergingthreatsand recommending countermeasures.\n\nAdvocate for and ensure adherence to information security best practices across the organization, especiallyregardinghuman behavior and data handling.\n\nConfigure,monitor, andoptimizesecurity tools relevant to human cyber risk.\n\nSupport during security incidents related to human-centric threats,assistingwith investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.\n\nContribute to the development and delivery of security awareness training programs to educate employees on human cyber risks and best practices.\n\nGenerate reports on human cyber risk posture, incident metrics, and the effectiveness of security controls, whilemaintainingaccuratedocumentation of security processes.\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT Operations, Legal, HR, and other security teams, to achieve securityobjectives.\n\nPresentSecurity Risk Findings to Leadership\n\nAssistwith mentoringJunior Level Analyst\n\nWhat you will need:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).\n\n5-7years of hands-on experience in Information Security, with a focus on human cyber risk, data loss prevention, and insider threat.\n\nStrong understanding of information security best practices, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and regulatory requirements.\n\nIn-depth knowledge of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) principles, technologies, and implementation strategies.\n\nProven experience with Insider Risk Management methodologies and tools.\n\nFamiliarity with current attack vectors tied to human actors, including phishing, social engineering, business email compromise (BEC), and malware delivery.\n\nMusthave:\nTechnical & Data Security Capabilities\nHands-on experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platforms to govern unstructured data and prevent exfiltration.\n\nExperience with Email Security platforms and Endpoint Protection tools (device control, USB policy enforcement, local storage monitoring).\n\nProficiencyin analyzing data security telemetry across cloud platforms (e.g., M365 Purview, Google Workspace, OneDrive/SharePoint).\n\nHuman Cyber Risk & Governance\nExperience analyzing human risk indicators, insider threat telemetry, or security awareness campaign metrics (e.g., phishing performance, EDP training completions).\n\nUnderstanding ofAcceptable Use Policies (AUP) and experience managing risk-based exception workflows without causing business disruption.\n\nProfessional & Analytical Skills\nStrong analytical skills with a proventrack recordof investigating data security alerts, performing root-cause analysis, and evaluating complex employee risk profiles.\n\nExceptional written and verbal communication skills, specifically the ability to conduct empathetic yet firm security remediations with employees and present risk insightstoleadership (HR, Legal, IT).\n\nSelf-starter with the ability to manage independent investigations while collaborating seamlessly across a global security organization.\n\n Nice to have:\nRelevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSEC, Security+, SSAP).\n\nWhoyou are:\nA lifelong learner with a desire for continuous personal and professional development.\n\nSomeone with proven communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.\n\nAble to build trusting, meaningful relationships with peers, stakeholders, partners, and suppliers.\n\nCapable of defining and communicating risk in a business-relevant language to both non-technical and technicalaudiencesincluding Leadershipteams.\n\nSomeone who can apply expert knowledge to solve complex business/technical issues.\n\nDon’tmeet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or other roles!\nWhat you will get:\nCompetitive compensation.\n\nLimitless growth and learning opportunities.\n\nOngoing mentorship and apprenticeship; Leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, certification opportunities and more!\n\nA collaborative and positive culture - join a diverse team of professionals that are as smart and driven as you.\n\nA chance to make an impact - your work will contribute directly to our strategy.\n\nHybrid Work Environment - enjoy the flexibility of working from home and the energy of collaborating with peers in our dynamic offices.\n\n20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year.\n\nExtensive medical, dental insurance and vision plan.\n\n401K with corporate match, immediate vesting.\n\nHealth-and-wellness-related allowance programs.\n\nParental leave.\n\nTuition reimbursement.\n\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan.\n\nEmployee Assistance Program.\n\nGartner Gives Charity Match. And much more!\n\n#LI-Hybrid\n#LI-TW1\nWho are we?\nAt Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.\nOur 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.\nSince 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.\nWhat makes Gartner a great place to work?\nOur 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.\nWe hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.\nOur teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.\nWe 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.\nGartner is the world authority on AI\nAt 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.\nIt’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.\nWhat do we offer?\nGartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.\nIn 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.\nReady to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.\nGartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 94,000 USD - 134,000 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.The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.\nGartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. 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