Principal Analyst, Enterprise Architecture

About This Role

Forrester Research seeks a Principal Analyst to lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture Practice within the Technology Architecture & Delivery Research Group. The role serves CIOs, CTOs and IT leaders by delivering high‑performance research on technology strategy and delivery.

• Lead the Enterprise Solutions Architecture practice, collaborating with technology strategy, executive partner, sales and product teams to develop a research portfolio that drives customer delight and revenue.
• Develop a deep understanding of client needs and establish an industry presence as an influential speaker and thinker.
• Conduct primary research on architecture strategy, key technology platforms, governance, risk management, financial cost optimization and performance management.
• Translate research into actionable insights for clients, including future of solutions architecture, cost optimization, investment prioritization and long‑term workplace strategy.
• Create 8–12 high‑quality research projects annually, including reports, tools, webinars, videos, blogs, podcasts and infographics.
• Build visibility for research through client communities, industry events, webinars and Forrester Waves and Landscape reports.
• Consult with clients to apply research in their business context and support advisory engagements.
• Present at Forrester‑sponsored and industry‑related events and co‑lead the global Enterprise Architecture forum and award program.
• Contribute to the State of Modern Technology Operations survey and support business‑development conversations with account leadership.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship and integrity across the research organization.

• At least 10 years in director‑level or higher roles such as enterprise architect, principal solutions architect, senior sales engineer or research analyst.
• Demonstrated ability to advise senior management and C‑level clients with clear, critical thinking and collaborative skills.
• Strong technical foundation in enterprise architecture, solutions architecture and key platforms (Cloud, Infrastructure, AI, Operating Systems, Security).
• Experience in Financial Services, Technology Services or another key industry vertical preferred.
• Knowledge of AI topics and technologies relevant to enterprise architecture and solutions architecture.
• Proven ability to engage technology leaders across Enterprise Architecture, IT Delivery and Operations.
• Deep understanding of challenges faced by technology executives, economics and emerging technology markets.
• Talent for distilling complex ideas into simple, provocative concepts and taking a stand with clients, vendors and the press.
• Strong academic record, analytical writing, editing and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel 30% of the time or more.

Base salary range: $141,000 – $229,000 (U.S. markets). Georgia: $126,000 – $206,000. New York City: $161,000 – $263,000. Bonus target: 15% of base salary.

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