Analyst Relations Director
Listed on 2026-06-01
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Data Science Manager
Forcepoint is a cybersecurity company that helps global businesses and governments protect data across cloud, on‑prem, and AI environments.
Key Responsibilities Analyst Relations Strategy and Planning- Develop and own a multi‑quarter analyst relations strategy aligned to Forcepoint’s Data Security Everywhere platform and AI security initiatives
- Define target analysts, firms, and engagement priorities
- Establish a clear engagement model, including briefing cadence, inquiry strategy, and event participation
- Build a roadmap to influence analyst research agendas, market categories, and evaluation criteria
- Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with key analysts across Gartner, Forrester, and IDC
- Develop tailored engagement strategies for priority analysts based on their research focus and influence
- Establish Forcepoint as a trusted source of insight through consistent, high‑quality interactions
- Evolve relationships from transactional briefings to ongoing strategic dialogue
- Translate Forcepoint’s capabilities into a clear and consistent analyst narrative across Data Security Everywhere, AI‑aware data security, and DSPM/DLP convergence
- Ensure alignment across analyst briefings, research submissions, and executive messaging
- Proactively influence how analysts define and evaluate emerging categories in data security and AI security
- Build and manage annual and quarterly analyst relations plans
- Coordinate cross‑functional inputs to ensure accurate and compelling analyst engagement
- Maintain a structured cadence of briefings, inquiries, and follow‑ups
- Track and report on analyst sentiment, coverage quality, and engagement effectiveness
- Lead Forcepoint’s participation in key analyst evaluations, including Magic Quadrants, Waves, and Market Scapes
- Align internal stakeholders on evaluation criteria, differentiation, and messaging
- Ensure submissions highlight platform value, customer outcomes, and competitive strengths
- Partner with Product Marketing and Customer Marketing to identify and prepare strong customer references
- Prepare executives for analyst briefings, inquiries, and strategic discussions
- Provide guidance on messaging, positioning, and competitive dynamics
- Ensure leadership alignment on analyst engagement priorities and desired outcomes
- Support executive participation in analyst‑led events and thought leadership opportunities
- Development and execution of a clear, measurable analyst relations strategy
- Strength and depth of relationships with priority analysts
- Improved analyst perception of Forcepoint as a data security platform leader
- Strong positioning in key analyst research and evaluations
- Measurable contribution to market awareness and sales confidence
- 10+ years of experience in Analyst Relations, Product Marketing, or a related strategic role within cybersecurity
- Proven ability to build and execute analyst relations programs from the ground up
- Strong experience engaging with leading analyst firms, including Gartner, Forrester, and IDC
- Deep understanding of data security, including DLP, DSPM, insider risk, and cloud security
- Familiarity with AI security trends and enterprise risk considerations
- Strong communication and executive presence, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear market narratives
- Ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level
The Analyst Relations Director will help shape how the industry defines modern data security and position Forcepoint as a leader in protecting data across cloud, on‑prem, and AI environments.
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