Principal Analyst, Enterprise Architecture

About This Role:

Forrester Research is seeking aPrincipal Analysttobe a critical member of theresearchteamresponsible forleadingourEnterpriseSolutionsArchitecturePracticepart of our Technology Architecture & DeliveryResearch Group.This practice servesCIOs CTOs andIT Leaders andPractitionershelpingthem achieve high performance the ability to deliver great business results through technology.ThePrincipalAnalyst deliversresearchthatencompasses: 1)Enterprise Architecture practicestrategy andportfolioof research

2)Drive research on key platforms vendors and trends

3)Brings the right mix of both strategicand technical architecture and delivery experiences

4)fosters a culture of collaboration across our Research Sales Product and Customer Success teams.

The Principal Analyst hasa strongunderstanding of CIO/CTOconcernsand prioritieshelpsthem understand the implications of technology economies labor and other key trends on IT strategyand 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 theEnterpriseSolutionsArchitecturepracticearea working across Forrester research teams including theTechnologyStrategy and Executive Partner teams as well asSales andProduct to develop a complete research portfoliothat drivescustomer delight and revenue.

• Develop a deep understanding of what Forrester clients require to be successful as technologyexecutives and leaders.

• Establish an industry presence as an influential speaker and thinker; build relationships with journalists who cover the sector;participatein vendor briefings and field pressinquiriesas necessary.

• Conduct primary research into1)architecturestrategysolutionsarchitecture key technology platforms and roadmaps2) governance and risk management 3) financialandcost optimization and 4) performance managementincluding metrics KPIs benchmarks etc.Use this research to help clients navigate challenges by providing insights onthe future ofsolutions architecturecost optimization investment prioritization and long-termworkplace strategy.

• Conduct deep analysis ofIT decision makerchallenges and preferences balanced with employee preferences and expectations.

• Create high quality actionable analyticallydeepand fact-based research content throughout the year. Research/write/createapproximately 8to 12 research projects per year which includesofmix of written reports tools webinars videos blogs podcasts infographics and other intellectual property. Build visibility for his/her research and contribute to Forrester client communities.

• Driveand lead key Forrester Waves and Landscape reporting for the practice and adjacent areas.

• Consult with clients to apply Forresters research in the context of their specific business environment and help solve their problems through inquiry guidance and advisoryand consultingengagements.

• Present at Forrester-sponsored and industry-related events and deliver client webinars.

• Co-lead the global Forrester Enterprise Architectureforum andaward program.

• Contribute to theState of Modern Technology Operations survey a key adjacent area

• Support business development and prospect conversations as arranged by Forresters account leadership teams.

• Fostersa leadership stylethat drives a culture ofcross-team collaboration mentorshipintegrityandrelentless&positive pursuits

• This role can growintoto the VP Principal Analyst rolefor a very drivenindividual that brings new innovations to Forrester and to our clientsas well as capture revenueand client engagement

Job Requirements:

• At least 10years of experiencein a mix of roles as adirector-level and abovepractitionerenterprise architectprincipal sales engineerprincipal solutions architect managingconsultantDirector/Manager of Sales Engineeringorresearch analyst inan industry vertical or technology services.

• Demonstratedability to serve asanadvisor tosenior management and C-level clients.

• Superior client-facing communication listening critical thinking and collaboration skills with researchers subject-matter experts and client leaders.

• Solid technicalenterprise architecture the practice solutionsarchitectureandtechnology experiences as aleader butalso founded inengineering and architecture backgrounds in key platforms.These platforms can includeCloud Infrastructure AIOperatingSystemsSecurityas wellasadditionaltechnology platforms.

• Practionerexperiences in Financial ServicesTechnology Services or another keyindustryvertical is preferred including the ability to craft high-level architecture to illustrate complex topics and research coverage

• Ability toleverageprevailing AItopics and technologies as they relate to the practice of EA as well as AItools andsolutions architecture

• Ability to engage technology leaders across Enterprise ArchitectureIT Delivery and Operations

• Strong knowledge oftheissues and challengesthat technologyexecutives andleadersfaceandexpertisein the broad implications of current and emerging technology markets economics labor and econometrics.

• Ability to take complex disparate ideas and distill them into simple provocative concepts; willingness to take a stand on outcomes with clients vendors press and competition.

• A strong record of academic achievement.

• Superior analytical writing editing and presentation skills.

• The ability to travel30% of the time or more.

Please note that the base salary range indicated here is inclusive of all applicable US geographies listed in this requisition with the exception of New York City and Georgia. This salary range is based upon the position as described in the job listing. The offered compensation may vary within this range and is dependent upon the successful candidates primary work location experience training education and credentials.

Base salary range: $141000 - $229000

Base salary range for Georgia: $126000 - $206000

Base salary range for New York City NY: $

For employees based in Washington State the percentage listed here is an estimated bonus target as a percentage of base salaryin accordance with the Forrester Employee Bonus plan. Individual and company performance as well as other eligibility criteria will determine the actual incentive amount.

Bonus target: 15%

For information on benefits please visit: application deadline is May 31 2026. Please refer to the job posting on careers page if the deadline has been extended.

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