RESEARCHER – MARKET RESEARCH – ABERDEENGROUP - BOSTON

Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company, is a leading provider of fact-based research helping organizations and individuals make better business decisions, is seeking an individual to deliver primary research focused on specific business and information technology within the Security and IT-GRC practice. Partnering with the Research/Group Director and the sales team, the Researcher builds a market-facing presence through the completion of thought-provoking primary research. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with exceptional writing, analytical and critical thinking skills.  The selected candidate must have an understanding of quantitative and qualitative research concepts and tools. This is a post-entry level position, requiring 1-3 years of work experience, BA/BS or MBA at a good college or university.  We are seeking a smart, bright individual that loves to learn, has an inquisitive nature, and is interested in Security as it relates to IT.  Must live within commutable distance of downtown Boston.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

·         Track and monitor emerging trends and technologies within the

      Security and IT-GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance) practice

·         Conduct market research on new and emerging technology trends/business processes

·         Conduct industry competitive analysis

·         Conduct qualitative research interviews

·         Create and administer quantitative surveys

·         Conduct statistical analysis from data collected

·         Author  research reports and  derivatives

·         Conduct vendor briefings and meetings

·         Manage the research team’s research advisory council (RAC) activities

·         Manage relationships with research clients within The IT-GRC and Security practice

·         Develop relationships with the top 3-5 trade publication’s editorial staff to support their research and market voice  

·         Assist in the design and management of a commercially successful research agenda

Required Experience, Skills and Education:

·         1-3 years of practical work experience that includes proven research and writing

·         Bachelor's degree is required; Master degree/MBA strongly preferred

·         Ability to learn Aberdeen’s Research methodology and support tools (i.e. SNAP)

·         Growing awareness of technology and software functionality

·         Understanding of quantitative and qualitative research concepts and tools

·         Strong critical thinking and analysis skills

·         Excellent writing and editing skills with proven experience in publishing to timeline

·         Capable of translating technology into business benefits and plans in simple terms

·         Communicates well with people at all levels

·         High level of intelligence and business acumen; intellectually grounded

·         Can do and will do attitude

·         Learn it all perspective

·         Entrepreneurial spirit

·         Ability to work independently, self-motivating

·         High level of personal integrity

·         Organized and can manage multiple projects

·         Exhibits a high level of energy

·         Customer service-focused

·         Detail-oriented with the ability to execute thoroughly

·         Prefer, knowledge of Security and IT-GRC market dynamics and industry trends

·         Appreciation of what Marketing Executives in vendor companies can use research to drive market education and awareness, create demand, arm the sales force and expand the current client base

Compensation and Benefits:

Aberdeen Group offers attractive compensation plans along with a comprehensive benefits offering including:  Medical, Dental, Life, PTO, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability, Educational Assistance and Employee Referral Bonus plans. 

About the AberdeenGroup, a Harte-Hanks Company:

Founded in 1988, Aberdeen Group has earned the reputation as being the “voice that matters” when it comes to understanding the implications and results of process innovation, methodology advancements, technology deployments, and business re-engineering.  Aberdeen Group manages a registered research community of 400,000+ executives and reaches 2.5 million readers in 40+ countries.

To be considered for this opportunity, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to:

Irene Levitt

Senior Corporate Recruiter

Irene.levitt@aberdeen.com

Key Words:

IT Security, Data security, data governance, data steward, IT-GRC, access control, anti-spam, anti-virus, privacy, CISO, Chief Information Security Officer, risk management, compliance, governance

Note:      The information listed above is intended to describe the general nature and level of this position.    Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require.

Harte-Hanks is an EEO/AA Employer