About Us
ISTARI is a strategic cybersecurity advisory company with a bold vision: to curate the defining cybersecurity ecosystem of our time - uniting enterprise, academia, government, and innovators to build collective resilience. At the heart of this mission, ISTARI helps clients achieve lasting organisational cyber resilience by convening and applying world-class talent, expertise, and innovation through a uniquely powerful network - with ISTARI as the central orchestrator.
Role Purpose
The Insights Officer will develop and execute thought leadership that positions ISTARI as a trusted strategic advisor to senior business leaders and government stakeholders. You will synthesise complex cyber risk trends, geopolitical developments, and organisational resilience challenges into compelling, actionable narratives that inform client strategy and drive advisory outcomes.
In this role, you'll create insights-driven content that demonstrates how organisations can navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape. You'll work at pace to distill what is truly important from vast amounts of information, translating it into narratives that matter to C-suite executives and board-level decision makers.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Trend Analysis
- Monitor and analyse emerging cyber threats, geopolitical developments, regulatory changes, and organisational trends to identify patterns that affect client resilience
- Synthesise information from diverse sources (research, news, policy, market data, client conversations) to spot emerging strategic issues ahead of the curve
- Maintain awareness of macro trends affecting cyber risk (e.g., state-aligned threats, AI advancement, supply chain disruption, regulatory evolution, political instability)
Insight Development & Translation
- Distill complex research and data into clear, concise strategic narratives tailored for different audiences (C-suite, board, government, investors)
- Translate technical and geopolitical complexity into business-relevant insights that inform decision-making
- Identify and articulate the implications of global trends for organizational cyber resilience and business strategy
Thought Leadership & Publishing
- Author and contribute to research reports, white papers, opinion pieces, and strategic commentary
- Develop original insights and perspectives that demonstrate Istari's expertise and position the firm at the forefront of cyber resilience thinking
- Work with communications and marketing teams to amplify thought leadership across digital channels, conferences, and industry forums
- Maintain a regular cadence of published output (articles, research, analysis, commentary)
- Translate research and insights into a range of engaging formats beyond written publications, including webinars, podcasts, social media content, and other digital formats, working with Marketing to maximise reach and impact
Client & Advisory Support
- Partner with advisory teams to ensure research insights are embedded in client engagements and drive advisory outcomes
- Contribute to strategic positioning and framing for high-value client relationships
- Provide briefings to senior leaders on emerging trends and strategic implications
- Support the development of client presentations and strategic recommendations with rigorous research and insight
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the Chief Strategy & Insights Officer to execute the insights agenda and research priorities
- Collaborate with advisory leads to understand client challenges and translate them into research questions
- Partner with educators to ensure thought leadership aligns with and informs ISTARI's executive programs
- Engage with the ISTARI Collective ecosystem to leverage partner expertise and insights
- Work with government relations and public affairs teams on policy-relevant research
Strategic Communication
- Communicate insights clearly and persuasively to internal and external stakeholders, from C-suite clients to policy makers
- Develop narrative frameworks that make sense of complex, fast-moving issues
- Build credibility as a trusted voice on cyber resilience and strategic risk
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in one or more of: business strategy, political science/international relations, cybersecurity, public policy, economics, or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience in research, strategy, consulting, policy analysis, or related analytical/advisory role
- Demonstrated experience developing and publishing thought leadership (research reports, articles, opinion pieces, white papers)
- Strong background in analysing trends, synthesising complex information, and communicating strategic insights to senior audiences
- Proven ability to work at pace, prioritise effectively, and deliver high-quality output in fast-moving environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clearly and persuasively for executive and board-level audiences
Desired Qualifications
- Background or direct experience in cybersecurity, cyber policy, or cyber risk management
- Familiarity with geopolitical analysis or strategic foresight methodologies
- Track record of publishing in reputable outlets (peer-reviewed journals, policy institutes, major media, industry publications)
- Experience working in or with C-suite advisory, management consulting, or strategic advisory firms
- Experience advising governments, regulators, or multilateral organisations on strategic or policy issues
- Familiarity with the cyber threat landscape, regulatory environment, or organisational resilience challenges
- Network or visibility in policy, academic, or thought leadership circles
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking
- Ability to identify patterns and connections across complex, disparate information
- Capacity to think systemically about how trends interact and affect organizations
- Understanding of geopolitical, economic, regulatory, and technological forces shaping the threat landscape
Research & Analysis
- Rigorous, evidence-based approach to research and insight development
- Comfort working with data, statistics, and complex information sources
- Ability to distinguish signal from noise and surface what truly matters
Written Communication
- Exceptional writing ability; clear, compelling, and persuasive
- Ability to tailor messaging for different audiences (C-suite, technical, policy, media)
- Experience developing structured arguments and narratives
Judgment & Prioritisation
- Strong judgment about what is important and what deserves escalation
- Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects without day-to-day supervision
- Comfort working in ambiguity and shifting priorities
Collaboration & Influence
- Ability to work effectively across teams and functions
- Comfort engaging with senior leaders and external stakeholders
- Influence without authority; ability to shape thinking through ideas and insight
Adaptability & Pace
- Thrives in a fast-moving environment
- Comfort with ambiguity and iterative development
- Proactive mindset; seeks to drive the agenda rather than wait for direction
ISTARI Global is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
