Sr Director Analyst - Physical AI Safety & Security
Core
Lead research on emerging AI safety and security for physical AI ecosystems (autonomous systems, robotics, AI-hardware integration) to inform client strategic decisions and investment priorities.
Role type
Senior Director Analyst (Individual Contributor, Strategy & Research)
Builds
Authoritative research papers, briefings, and market predictions on physical AI trends and implications.
Domain
Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Geopolitics
Required skills
AI risk management, emerging technology assessment, competitive landscape analysis, executive communication, strategic planning, market dynamics analysis, technical system understanding, qualitative/quantitative analysis, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Physical AI domain expertise, multi-sector industry experience (defense, logistics, manufacturing), agentic AI knowledge, robotics policy understanding, publication history, multilingual capabilities (via careerplan.io/jobs/114602-1-sr-director-analyst-physical-ai-safety-security-at-gartner)
Technologies
AI-driven autonomous systems, agentic systems, sensor technologies, robotics, AI-hardware integration, world models, reasoning models
Responsibilities
Lead research initiatives on AI safety/security; Develop comprehensive research agendas; Identify emerging trends and disruptions; Conduct expert interviews and technical assessments; Analyze competitive landscapes; Evaluate technology readiness and adoption barriers; Assess geopolitical dimensions; Author research papers; Present findings to C-level executives; Cultivate ecosystem relationships; Synthesize stakeholder perspectives
Seniority
Senior Director, Strategy & Research Leadership
