Competitive Intelligence

Tactical, Operational & Strategic Analysis of Markets, Competitors & Industries

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About the Role:

The McAfee Competitive Intelligence (CI) team is an integral part of Product Management - responsible for technical competitive analysis for strategic planning as well as competitive positioning. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting detailed technical analysis of top McAfee competitors, specifically focusing on Web security solutions. This includes installing, configuring, and testing competitor equipment and/or software, documenting results, and disseminating the information in multiple formats. You will be working closely with a cross-functional team comprising of Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Business Development, and Marketing.

Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Web Security CI questions and inquires
* Responsible for all technical aspects of competitive analysis for a given product line; including:
* Purchasing, installing, configuring, and maintaining competitor products as well as McAfee products
* Disseminating technical findings while maintaining complete objectivity
* Evaluating the market landscape and monitoring changes in market dynamics
* Collaborating with marketing to develop sales-focused competitive collateral
* Synthesizing data and identifying implications of competitive influences on McAfee products
* Use a variety of security assessment tools such as Nessus, Spirent, Metasploit, and BreakingPoint
* Assist with and participate in product launches, product demonstrations, partner/customer conferences, and strategic planning sessions
* Expect less than 10% travel
Required Skills/Experience & Education
* BS / BA in a computer-related field (i.e., computer science, IT) or equivalent work experience
* 3 years of experience working in the information security industry in a technical capacity
* Experience with computer networking, TCP/IP stack, and HTTP and SMTP protocols
* Experience configuring and installing Unix, Linux, Windows, Mac OS, and FreeBSD
* Strong technical knowledge with a genuine curiosity to learn new technologies
* Self starter with a team-oriented work style
* Ability to manage, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
* Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills with proven ability to effectively present to a wide variety of audiences
* Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
* Preferred Skills / Experience:
* Hands-on experience installing and/or maintaining Web security and/or DLP products
* Proficiency with virtualized server infrastructures for managing test environments
* CISSP or other industry certifications
* Experience analyzing competitors and/or competitive intelligence certifications (i.e., CIP)

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