About Us
We work with CISOs, founders, and security teams to make sense of what’s changing in security and what’s coming next.
SACR brings together independent research, hands-on insight, and AI-powered tools to help CISOs, founders and security teams make better decisions, faster.
Explore our research
About Us
We work with CISOs, founders, and security teams to make sense of what’s changing in security and what’s coming next.
SACR brings together independent research, hands-on insight, and AI-powered tools to help CISOs, founders and security teams make better decisions, faster.
Explore our research
What We Do
Speaking & Media
Speaking Engagements
We offer two formats for speaking engagements: Webinar-based sessions and In-person events. Webinars are high-signal digital discussions curated around emerging categories and vendor positioning. In-person engagements involve strategy sessions, executive briefings, or larger live panels.
Social Media Amplification
We write a sharp, research-driven LinkedIn post about your product, architecture, or insight. The tone is educational. The visual is clean. The value is lasting. These posts often generate thousands of views and meaningful responses from real decision-makers.
Research
Research Cyber Industry report
At Software Analyst Cyber Research (SACR), we help CISOs, investors, and security leaders understand where cybersecurity is going next.
We analyze the technologies, vendors, and shifts defining the next decade of cybersecurity. Our mission is to bring clarity to an increasingly complex market—helping CISOs, investors, and builders separate signal from noise.
Our work sits at the intersection of research, analysis, and practitioner insight translating market noise into strategic clarity.
Analyst Reports
Our flagship reports are written for CISOs and security decision-makers who want clarity across emerging categories.
Each report dissects how a market is evolving—covering the architectures, vendors, and strategies defining the next wave of security innovation.
We publish limited, high-impact reports each year focused on our four research pillars: SOC/SecOps, Data Security, Cloud Security, and Identity Security.
Vendor Analysis
For security vendors and startups with a strong story to tell, SACR produces exclusive, analyst-authored deep dives.
These reports distill your product, positioning, and differentiation—grounded in real research and market context.
They’re used to strengthen go-to-market, support fundraising, and shape external perception with credibility.
Thought Articles & Briefs
We also publish shorter, analytical articles designed to start conversations across the cybersecurity community.
These pieces explore live trends, vendor movements, and early patterns that signal where the industry is heading next.
They help security leaders and builders engage with substance—not marketing noise.
Practitioner Insights
SACR’s mission is to build a trusted intelligence platform for modern security leaders.
We deliver clarity, context, and credibility in a time of rapid change—so every CISO and security builder can make decisions with conviction.
Advisory
Advisory Analyst Subscription
For teams that want more than published research, we offer a more hands-on working relationship through our analyst subscription.
Analyst Subscription
This is our most involved engagement. Through regular calls, strategy reviews, and real-time feedback, we become a partner in how you build, position, and grow.
We support with insights on category shifts, GTM direction, product feedback, and competitive alignment. You’ll also gain visibility into what we are hearing across our network of CISOs, buyers, founders, and operators.
This is not access to reports. It is a direct line to what matters.
Speaking
Speaking In-person & Virtual Engagements
We also engage directly with the industry through talks, panels, and executive briefings.
We speak regularly across formats including webinars, CISO roundtables, private strategy sessions, and public conferences.
Each talk is grounded in real research and shaped by conversations with security leaders. Whether on stage or behind closed doors, we focus on what’s emerging, what’s misunderstood, and what teams are navigating in real time.
Education
Education Bootcamps
Our bootcamps are built for security teams, founders, and operators who want to move quickly up the learning curve.
We run live training cohorts, offer custom enterprise sessions, and bring in emerging vendors to showcase how their tools work in real environments. The programs are practical, high-signal, and built around what teams actually need to know.
Security Leaders Community
Security Leaders Community Built on Research and Trust. Grounded in Peer Intelligence.
We are building a community for security leaders. Cybersecurity has always been built on shared intelligence. CISOs trust each other more than they trust marketing and that will never change. No matter how technology evolves, security leaders will always need a trusted peer network to validate what’s real, what works, and what’s next.
Our Approach
At SACR, we’re making community-driven insight a core pillar of our research.
We bring together CISOs, founders, and practitioners to exchange knowledge through:
- Analyst briefings and CISO-founder dinners
- Collaborative panels and peer discussions
- Real-time community polls and adoption-trend analysis
These insights are then integrated directly into SACR’s research outputs — ensuring every report reflects the lived experience of security leaders on the front lines.
The SACR CISO Network
We’re building the SACR CISO Network — a trusted, invite-only community for security leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve, benchmark emerging technologies, and engage in meaningful discourse.
Think of it as the modern evolution of Gartner Peer Insights — but grounded in trust, context, and real practitioner dialogue.
If you’re a CISO, security leader, or practitioner interested in joining the network or participating in upcoming briefings, panels, or dinners, connect with us.
Our Values
Objectivity
We keep our work independent. Every recommendation, analysis, and report is written without bias, and always grounded in what the research shows.
Clarity
We believe good research makes complex topics feel simple, not simplistic. Every word we write is designed to bring clarity and focus.
Rigor
Quality
Trust
No Hype
Executive Team
Francis Odum is the Founder & Chief Cybersecurity Analyst at SACR, where he built one of the largest independent cybersecurity research platforms in the market. He is recognized for his work with over 60,000 security professionals worldwide and for establishing SACR as a trusted brand among CISOs and leading vendors.
Aqsa Taylor is the Chief Research Officer & Executive at SACR, where she partners with Francis Odum to shape the firm’s vision and strategy. In this role, she is responsible for leading the firm’s Research Arm, building SACR’s first AI-powered research platform for enterprises and establishing the CISO Advisory Board.
Core Team
SACR Careers
AI Engineer
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced AI Engineer to build the intelligence engine that powers our industry analysis. This isn’t a typical product role; you will design and deploy specialized AI systems that create structured, high-quality research for cybersecurity leaders and investors. You will work across the full ML lifecycle, from data pipelines to LLM orchestration, to automate insight generation and help us understand the market at scale.
Responsibilities:
- Design and build AI-driven systems to extract, analyze, and synthesize complex information from market data, vendor documentation, and unstructured text.
- Fine-tune, prompt, and orchestrate Large Language Models (LLMs) to perform domain-specific research and analysis tasks.
- Engineer robust data pipelines for sourcing, cleaning, and structuring diverse datasets for use in our models.
- Deploy and manage ML systems within our cloud environment, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with internal research tools via APIs.
- Partner closely with our cybersecurity researchers to continuously refine the accuracy and relevance of the insights our systems produce.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience building and shipping real-world AI/ML applications.
- Deep expertise in NLP and building LLM-powered applications (e.g., RAG, fine-tuning, prompt engineering, agentic systems).
- Strong proficiency in Python and its core data science ecosystem (Pandas, etc.).
- Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure) for ML deployment and data processing.
- A strong interest in research automation, market intelligence, or the cybersecurity industry is a major plus.
Interested? Feel free to submit your profile via this Contact Form.
Software Engineer
Job Description:
We are looking for a foundational Software Engineer to lead the design and construction of our new research platform. This is a rare opportunity to build a product from the ground up, with real ownership over the architecture, technology stack, and engineering culture. You will work at the intersection of data, AI, and user experience, creating the application that delivers our proprietary insights to enterprise leaders and decision-makers. If you are a builder who thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to shape a product from its first line of code, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement the core architecture for a production-grade, scalable research application.
- Build and maintain secure systems across the full stack, from backend APIs and data models to the frontend user experience.
- Collaborate closely with AI engineers and research analysts to seamlessly integrate structured data and LLM-generated outputs into the platform.
- Establish engineering best practices, from code quality standards to our CI/CD pipeline, shaping the technical culture of the team.
- Move fluidly between rapid prototyping to test new ideas and building robust, production-grade systems.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in full-stack or backend software engineering roles, with a strong portfolio of shipped products.
- A deep understanding of system design, API development, and modern web technologies.
- Proven experience building applications for non-technical users (e.g., dashboards, B2B tools, enterprise SaaS).
- Familiarity with integrating machine learning or AI outputs into software products is a strong plus.
- Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and DevOps principles.
- Comfort working in a small, fast-moving environment where you can tolerate ambiguity and take initiative.
Interested? Feel free to submit your profile via this Contact Form.
Technical Writer
Job Description:
We are looking for a Technical Writer with a talent for making complex cybersecurity topics clear and compelling. Your mission will be to transform our team’s deep technical research into polished, high-impact content for a senior executive audience. You will be responsible for writing and editing a wide range of materials, including long-form research reports, thought leadership articles, webinar scripts, and sharp, insightful social media posts. The ideal candidate understands how to shape a narrative and cares deeply about quality, clarity, and precision.
Responsibilities:
- Write, edit, and proofread long-form research reports, ensuring a consistent and authoritative voice.
- Collaborate with researchers to structure their findings into compelling narratives and clear, logical arguments.
- Repurpose core research into various content formats, including articles, blog posts, and social media threads.
- Develop and manage an editorial calendar to align content with market trends and company goals.
- Uphold and refine our company’s style guide to ensure all published content is of the highest quality.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a technical writer, content writer, or journalist in the B2B technology or cybersecurity space.
- A portfolio of published work (e.g., whitepapers, articles, technical blogs) that demonstrates an ability to write for a technical and executive audience.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- The ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and translate them into accessible language.
- Familiarity with the cybersecurity industry and its key acronyms and trends.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Interested? Feel free to submit your profile via this Contact Form.
Marketing & Operations Associate
Location: Remote | Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Company: Software Analyst Cybersecurity Research (SACR)
About Us
SACR is a modern, independent cybersecurity research and advisory firm helping founders, operators, and security leaders navigate emerging product categories. Our work spans research reports, industry briefings, and high-impact content across the cybersecurity landscape. We’re a fast-paced, insight-driven team that combines research depth with operational excellence.
Position Overview
We are looking for a proactive, creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Operations Associate to oversee day-to-day social media management, business operations and communications across social media, partnerships, and vendor relations. This role blends back-office coordination (HR, accounting, vendor follow-ups) with behind the scenes marketing work for (LinkedIn, Twitter, partnership tracking) SACR.. You’ll work closely with SACR’s leadership to ensure consistent execution, increase visibility, and streamline internal processes.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing & Communications
- Manage SACR’s LinkedIn Business Page: daily content creation, engagement tracking, and responding to comments.
- Support CEO’s LinkedIn presence: coordinate post scheduling, comment responses, and DM follow-ups.
- Content Creation for Twitter (X) and oversee social scheduling tools.
- Collaborate with research and design teams to ensure visuals and copy are aligned with SACR’s brand.
2. Operations & Admin
- Maintain internal systems including Notion, Google Drive, and process documentation (SOPs).
- Support HR coordination: onboarding documentation, contracts, and system standardization.
- Oversee accounting workflows: book-keeping, invoice tracking, deliverables monitoring, and QuickBooks updates.
- Liaise with external accountants and contractors for smooth financial filing.
- Additional miscellaneous tasks to support the senior leadership team
3. Vendor & Partnership Coordination
- Own and maintain the Partnership Tracker, ensuring all activities are logged and followed up.
- Coordinate sales and partnership calls, including scheduling and note capturing.
- Track active vendor relationships and assist with inbound outreach.
4. Event & Community Support
- Occasionally assist with event logistics, including coordination with speakers, vendors, and attendees.
- Monitor industry engagement and flag relevant news or opportunities for SACR visibility.
Qualifications
Required:
- 2-3 years in a marketing and operations role
- Strong knowledge of Linkedin and Twitter analytics, content creation and scheduling tools
- Strong written communication skills.
- Experience with LinkedIn, Canva, Notion, and Google Workspace.
- Basic knowledge of QuickBooks or willingness to learn.
- Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
Preferred:
- Previous experience managing social media (Linkedin, Twitter) for a company.
- Experience in a startup, content, or research-driven environment.
- Interest in the cybersecurity or tech ecosystem
Why Join SACR
- Work at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation. Package
- Competitive Salary and health benefits package
- Collaborate closely with a high-performing, insight-driven team.
- Gain exposure to research, content strategy, and vendor ecosystems.
- Fully remote and flexible work environment.
How to Apply
Please send your resume, a brief cover letter about your experience, and any relevant portfolio samples to jensyj@softwareanalyst.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis till the position is filled.
Software Analyst Cybersecurity Research
SACR is a modern research and advisory firm built for today’s cybersecurity leaders. We help CISOs, security teams, and founders navigate high-stakes decisions across cloud, identity, AI, data, application security, SOC operations, and beyond.
As cybersecurity challenges continue to expand in scale and complexity, traditional research has struggled to keep up. Insight is often fragmented, categories are unclear, and guidance arrives too late to be useful.
SACR fills that gap.
We deliver timely, focused research that helps leaders make confident decisions early. Our work supports strategic choices around what to adopt, where to invest, and how to respond to change.
Our focus includes:
- Emerging vendors that are shaping new categories
- Architecture shifts taking place in real-world environments
- Threat patterns that indicate early market movement
Our approach combines deep technical analysis with ongoing conversations across the field. We speak directly with the teams building security tools and the teams responsible for evaluating them. This mix of insight ensures our research stays close to what actually drives decisions.
We operate with speed, clarity, and relevance. Our software-enabled workflows allow us to publish research quickly while maintaining depth and quality.
Through briefings, benchmarks, and market maps, SACR helps security leaders take informed action. Whether you are selecting tools, exploring a new space, or trying to understand where the market is heading, we provide the signals that support clear, confident decisions.
Our Unique Approach
Focused on emerging technologies and startups
AI-native from the ground up
Open-access publications
Software-driven research workflows
CISO-led insight shaping every output
Designed for real-world decision-making
Our Research Focus
SOC & Security Operations (SecOps)
We study the modernization of the SOC from data engineering and detection pipelines to AI-driven automation and triage. Our research spans SIEM evolution, AI-SOC architectures, and the emerging ecosystem of platforms powering real-time, context-aware security operations.
Data Security & AI Security
As data and AI models become critical assets, we analyze the rise of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Data Detection & Response, and the new wave of AI Security vendors securing model pipelines and sensitive datasets. Our reports help CISOs and data leaders understand how to protect information across hybrid, SaaS, and generative AI environments.
Cloud & Application Security
We explore the evolution of CNAPP, application security, and AI-integrated workloads. We analyze how cloud-native environments are transforming runtime, shift-left, and code-to-cloud security. Our coverage includes unified vulnerability management, developer-first security, and the future of runtime detection and response.
Identity Security (Human & Non-Human)
Identity is becoming the new network perimeter. We research the entire identity security stack from IAM, IGA, and PAM to the fast-emerging world of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) like service accounts, API keys, and agents.
