TENEX

Technology

ForwardDeployedSecurityArchitect

$175–235k ~AI est. Kansas City, Missouri, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Forward Deployed Security Architect at TENEX. Skills: Security architecture, Advisory engagements, AI Security, Cloud Security. Design security architectures. Validate security architectures”

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years in information security, Demonstrated expertise designing security architectures, Experience leading executive-level advisory engagements, Track record of partnering with sales teams, Proven mentorship and team leadership experience

Nice to Have

CISSP certification, CISM certification, GIAC certifications, Google Cloud Professional certification, Microsoft SC-200 certification, Microsoft AZ-500 certification, AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification

What You'll Do.

Design security architectures

Validate security architectures

Make tool selection recommendations

Make integration recommendations

Make configuration recommendations

Lead higher-stakes advisory engagements

Conduct board briefings

Conduct security roadmap presentations

Conduct BC/DR reviews

Conduct vendor risk assessments

Serve as senior technical escalation point

Partner with Field CISOs

Identify reusable patterns

Contribute to team methodology

Contribute to team playbooks

Support pre-sales technical conversations

Support solution scoping

Mentor Security Solution Engineers

Contribute to SE&A team growth

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Executive-level relationships; Strategic security planning

Communication Scope

Customer-facing communication; Board briefings; Roadmap presentations; Executive-level communication

Process & Methodology

Roadmap development

Full Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW: TENEX is an AI-native, automation-first, built-for-scale Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider. We are a force multiplier for defenders, helping organizations enhance their cybersecurity posture through advanced threat detection, rapid response, and continuous protection. Our team is composed of industry experts with deep experience in cybersecurity, automation and AI-driven solutions. Backed by leading investors, we are rapidly growing and seeking top talent to join our mission of revolutionizing the AI-Native MDR landscape. We’re a fast growing startup backed by industry experts and top tier investors led by Crosspoint Capital Partners and also backed by Shield Capital, DTCP (formerly Deutsche Telekom Capital Partners), Deepwork Capital, and the Florida Opportunity Fund. Seed round led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). As an early employee, you’ll play a meaningful role in defining and building our culture. Get in on the ground floor. We’re a small but well-funded team that just raised a substantial round – joining now comes with limited risk and unlimited upside. Culture is one of the most important things at TENEX.AI http://TENEX.AI—explore our culture deck at culture.tenex.ai http://culture.tenex.ai to witness how we embody it, prioritizing the irreplaceable collaboration and community of in-person work. This role is perfect for those already in the Phoenix AZ, Sarasota, FL or Kansas City, MO metro area, or eager to join us. Immerse yourself in a high-performance environment built on integrity, innovation, and a relentless drive to protect our customers. ABOUT THE ROLE As a FDE Security Solution Architect at TENEX, you design security architectures, lead high-stakes advisory engagements, and serve as the senior technical escalation point for the SE&A team across one or more assigned security domains. You are a force multiplier — elevating the team's technical quality while maintaining deep hands-on expertise. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - All re

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