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