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Director, IT

Tenex · Kansas City, MO SOC · Remote

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About Tenex

Unlock Real Estate Operational Excellence. Backed by 500 Global.

About the role

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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8+ years of experience in IT operations or corporate IT, with at least 3 years in a management or director-level leadership role
  • Proven experience leading and developing IT administrators or similar technical teams
  • Deep hands-on experience with identity and access management (e.g., Okta, Entra ID, Google Workspace), endpoint management (e.g., Jamf, Intune, Kandji), and SaaS administration
  • Strong vendor management, budgeting, and procurement skills
  • Experience operating IT controls in an environment audited against a recognized framework such as SOC 2 or ISO 27001
More about this role

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 —explore our culture deck at culture.tenex.ai to...

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