Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TENEX is an AI-native, automation-first Managed Detection and Response provider focused on advanced threat detection, rapid response, and continuous cybersecurity protection. The Senior Technical Program Manager will lead complex AI-native security programs, coordinating AI research, engineering, and security operations while managing AI deployment, risks, governance, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of complex technical programs, ensuring alignment between AI research, engineering, and security detection teams to meet critical product milestones
- Establish and manage the frameworks for scaling AI-driven security capabilities, from prototype development to production-grade deployment and ongoing lifecycle management
- Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks across distributed teams, ensuring seamless integration of AI models within the MDR pipeline
- Define program management best practices for AI projects, ensuring that security, compliance, and performance standards are met throughout the development lifecycle
- Bridge the gap between highly technical AI researchers/engineers and executive stakeholders, translating complex technical hurdles into clear business outcomes and actionable roadmaps
Skills
- Strong understanding of the cybersecurity domain, including threat intelligence, SIEM/SOAR integration, and security operations (SecOps) workflows
- 5+ years of experience in technical program management, with a proven track record of delivering large-scale AI or ML initiatives from concept to production
- Ability to engage deeply with engineering teams on architectural decisions, particularly regarding LLM deployment, model performance, and data infrastructure
- Experience building scalable processes in high-growth startup environments, balancing the need for speed with the necessity of technical stability and security
- Exceptional ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority and to clearly communicate technical strategy to non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field
- CISSP or other cybersecurity certifications are a significant plus
Benefits
- Hybrid work model in San Jose, CA or Kansas City, KS.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-driven cybersecurity technologies and Google SecOps solutions.
- Collaborate with a talented and innovative team focused on continuously improving security operations.
- A culture of growth and development, with opportunities to expand your knowledge in AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
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