Forward Deployed Data Architect

TENEX.AI; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity for growth in AI and cybersecurity

Job summary

TENEX.AI in Overland Park, Kansas is seeking an FDE Security Solution Architect to set the technical direction for detection content engineering. You will own the architecture for scaling detection content, integrations, and playbooks across platforms.

Key responsibilities include defining content strategies, mentoring engineers, and addressing technical challenges. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in detection engineering are required, along with strong scripting skills. Join us to innovate in cybersecurity and AI technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in detection engineering and/or content architecture with SIEM platform expertise.
• Strong scripting and development skills (Python, cloud functions, APIs).
• Experience leading platform content roadmaps with AI-assisted tooling.

Responsibilities

• Define the content architecture strategy across platforms.
• Lead platform-specific content roadmaps aligned to customer targets.
• Mentor Security Solution Engineers and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Detection engineering

Content architecture

SIEM platform expertise

Scripting (Python)

REST API integrations

Problem-solving

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

Job description

TENEX is an AI-native, automation-first Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider focused on advanced threat detection and rapid response.

About The Role

As an FDE Security Solution Architect — SIEM/SOAR, you set the technical direction for TENEX's content engineering practice. You own the architecture of how detection content, parsers, playbooks, and integrations are built and scaled across platforms. You are the escalation point, the quality standard, and the force multiplier for the Security Solution Engineers — SIEM/SOAR team.

Job Responsibilities

• All responsibilities of a Security Solution Engineer — SIEM/SOAR, at greater scale and complexity
• Define the content architecture strategy across platforms — detection frameworks, parser standards, playbook taxonomy, and dashboard design
• Lead platform-specific content roadmaps (Google SecOps, Sentinel, AWS) aligned to customer coverage targets
• Serve as the senior technical escalation point for all Security Solution Engineer — SIEM/SOAR technical challenges — including parsers, detection logic, SOAR automation, API integrations, and custom scripting
• Partner with the FDE and SE&A teams to translate customer‑specific findings into reusable, scalable content
• Evaluate new data sources, integrations, and vendor partnerships for content expansion
• Drive adoption of AI‑assisted content generation tooling and establish quality review standards
• Mentor Security Solution Engineers — SIEM/SOAR and contribute to hiring and technical growth of the team

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical & Industry Expertise

• 5+ years in detection engineering and/or content architecture with SIEM platform expertise
• Demonstrated expertise defining content strategy and architecture across multiple SIEM platforms (Google SecOps, Sentinel, and/or others)
• Deep proficiency in detection logic, parser development, SOAR automation, and REST API integrations
• Experience leading platform content roadmaps and driving adoption of AI‑assisted content tooling
• Strong scripting and development skills (Python, cloud functions, APIs)
• Track record of mentoring engineers and elevating team technical standards
• Experience translating cross‑customer needs into scalable, reusable content

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills with a bias toward action
• Excellent customer‑facing communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑performance startup environment
• Passion for cybersecurity, automation, and continuous improvement

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC certifications, Google Cloud Professional, Microsoft SC‑200/AZ‑500, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are a plus

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge AI‑driven cybersecurity technologies and next‑generation security platforms
• Collaborate with a talented and innovative team focused on continuously improving security operations
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A culture of growth and development, with opportunities to expand your expertise in AI, cybersecurity, and engineering
• Be part of building something new — TENEX's Forward Deployed Engineering organization is a greenfield opportunity to define how enterprise security is delivered at scale