TENEX.AI · 13 hours ago
Chief of Staff - Head of Technical Program Management
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expTENEX is an AI-native, automation-first Managed Detection and Response provider, seeking a Chief of Staff - Head of Technical Program Management. In this role, you will drive strategic alignment and operational efficiency across technical programs, ensuring successful delivery of the product roadmap while scaling the engineering organization.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySaaS
Responsibilities
Strategic Execution: Partner with the CEO, CTO, and executive team to translate company strategy and vision into actionable technical programs and execution plans
Program Leadership: Oversee the entire portfolio of technical programs, including major product releases, platform scaling initiatives, and security operations automation, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
Operational Excellence: Standardize and optimize Technical Program Management processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms to improve predictability, quality, and velocity across the engineering and product organizations
Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the primary liaison for complex, cross-functional programs, coordinating efforts between Engineering, Product, Sales, and Customer Success to remove roadblocks and manage dependencies
Communications & Reporting: Prepare and present executive-level communications, program status updates, and strategic recommendations to the leadership team and board of directors
Team Growth: Define and scale the Technical Program Management function, including hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team of technical program managers
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in technical program management, engineering leadership, or a Chief of Staff role within a fast-paced technology company
Proven success in defining, launching, and scaling complex software products and engineering programs (preferably SaaS)
Deep understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and tools for project and portfolio management
Strong fundamentals in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering and product delivery
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to influence senior executives and technical teams
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
Preferred
Prior work in cybersecurity (MSSP, MDR, SIEM, EDR, or SOAR)
Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for technical departments
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Background leading teams in high-growth startups or enterprise SaaS
Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, or advanced certifications in Agile/Scrum) are a plus
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Ability to mentor and influence engineering teams
Passion for operational efficiency and delivering business value
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company
TENEX.AI
TENEX.AI is a cybersecurity company that utilizes AI and human expertise to help enterprises protect their digital assets.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$27MKey Investors
Crosspoint Capital PartnersAndreessen Horowitz
2025-09-11Series A· $27M
2025-01-20Seed
Leadership Team
Eric Foster
CEO
Edwin Solis
Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
Recent News
Business Observer
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