Administrative Assistant

TENEX.AI

14d • Onsite

About The Position

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 witness how we embody it, prioritizing the irreplaceable collaboration and community of in-person work.
Location: We prefer this person to sit in our Scottsdale AZ office
The Opportunity
Are you a master of organized chaos? Do you pride yourself on being three steps ahead of everyone else? We are a fast-growing startup looking for a high-energy, proactive Executive Administrative Assistant to act as the backbone of our leadership team.
In this role, you won’t just be "managing calendars"—you’ll be the gatekeeper and strategic partner to our C-Suite, ensuring our executives can focus on scaling the business while you handle the mission-critical details of our daily operations.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience supporting senior executives, preferably in a fast-paced startup or tech environment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Drive).
• Elite time management skills and the ability to prioritize a massive to-do list without dropping the ball.
• Adaptability to pivot when plans change in a scaling company environment.
• Discretion to handle sensitive company and personnel information with the utmost confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage complex, high-volume calendars for the C-Suite, resolving scheduling conflicts and ensuring every meeting has an agenda.
• Coordinate end-to-end domestic and international travel, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation, often with last-minute changes.
• Utilize the full Google Business Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) to create reports, manage shared filing systems, and keep the team synchronized.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, representing the executive team with a polished, helpful, and professional attitude.
• Help build the "playbook" for our scaling operations, including expense reporting, organizing team off-sites, and investor meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed