Company Overview:

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 MDR landscape.

We’re a fast growing startup backed by industry experts and top tier investor Andreessen Horowitz. 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: This is a hybrid opportunity based in Overland Park, KS

We are looking for an exceptional and strategic marketing manager to establish, scale, and guide our marketing function within a high-growth, mission-driven organization. As the Events & Social Media Marketing Manager, reporting directly to the VP of Marketing, this role will serve as a key strategic advisor to the sales and revenue teams, playing a pivotal role in driving growth, retention, campaign creation, and most importantly qualified lead generation. This is a foundational hire, perfect for a marketer who excels in zero-to-one environments and is eager to build something meaningful.

Job Responsibilities:

• Event Strategy & Execution (Primary Focus):

  • Own the end-to-end strategy, planning, and execution for all Tenex events, including major industry tradeshows, regional field events, executive VIP dinners, customer summits, and virtual experiences, ensuring alignment with sales pipeline and revenue goals.

  • Develop and manage the annual event calendar and budget, meticulously tracking all expenditures and forecasting resource needs for large-scale and high-impact initiatives.

  • Lead all logistical planning, including venue sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, booth design/production, staffing schedules, A/V, F&B, and onsite execution for seamless event delivery (leveraging expertise in managing 11,000+ attendee conferences).

  • Build and optimize scalable event playbooks, briefing documentation, and execution frameworks to ensure consistency, maximize operational efficiency, and provide clear visibility across the organization.

• Pipeline & Revenue Alignment:

  • Partner closely with Sales and Customer Success leadership to define event goals, create account segmentation plans, and strengthen customer/prospect engagement through tailored event experiences.

  • Implement coordinated pre- and post-event outreach strategies to maximize in-booth engagement, meeting scheduling, and opportunity creation.

  • Develop and manage the sponsorship and exhibitor strategy, including securing partners and building custom activation packages to drive partner revenue and value.

• Content & Brand Storytelling:

  • Serve as a key contributor to event-related content, working with PMM and Product teams to create tailored event messaging, presentation materials, and promotional collateral that simplify technical cybersecurity concepts and elevate product value.

  • Develop compelling narrative arcs and creative differentiation strategies for events to ensure Tenex stands out in competitive markets.

• Social Media & Digital Engagement:

  • Manage the strategy and execution of event-related social media campaigns to drive attendance, expand brand reach, and boost digital engagement pre-, during, and post-event (leveraging experience in achieving 100-150% growth in digital engagement).

  • Produce and post content across relevant social channels, ensuring consistent messaging and brand voice in support of event and lead generation initiatives.

• Measurement, Reporting, & Optimization:

  • Manage event ROI reporting and attribution modeling using platforms like Salesforce and relevant event tech (e.g., Hubspot, Sprout, etc).

  • Track key performance indicators, including leads generated, pipeline sourced/influenced, cost per opportunity, and MQL performance.

  • Deliver executive-level post-event analyses, providing insights and data-driven recommendations to optimize future event strategy, resource allocation, and overall event ROI.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive marketing experience, with a focus on Enterprise B2B SaaS and product marketing (cybersecurity strongly preferred).

• 5+ years of deep expertise in end-to-end event and experiential marketing, including high-impact tradeshows, customer summits, executive events, and sponsorship ecosystems.

• Proven track record in driving qualified lead generation, growth marketing, and campaign management that directly contributes to revenue growth and pipeline acceleration.

• Exceptional skills in event ROI Reporting & Attribution Analysis, with demonstrable experience using data to track leads, pipeline sourced/influenced, and optimize event spend (proficiency with tools like Salesforce and Tableau).

• Knowledge of in-event technology and CRM platforms including Cvent, RainFocus, Wrike, Exhibit Force, and Salesforce.

• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and content creation skills, with the ability to simplify technical concepts into clear, engaging marketing materials and event narratives.

• Demonstrated success in developing and managing event social media strategy to drive event attendance and digital engagement growth.

• Strong operational excellence with experience managing large-scale budgets, complex vendor relationships, and detailed logistics planning for 1000+ attendee events.

• Outstanding cross-functional collaboration skills (Sales, Customer Success, Brand, Product) with a history of driving coordinated pre- and post-event customer/prospect outreach.

• Strong analytical mindset with a history of using data-driven decision-making to optimize marketing spend and performance.

• Travel requirements, including industry events or lead generation initiatives, are possible.

This role offers the opportunity to lead an emerging category, shape strategy, and narrative at a pivotal stage of scale, with strong financial backing and strategic investor support.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Why Join Us?

• 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.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• A culture of growth and development, with opportunities to expand your knowledge in AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.