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Tenable® is the exposure management company, exposing and closing the cybersecurity gaps that erode business value, reputation and trust. The company’s AI-powered exposure management platform radically unifies security visibility, insight and action across the attack surface, equipping modern organizations to protect against attacks from IT infrastructure to cloud environments to critical infrastructure and everywhere in between. By protecting enterprises from security exposure, Tenable reduces business risk for over 40,000 customers around the globe. Learn more at tenable.com. read more
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Tenable Company Culture

Tenable Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
Choice Employer
A+
4.9/5

Top Rated Culture Dimensions

Tenable CEO

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Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz Tenable's CEO
Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz
92 /100

Diversity at Tenable

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A+

Diverse employees at Tenable have rated Happiness, Executive Team, and Team as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Tenable

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A+

Women at Tenable have rated Happiness, Team, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored

Tenable eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
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Recommend to a Friend?

70

Tenable employees are 70% more likely to recommend Tenable as a great place to work

77%Promoters
16%Passives
7%Detractors

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Working at Tenable

Working at Tenable is rated highly by 622 employees, across various culture dimensions. Tenable employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Environment categories, putting Tenable’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 5% compared to other companies in Washington, DC. See below in detail how working at Tenable was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Tenable

A+

Overall Company Culture at Tenable is rated A+

Last updated 6 days ago

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5%

Tenable ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 622 Employees

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Business Dev
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Business Dev94
Customer Success
91
Customer Success91
Design
91
Design91
Finance
91
Finance91
Communications
90
Communications90
HR
90
HR90
Admin
89
Admin89
Customer Support
88
Customer Support88
IT
88
IT88
Sales
88
Sales88
Marketing
87
Marketing87
Legal
85
Legal85
Engineering
84
Engineering84
Product
84
Product84
Operations
83
Operations83

Tenable Employee Reviews

Out of 2858 Tenable employee reviews, 97% were positive. The remaining 3% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Tenable improve their work culture.

97%
3%
Positive Reviews97%
Constructive Feedback3%

Positive Reviews From Tenable Employees

  • What do you like best about the leadership team?
    They are very communicative. They also seem very invested to produce long term growth and sustainability and understand the steps it takes, the decisions to make, to get there.
    Posted a month ago
  • What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
    One Tenable - we all truly care for each other and our customers
  • What are some of the best things about your team?
    They are smart and care about making an impact, as part of a team. And realize that this is a team sport.

Constructive Feedback From Tenable Employees

  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    They don't pay out accrued time off if you leave or are let go.

Tenable Company Information

Tenable Company Overview

Tenable® is the exposure management company, exposing and closing the cybersecurity gaps that erode business value, reputation and trust. The company’s AI-powered exposure management platform radically unifies security visibility, insight and action across the attack surface, equipping modern organizations to protect against attacks from IT infrastructure to cloud environments to critical infrastructure and everywhere in between. By protecting enterprises from security exposure, Tenable reduces business risk for over 40,000 customers around the globe. Learn more at tenable.com.

Tenable was founded in 2002 and its current CEO is Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz. Since its inception 24 years ago, Tenable has grown to 2000 employees.

Tenable Mission, Vision & Values

Tenable Mission Statement

We believe every business has the right to pursue its ambitions free from security worry. This is why we dedicate ourselves to isolating and eradicating the cyber exposures that hold organizations back. We don’t just do exposure management, we set the standard.

Tenable Vision Statement

We empower organizations to understand and reduce cyber risk.

Tenable Values

  • One Tenable: We work together and we win together. We are all part of one Tenable team - employees, customers, partners and stakeholders.
  • Deliver Results: We set high goals, take bold risks, measure honestly and deliver results that exceed expectations.
  • We Care: We are committed to our work, our customers, our colleagues and our communities. We speak candidly and always do the right thing.
  • What We Do Matters: The work we do makes a difference in the world.

Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Tenable

We care deeply about the places where we live and work and recognize that we play a role in making our communities better.

Our Green Initiatives mission is to align our collective dedication to the environment with our corporate sustainability strategy, ensuring that Tenable remains a leader in innovation and positioning ourselves as a leader in ecological responsibility.

We're a company that embraces the We Care core value, and we look to make a positive difference in everything that we do - in our work, with our customers, with our colleagues and in our communities. We empower our employees to give back, and most importantly, give back together. To empower and inspire our employees to make a difference in their communities, we offer Tenable CARES, our charitable giving, company match and volunteerism program. Additionally, each employee is given one day paid leave per year to participate in volunteer activities or to support a charitable organization of their choice.

Headquarter6100 Merriweather Drive, 12th Floor
Columbia, MD 21044
United States of America
Websitewww.tenable.com
Founding Date2002
Tel+1 (410) 872-0555
Company StatusPublic
StockTENB
Jobswww.tenable.com/careers
Social Sites
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  • We support our employees, so that they can support other people, their communities and the causes that are close to their hearts. Tenable CARES, our charitable giving, company match and volunteerism program, empowers our employees and helps make it easier to find ways to give back - and give back together! #onetenable #TenableCARES
  • We define ourselves not just by what we do, but also by the values that guide us. From how we treat colleagues to our commitment to partners and customers, the #OneTenable spirit unites us all. Hear why it's not only great to work at Tenable, but why it's great to #GrowWithTenable.
  • What you’re about to see here is all real Tenable employees. Take it from our team: “It's not just about the wins; it's about the pride, the passion, and the unwavering dedication to being the best. That’s what delivers results. The same winning spirit that fuels our passions makes the impossible seem routine. Together as One Tenable, we will always win.”

Tenable Employees

Tenable has 2000 employees. 622 employees at Tenable have reviewed Tenable across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 6 days ago.

Overall, the 622 Tenable employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Tenable are extremely happy with their total compensation at Tenable, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Tenable are extremely happy with their team. 622 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Tenable are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Tenable believe the environment at Tenable is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Tenable is comfortably fast. About 61% of the employees at Tenable work 8 hours or less, while 2% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.

Overall, the employees at Tenable are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Tenable employees generally work 8.9 hrs a day
Work Hours
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Employees at Tenable report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
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On a typical day, employees at Tenable have 3 meetings
Meetings
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97% of Tenable employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Tenable employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
92% of Tenable employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
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Tenable employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
95% of Tenable employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Tenable - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Tenable is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Tenable employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 88% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Tenable KPIs and OKRs

At Tenable 50% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Tenable's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 342 Tenable employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 330 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes96%
No4%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
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Yes50%
No50%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Tenable CEO & Leadership

Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz Tenable's CEO
92 /100

Tenable CEO Awards and Recognitions

Best CEOs 2024 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs 2023 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs for Diversity 2023 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs 2022 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs for Diversity 2022 (Large Companies)

Tenable’s CEO Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz started in this role in 2025. Mark’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Washington, DC. With a high CEO score, Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz has won the Best CEOs in 2024. In addition, Mark has garnered Best CEOs for Diversity in 2023 specifically for Diversity, making Tenable’s CEO one of the top rated CEOs by diverse employees. Tenable’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Design department, employees in the HR department, and employees in the Sales department. However, employees with the company for 1 to 2 Years, Non-Binary employees, and employees with the company for 2 to 5 Years have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Under Thurmond and Steve Vintz’s leadership, Tenable employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Environment. Professional Development and Work Culture are two areas, according to respondents, where Tenable could stand to see real improvement.

Tenable Leadership

The Tenable Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz, Co-Chief Executive Officer Steve Vintz, and Co-Chief Executive Officer Mark Thurmond

  • Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz  CEO / President

    Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz CEO / President

    Mark Thurmond Co-chief executive officer Mark Thurmond is an accomplished technology industry veteran with deep... read more

  • Steve Vintz Co-Chief Executive Officer

    Steve Vintz is an accomplished executive with more than 25 years of financial, operational and strategic planning... read more

  • Mark Thurmond Co-Chief Executive Officer

    Mark Thurmond is an accomplished technology industry veteran with deep go-to-market experience leading global sales and... read more

  • Robert Huber Chief Security Officer

    Robert Huber, Tenable’s chief security officer, head of research and president of Tenable Public Sector, LLC, oversees... read more

  • Meg O'Leary Chief Marketing Officer

    Meg O’Leary has more than two decades of marketing and communications experience. She has built powerhouse brands for... read more

  • Bridgett Paradise Chief People and Culture Officer

    Bridgett Paradise, Tenable’s chief people and culture officer, brings more than 20 years of experience to her role. She... read more

  • Michelle VonderHarr Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel

    Michelle VonderHaar, chief legal officer and general counsel, leads Tenable’s global legal organization. Michelle has 30... read more

  • Patricia Grant Chief Information Officer

    Patricia Grant, Tenable’s chief information officer, leads the IT organization to drive digital transformation,... read more

  • Terry Dolce Executive Vice President, Operations and Global Business Development and Channels

    Terry Dolce, executive vice president, operations, global business development and channels, is responsible for... read more

Diversity & Inclusion at Tenable

Diverse employees at Tenable score the company 87/100 across various culture categories, placing Tenable in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Tenable across various culture dimensions.

Engagement and Inclusion at Tenable is not just a commitment but a catalyst for cultivating a workplace where every individual's unique strengths contribute to a culture of innovation, belonging, and community impact. Through many voices and united purpose, we create an Inclusive culture at Tenable. ,,Our mission aligns all initiatives with the Workforce, Workplace, and Community pillars to enhance our overall employee value proposition. It emphasizes that an inclusive culture fosters employee engagement, fuels innovation, and yields outstanding business results. At Tenable, we strive to be a career destination where employees from all backgrounds can do their best work. For more information on our commitment to engagement and inclusion, please see our stories from employees and leadership alike at https://www.tenable.com/about-tenable/engagement-and-inclusion

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 91/100
Department - Finance
Men 94/100
Department - Business Development
Diverse Employees 95/100
Department - Design

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women 81/100
Department - Engineering
Men 56/100
Tenure - 2 to 5 Years
Diverse Employees 50/100
Tenure - 2 to 5 Years

Tenable Perks & Benefits

Our comprehensive and modern benefits offerings include resources for parenthood journeys, caregiver support, physical fitness and mental wellness.

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Office Perks

  • Company Social Outings
  • Legal Assistance
  • Work From Home Policy
  • Unique Office Space

Tenable PTO

Tenable's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Tenable's 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 33% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Tenable's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time67%
Vacation Policy33%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No100%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
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$2500+/mo50%
$1500 - $2500/mo25%
$1000 -$1500/mo25%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
Less than $500/mo0%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

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Candidates By Department

All Industries
75%
Customer Support
25%

Candidates By Location

Washington
75%
Rogers
25%

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Tenable

What is Tenable address?

Tenable location is at 6100 Merriweather Drive, 12th Floor

Who is the CEO of Tenable?

Tenable CEO is Mark Thurmond and Steve Vintz, their score by employees is 92

What is Tenable eNPS?

The eNPS for Tenable is 70

How many employees work in Tenable?

Tenable has 2000 employees

What are the benefits at Tenable?

Tenable perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PTO / Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity / Paternity Leave, 401K / Retirement Plan, Performance Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Company Social Outings, Legal Assistance, Work From Home Policy & Unique Office Space

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