About the job
Oklo Inc. seeks an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to guide and protect the company’s technology environment. This position is open to candidates in Santa Clara, CA or those working remotely.
Role overview
The ISSM reports to the Senior Manager of IT and Cyber, leading the development and improvement of Oklo’s information security program. Daily responsibilities focus on maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. Regulatory compliance is central to the role, with particular attention to NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, and Department of Energy export control requirements under 10 CFR Part 810.
This leadership role combines hands-on technical work with compliance oversight. The ISSM works closely with IT, engineering, legal, and compliance teams to ensure secure system design, operational security, and audit readiness. The work environment supports advanced nuclear energy innovation and moves quickly.
Key responsibilities
- Act as the primary authority overseeing the security of Oklo’s information systems.
- Implement, maintain, and improve security controls in accordance with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171.
- Integrate security requirements into system design, configuration, and operations for both on-premises and cloud-based systems.
- Apply, assess, and remediate system configurations using security baselines and hardening guidelines such as DISA STIGs and CIS Benchmarks, ensuring secure and compliant setups across servers, endpoints, and cloud resources.
- Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to support secure operations and maintain regulatory compliance.
