CPT Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs

Cybersecurity Analyst CPT jobs require your role to directly support coursework in information security, network defense, or a related field, your DSO must authorize the position before you start. Most qualifying roles involve threat monitoring, vulnerability assessment, or incident response aligned to your degree program.

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Summer Internship-Cybersecurity
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Summer Internship-Cybersecurity
Vulcan Materials Company
Birmingham, Alabama
IT Support & Systems Administration
Business Analysis
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Security Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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General Cybersecurity Intern
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General Cybersecurity Intern
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, Georgia
Cybersecurity
Data Science & Analytics
Security Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Cybersecurity Internship
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Cybersecurity Internship
IDEMIA
Reston, Virginia
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Security Engineering
IT Support
$25/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cybersecurity & Technology Audit Internship
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Cybersecurity & Technology Audit Internship
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Boston, Massachusetts
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Cybersecurity
Audit
Security Engineering
$29 - $31/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cybersecurity Intern
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Cybersecurity Intern
Bass Pro Shops
Springfield, Missouri
Business Analysis
Security Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cybersecurity Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does my cybersecurity coursework have to match my CPT job duties exactly?

Not word-for-word, but the connection must be direct and documentable. Your DSO will evaluate whether duties like threat hunting, SIEM analysis, or penetration testing align with your enrolled courses. A role focused purely on IT helpdesk or hardware support is unlikely to qualify, even within a cybersecurity team. Bring a copy of your job description to your DSO appointment.

Can I do CPT at a cybersecurity consultancy or staffing firm rather than an end-client employer?

CPT authorization is issued for a specific employer of record, not the end client site. If a staffing firm places you at a client's security operations center, your I-20 lists the staffing firm as your employer. Confirm with your DSO that the staffing arrangement is acceptable and that the firm can provide an offer letter detailing your actual cybersecurity duties.

How do I find cybersecurity employers who are comfortable with CPT authorization?

Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with a documented history of sponsoring international students in information security roles. Firms that regularly file DOL Labor Condition Applications for cybersecurity positions already understand work authorization timelines, making the CPT conversation more straightforward than with employers who have no prior experience.

Does using 12 months of full-time CPT disqualify me from OPT later?

Yes. Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS regulations. Part-time CPT of any duration and full-time CPT under 12 months do not affect your OPT. If you're weighing a full-time CPT offer against preserving OPT for post-graduation employment, discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before accepting.

What happens to my CPT authorization if my cybersecurity role changes scope mid-semester?

Your CPT is authorized for a specific position and employer. If your duties shift substantially, such as moving from a defensive security role to offensive red-team work not covered by your original authorization, your DSO may require a new CPT approval and an updated I-20. Notify your DSO before the scope change takes effect, not after.