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Cybersecurity Engineer CPT roles tie your classroom training in network defense, threat analysis, or security architecture directly to hands-on work authorization. Your DSO must confirm the position is an integral part of your enrolled program before you start, so line up employer documentation early.
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Title: Student Internship, Cybersecurity
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Bearss Operations Center
State and City: Florida - LUTZ
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
The TECO Energy Internship & Cooperative Education Program offers college degree-seeking students the opportunity for professional growth while meeting the business needs of the company. The program is an extension of the educational process, providing practical experience to complement formal classroom work. The co-op program recruits students from colleges to give them an opportunity to work in a professional environment related to their field of study.
Position Summary/Details: This position will be assigned to a team within our IT Security Department, which includes our Cyber Fusion Center, Governance & Risk Team, and Identity & Access Management Team at our Bearss Operations Center.
Accountabilities:
- Provide daily monitoring of IT Security tools and applications. Complete daily monitoring checklist.
- Complete root cause analysis (RCAs) documentation and assist with investigations as needed.
- Assist with the documentation of key cyber security performance and threat/risk metrics.
- Collect and present computer/network-related evidence in support of network vulnerability mitigation.
- Assist with server and network review for current vulnerabilities/patching and AV signature aging.
- Document and update security processes and desk-level procedures for daily operations.
- Assist on projects as necessary that support the maturity of the IT Security Department.
- Assist with daily tasks associated with Identity & Access Management.
Physical Location of Co-op: Bearss Operations Center - 1006 East Bearss Ave, Lutz FL
Working Conditions: Mostly in a normal office environment
Preferred Availability: Part-Time (up to 35 hours)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate-level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline.
Co-Op Requirements:
- To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university’s co-op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co-op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Degree: Cybersecurity or Information Technology.
- Year in School: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student.
A pre-employment drug screening as well as a background check (including employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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Get Access To All JobsCybersecurity Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cybersecurity Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work directly integrates with your enrolled coursework in information security, computer science, or a related field. Your DSO evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title. Roles focused on network defense, penetration testing, security operations, or risk analysis typically satisfy the integral-curriculum requirement when your program includes coursework in those areas.
Can I do CPT at a federal agency or defense contractor as a Cybersecurity Engineer?
You can do CPT at a federal agency or contractor, but many positions in those environments require a security clearance that F-1 students are not eligible to obtain. Always confirm clearance requirements before applying. Unclassified contractor roles and private-sector cybersecurity positions are more accessible and make up the majority of CPT placements in this field.
How do I find Cybersecurity Engineer employers who understand CPT work authorization?
Migrate Mate filters employers by sponsorship history, so you can identify companies that have already worked with international students rather than spending applications on employers unfamiliar with CPT or F-1 authorization. Technology firms, financial institutions, and large healthcare systems are common CPT employers in cybersecurity because they have established HR infrastructure for work authorization.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT exhausts your OPT eligibility entirely, so you would have no OPT available after graduation. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against OPT. If you're planning a 12-month CPT engagement as a Cybersecurity Engineer, discuss the OPT impact with your DSO before accepting the offer.
What job duties should appear in my CPT offer letter for a Cybersecurity Engineer role?
Your offer letter should describe specific technical responsibilities that map to your coursework, such as conducting vulnerability assessments, implementing security controls, analyzing threat intelligence, or supporting incident response workflows. Generic titles without duty descriptions are often rejected by DSOs. Ask your employer to include the tools, systems, and methodologies you'll work with so the academic connection is explicit.