CPT IT Analyst Jobs
IT Analyst CPT jobs let F-1 students apply systems analysis, database management, and IT infrastructure skills to real employer environments while remaining enrolled. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must directly tie to your degree program, making job title and course alignment critical from day one.
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The Auburn University Cybersecurity team protects, detects, and responds to cyber activity, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability to the University’s data and systems. The Cybersecurity Analyst Internship will primarily focus on Security Operations Center activities while assisting the Cybersecurity Program with various projects and activities. We mentor, train, and prepare you for a successful career beyond the classroom. While focusing on detection and response activities in the SOC, the Internship will have the opportunity to shadow other cybersecurity professionals focused on network, system, and cloud security. The internship also provides opportunities to support the development of the Cybersecurity team’s next phase of artificial intelligence-enabled capabilities within the Security Operations Center, including exposure to AI-driven security tools, workflows, and security considerations.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and triaging alerts with detection and monitoring tools, responding to Tier 1 cybersecurity incidents, and escalating as needed.
- Complete a required summer project or summer subproject assigned within the first few weeks of the internship, aligned to Security Operations Center priorities and the intern’s interests.
- Assist with the evaluation, testing, or refinement of AI enabled security tools and processes used within the SOC.
- Document security procedures, incident response activities, or project outcomes to support operational maturity and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with full-time cybersecurity staff and other interns in a team-based SOC environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled student at Auburn University.
- Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Design, Computer Programming, and Information Systems Management majors.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
PAY RANGE: USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
- Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
- Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
- Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
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It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
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Get Access To All JobsIT Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Analyst role qualify for CPT authorization?
It depends on whether the role connects directly to your degree program's curriculum. An IT Analyst position typically qualifies for students in information systems, computer science, or information technology programs because the work integrates systems analysis and database skills taught in coursework. Your DSO makes the final determination based on how you document that connection in your authorization request.
Can I do CPT at a company that has never hired an F-1 student before?
Yes. CPT authorization is issued by your school, not the employer, so the employer doesn't need prior F-1 experience. The employer does need to provide a written offer letter with your start date, end date, and job duties. Some smaller IT employers are unfamiliar with CPT but will cooperate once you walk them through what they need to provide. Migrate Mate can help you find employers with existing work authorization experience.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes, if you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you become ineligible for OPT after graduation. Part-time CPT of 20 hours or fewer per week doesn't count toward that limit. Many F-1 students in IT Analyst roles structure their CPT as part-time to preserve OPT, especially if they plan to pursue STEM OPT extension after graduating.
What documents do I need before starting an IT Analyst CPT role?
You need a new I-20 with the CPT authorization listed before your first day of work. Your I-20 must show the employer name, CPT start date, and end date. Working without an authorized I-20 is a status violation regardless of whether the employer has verified your eligibility through E-Verify. Keep copies of your offer letter and DSO correspondence in case your employer requests documentation.
How do I find IT Analyst positions where employers understand CPT?
Search for IT Analyst roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with Labor Condition Application filing history. Companies that have previously filed LCAs for IT roles are familiar with work authorization processes and are less likely to rescind offers once they understand CPT requirements. You can also filter by location to match the prevailing wage area to your school's authorized CPT region.