CPT Network Analyst Jobs
Network Analyst jobs on CPT let you apply classroom network architecture and security concepts to real enterprise environments while your DSO authorizes each placement as part of your degree plan. Roles typically involve LAN/WAN administration, traffic monitoring, and incident response, making them a strong curricular fit for computer science, information systems, and network engineering programs.
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The Linux Systems & Automation Engineering Intern will assist with building, configuring, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure. The intern will work alongside senior engineers on system provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational tooling. This role is intended for candidates with strong technical fundamentals who want hands-on experience with production systems and automation workflows. It is also intended as a pipeline for future full-time Systems Engineering or DevOps roles. High-performing interns may be considered for extended internships or full-time offers.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Linux Systems Engineering:
- Assist with Linux server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Participate in OS hardening, patching, and baseline configuration development.
- Help maintain system documentation, runbooks, and deployment standards.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash).
- Contribute to configuration management workflows (Ansible, cloud-init, Terraform, etc.).
- Build repeatable deployment templates for bare metal and virtual systems.
Monitoring & Operations:
- Assist with monitoring and telemetry systems (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, OpenSearch).
- Analyze logs and metrics to support troubleshooting and reliability improvements.
- Participate in incident reviews and root-cause analysis exercises.
Software & Tooling Development:
- Write internal tools and utilities to improve engineering workflows.
- Use Git for version control and contribute via pull requests and code reviews.
- Participate in design discussions and technical reviews with senior engineers.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Strong understanding of Linux fundamentals (filesystem, permissions, processes, networking).
- Experience with scripting or programming (Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar).
- Familiarity with Git and basic software development workflows.
- Strong written documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with containers (Docker) or orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with configuration management tools.
- Exposure to virtualization (VMware, KVM).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-prem automation frameworks.
- Personal homelab, open-source contributions, or GitHub portfolio.
To view our competitive benefits, click here!
Joining Nsight:
Our family of companies provides complete telecommunications services, including wireless and fiber-based services to residential and business customers, along with tower erection and maintenance services in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our commitment to customer service, local philanthropic efforts and green initiatives makes us an employer of choice in the state of Wisconsin. We like to hire people looking to grow with an organization and those who are excited about the ever-changing telecommunications industry.
Nsight is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. This is a drug-free workplace.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@nsight.com.
Job Summary:
The Linux Systems & Automation Engineering Intern will assist with building, configuring, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure. The intern will work alongside senior engineers on system provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational tooling. This role is intended for candidates with strong technical fundamentals who want hands-on experience with production systems and automation workflows. It is also intended as a pipeline for future full-time Systems Engineering or DevOps roles. High-performing interns may be considered for extended internships or full-time offers.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Linux Systems Engineering:
- Assist with Linux server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Participate in OS hardening, patching, and baseline configuration development.
- Help maintain system documentation, runbooks, and deployment standards.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash).
- Contribute to configuration management workflows (Ansible, cloud-init, Terraform, etc.).
- Build repeatable deployment templates for bare metal and virtual systems.
Monitoring & Operations:
- Assist with monitoring and telemetry systems (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, OpenSearch).
- Analyze logs and metrics to support troubleshooting and reliability improvements.
- Participate in incident reviews and root-cause analysis exercises.
Software & Tooling Development:
- Write internal tools and utilities to improve engineering workflows.
- Use Git for version control and contribute via pull requests and code reviews.
- Participate in design discussions and technical reviews with senior engineers.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Strong understanding of Linux fundamentals (filesystem, permissions, processes, networking).
- Experience with scripting or programming (Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar).
- Familiarity with Git and basic software development workflows.
- Strong written documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with containers (Docker) or orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with configuration management tools.
- Exposure to virtualization (VMware, KVM).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-prem automation frameworks.
- Personal homelab, open-source contributions, or GitHub portfolio.
To view our competitive benefits, click here!
Joining Nsight:
Our family of companies provides complete telecommunications services, including wireless and fiber-based services to residential and business customers, along with tower erection and maintenance services in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our commitment to customer service, local philanthropic efforts and green initiatives makes us an employer of choice in the state of Wisconsin. We like to hire people looking to grow with an organization and those who are excited about the ever-changing telecommunications industry.
Nsight is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. This is a drug-free workplace.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@nsight.com.
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Get Access To All JobsNetwork Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Analyst role qualify as an integral part of my curriculum for CPT?
It qualifies if your school can document a direct connection between the job duties and your program requirements. Network Analyst roles involve skills like routing protocols, network security, and traffic analysis, which align closely with coursework in computer networks, cybersecurity, or information systems. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring the job description to them and ask which course or requirement it satisfies.
Can I work as a Network Analyst on CPT before I complete all my core networking courses?
Yes, CPT can run concurrently with coursework rather than after it. Many programs authorize CPT as a co-op or internship credit while you're still enrolled. The key is that the role must be tied to a current or upcoming course in your degree plan, not a course you completed two years ago.
How do I find Network Analyst employers who are familiar with CPT authorization?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with a history of hiring international students in technical roles, so you can focus on companies whose HR teams already understand F-1 work authorization. Enterprise IT departments at established firms tend to have clearer onboarding processes for CPT students than early-stage startups.
Does working as a Network Analyst on CPT affect my STEM OPT eligibility later?
CPT itself doesn't affect STEM OPT eligibility, but the 12-month full-time CPT rule matters. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT across all employers, you lose your standard OPT entirely, which also eliminates the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT of any duration doesn't count against this threshold.
What job duties should a Network Analyst offer letter include to satisfy DSO requirements?
Your offer letter should specify technical duties the DSO can map to your coursework, such as configuring and monitoring LAN/WAN infrastructure, analyzing network performance data, supporting cybersecurity protocols, or documenting network topology. Generic titles like 'IT support' are harder to authorize. Ask the employer to use O*NET's Network and Computer Systems Administrators description as a reference when drafting the letter.