CPT Network Security Analyst Jobs
Network Security Analyst CPT roles let F-1 students apply threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and security operations work directly to their degree curriculum. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start, and the work must tie to a specific course or program requirement, part-time CPT (under 20 hours weekly) keeps your full-time enrollment intact.
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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 Security Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Security Analyst role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your curriculum and your school authorizes it. Network Security Analyst duties, threat analysis, vulnerability scanning, incident response, connect directly to computer science, cybersecurity, and information systems degree programs. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring the job description and a course connection statement to the authorization meeting.
Can I do CPT at a security firm that requires a clearance investigation?
You can start the CPT role before a clearance investigation completes, but many positions requiring Secret or Top Secret clearances are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Confirm the clearance requirement with the employer upfront. Roles focused on commercial security operations, SOC work, or unclassified network infrastructure typically don't have the same restriction and are accessible to F-1 students.
How do I find Network Security Analyst employers who hire CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified visa filing history in security and technology occupations, which signals openness to work-authorized hires including CPT. Filter by role and location to identify companies that have consistently hired in this space. Pair that with OFLC Wage Search data for the relevant SOC code to assess whether the employer's offers are competitive before you apply.
Does part-time CPT as a Network Security Analyst affect my OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation for continued security work or H-1B visa cap-gap coverage, keep CPT authorizations at part-time.
What should the job description include for my DSO to approve CPT in a security analyst role?
Your DSO needs to see that the work is tied to your degree program, not just related to technology broadly. The job description should name specific technical duties, log analysis, network monitoring, penetration testing support, or incident response, and those duties should map to courses you're enrolled in or completing. A generic 'IT support' description without security-specific language will likely be rejected.