CPT Security Engineer Jobs
Security Engineer CPT roles let F-1 students apply network defense, vulnerability assessment, and incident response skills in a real work environment while enrolled. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start, and the work must connect directly to your degree program's learning objectives.
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Interns at the Rock Family of Companies gain priceless hands-on experience. Here, they learn how it feels to be in the workplace, participate in events and become a valuable member of our team.
Responsibilities
- Learn about our business by attending meetings, huddles and trainings
- Share creative ideas that will help improve our business
- Deliver reports, analyze metrics and summarize information to help drive our team forward
- Assist in creating materials and/or presentations for meetings
- Take notes during meetings and provide recaps
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Self-directed approach
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
DISCLAIMER
This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group.
JOB SUMMARY
Interns at the Rock Family of Companies gain priceless hands-on experience. Here, they learn how it feels to be in the workplace, participate in events and become a valuable member of our team.
Responsibilities
- Learn about our business by attending meetings, huddles and trainings
- Share creative ideas that will help improve our business
- Deliver reports, analyze metrics and summarize information to help drive our team forward
- Assist in creating materials and/or presentations for meetings
- Take notes during meetings and provide recaps
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Self-directed approach
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
DISCLAIMER
This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group.
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Get Access To All JobsSecurity Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Engineer internship qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies only if the work is an integral part of your established curriculum. A security engineering role covering vulnerability assessment, network monitoring, or incident response will typically meet that standard for computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems programs. Your DSO makes the final determination based on how the position connects to your specific degree requirements, not the job title alone.
Can I do CPT at a company that requires a security clearance?
You can accept the offer and start the clearance process, but many clearances take months and are not guaranteed for F-1 students. Most employers who hire CPT students for security roles will assign unclassified work during the investigation period. Confirm with the hiring team what tasks you'll perform before your clearance is adjudicated so your CPT authorization reflects your actual duties.
How do I find Security Engineer employers that hire CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with active LCA filing history for security engineering roles. Companies that have filed LCAs for these positions have already navigated DOL prevailing wage requirements, which means their HR and legal teams understand work authorization paperwork and are more likely to onboard CPT students without delays.
Does part-time CPT affect my full-time CPT eligibility after graduation?
Yes. Any full-time CPT authorization, meaning 20 or more hours per week, that totals 12 months or more will eliminate your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, doesn't count against OPT no matter how many semesters you use it. If you're targeting a full-time Security Engineer internship, confirm the authorized hours with your DSO before signing the offer.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my Security Engineer role shifts to remote work?
Your CPT authorization letter specifies the employer and work location. If the role shifts to fully remote or moves to a different site, your DSO may need to issue an updated I-20 reflecting the change. Don't assume your original authorization covers a location change. Notify your DSO as soon as your employer confirms the new work arrangement so your records stay accurate.