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Senior Cybersecurity Analyst roles in threat detection, incident response, and security architecture qualify for CPT when tied directly to your degree program. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the work must integrate with your coursework. Full-time CPT used for 12 or more months affects OPT eligibility.
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At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation. We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose: Honesty, Reliability, Curiosity, Collaboration, and Passion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for someone near Downers Grove, Illinois or Madison, Wisconsin to take on this hybrid role. You'll need to travel between locations as needed for client meetings. We are seeking a Patch Analyst with deep hands-on experience across enterprise patch management and configuration automation platforms, including Tanium, Ansible, Puppet, SCCM, Ivanti, Azure Update Manager, and Foreman, along with foundational knowledge of AWS. The analyst will support patching operations across global data centers in the US, UK, and Europe, ensuring secure, compliant, and timely deployment cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We want all new Associates to succeed in their roles at Ensono. That's why we've outlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role, it's important that you meet all Required Qualifications. If you do not meet all of the Preferred Qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain standardized patching processes across Windows, Linux, and non-Windows environments.
- Use Tanium to deploy OS and third-party patches, perform compliance assessments, and troubleshoot deployment issues.
- Leverage Ansible and Puppet for configuration drift management and automated patch application.
- Coordinate and deploy monthly security patches using Foreman, Ivanti, SCCM, Azure Update Manager, Tanium, and AWS.
- Analyze vulnerability scan results and coordinate remediation.
- Conduct compliance and configuration health checks.
- Log and manage incidents and changes, including CAB participation.
- Maintain documentation and develop Master Patch Records.
- Support emergency patching and high-impact vulnerability response.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Candidate Profile:
- 6–10 years of patch management experience.
- Expertise in Tanium, Ansible, Puppet, SCCM, Ivanti, Azure Update Manager, AWS.
- Background in VMware, Active Directory, SQL/Oracle.
- Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
- Knowledge of CIS, NIST, DISA, STIG hardening standards.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
- Willingness to work in 24x7 shifts.
Essential Skills:
- Deep understanding of OS vulnerabilities and patch cycles.
- Strong networking and security fundamentals.
- Ability to automate remediation tasks.
- Self-driven and detail-oriented.
WHY ENSONO?
Ensono is a place to make better happen – for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it. We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.
Some of our benefits include:
- Unlimited Paid Days Off
- Three health plan options
- 401k with company match
- Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
- Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
- Paid childbearing and paternal leave
- Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
- Sabbatical leave
- Wellness program
- Flexible work schedule
COMPENSATION
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80,000 to $135,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email USTalentAcquisition@ensono.com.
INTRODUCTION
At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation. We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose: Honesty, Reliability, Curiosity, Collaboration, and Passion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for someone near Downers Grove, Illinois or Madison, Wisconsin to take on this hybrid role. You'll need to travel between locations as needed for client meetings. We are seeking a Patch Analyst with deep hands-on experience across enterprise patch management and configuration automation platforms, including Tanium, Ansible, Puppet, SCCM, Ivanti, Azure Update Manager, and Foreman, along with foundational knowledge of AWS. The analyst will support patching operations across global data centers in the US, UK, and Europe, ensuring secure, compliant, and timely deployment cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We want all new Associates to succeed in their roles at Ensono. That's why we've outlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role, it's important that you meet all Required Qualifications. If you do not meet all of the Preferred Qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain standardized patching processes across Windows, Linux, and non-Windows environments.
- Use Tanium to deploy OS and third-party patches, perform compliance assessments, and troubleshoot deployment issues.
- Leverage Ansible and Puppet for configuration drift management and automated patch application.
- Coordinate and deploy monthly security patches using Foreman, Ivanti, SCCM, Azure Update Manager, Tanium, and AWS.
- Analyze vulnerability scan results and coordinate remediation.
- Conduct compliance and configuration health checks.
- Log and manage incidents and changes, including CAB participation.
- Maintain documentation and develop Master Patch Records.
- Support emergency patching and high-impact vulnerability response.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Candidate Profile:
- 6–10 years of patch management experience.
- Expertise in Tanium, Ansible, Puppet, SCCM, Ivanti, Azure Update Manager, AWS.
- Background in VMware, Active Directory, SQL/Oracle.
- Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
- Knowledge of CIS, NIST, DISA, STIG hardening standards.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
- Willingness to work in 24x7 shifts.
Essential Skills:
- Deep understanding of OS vulnerabilities and patch cycles.
- Strong networking and security fundamentals.
- Ability to automate remediation tasks.
- Self-driven and detail-oriented.
WHY ENSONO?
Ensono is a place to make better happen – for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it. We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.
Some of our benefits include:
- Unlimited Paid Days Off
- Three health plan options
- 401k with company match
- Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
- Family Forming Benefit including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
- Paid childbearing and paternal leave
- Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding
- Sabbatical leave
- Wellness program
- Flexible work schedule
COMPENSATION
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80,000 to $135,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.
Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email USTalentAcquisition@ensono.com.
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Get Access To All JobsSenior Cybersecurity Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the position integrates directly with your enrolled degree program. Roles involving threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, security operations, or incident response typically align with computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity programs. Your DSO makes the final determination, and the offer letter must describe duties that your curriculum formally covers.
Can I work full-time as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst on CPT?
You can, but full-time CPT used for 12 or more cumulative months eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many cybersecurity students choose part-time CPT during the academic year and reserve full-time authorization for summer, protecting their post-graduation OPT window for H-1B transition planning.
How do I find Senior Cybersecurity Analyst employers open to CPT students?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with active Labor Condition Application filings for security analyst roles. LCA filing history shows which companies already understand visa work authorization, making them far more likely to support CPT paperwork without needing extensive explanation from you or your DSO.
Will a federal cybersecurity role work for my CPT authorization?
Most federal civilian cybersecurity positions and many cleared contractor roles require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, which disqualifies F-1 students. Focus on private-sector employers in financial services, healthcare, technology, or critical infrastructure, where security analyst roles are common and clearance requirements are either minimal or negotiable.
What should I include in my CPT offer letter to satisfy DSO requirements?
The offer letter needs a specific start and end date, the exact number of hours per week, a description of duties tied to your field of study, and the employer's name and address. Vague descriptions like 'general IT support' won't satisfy most DSOs. Ask the employer to list specific tasks such as penetration testing, SIEM monitoring, or security policy development.
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