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Cybersecurity is one of the strongest fields for OPT work authorization, with consistent employer demand across finance, healthcare, defense contracting, and tech. Many cybersecurity roles qualify under STEM OPT extension eligibility, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience after graduation.
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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing consulting and accounting firms in the country?
Would you like the ability to join a highly dynamic team focused on providing exceptional client service in the area of informational technology risk advisory?
If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant! Our Risk Advisory practice provides a full spectrum of services to help our clients assess their risks, develop strategies to compete in an ever-changing business environment, and achieve their goals and objectives. All of this is accomplished through deep industry knowledge of risk, governance, internal audit, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity best practices.
As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
You will enjoy this role if:
- You want to continue to expand your work experiences and hone your skills as an IT risk professional in the areas of compliance, cybersecurity, and internal controls
- You crave the opportunity to be part of a fast growing, entrepreneurial risk consulting practice where your hard work and creativity will be rewarded
- You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together
- You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career now, for tomorrow
What you will do:
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Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business systems to ensure technology risks are managed:
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Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
- Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes and business objectives
- Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
- Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity
- Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients
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Assist in the development of audit programs and the execution of internal audits and IT control assessments in the areas of:
- IT strategy and governance
- IT operations, business continuity and disaster recovery
- Cybersecurity
- Third party risk
- ITGC and application controls
- SOC reporting
- Regulatory and compliance requirements
- Assist in drafting comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies
- Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service
- Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences
- Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities
- Demonstrate the desire to continually grow, learn and develop skills and knowledge through external and internal education, training and cross-training opportunities to maximize personal contribution to the organizational goals and ongoing career development
- Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
- Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
- Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in management/computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program
- CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred
- 3+ year(s) experience with IT audit or cybersecurity
- Experience performing HITRUST engagements preferred. Open to candidates willing to obtain HITRUST Certification in the future
- Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired
- Experience with Cloud audit experience and certifications preferred
- Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills
The pay rate range for this job position is $85,910 to $162,890. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
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Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Degrees in computer science, information security, or electrical engineering typically support the STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying, so you can accurately represent your authorization timeline to employers during interviews.
Target employers with active security clearance programs
Federal contractors and agencies regularly hire cybersecurity professionals on OPT. Roles at defense contractors often lead to H-1B visa sponsorship because the work requires U.S.-based talent and employers are motivated to retain cleared staff long-term.
Get relevant certifications before you start applying
CompTIA Security+, CEH, and CISSP signal job-readiness to hiring managers who receive hundreds of applications. Certifications also strengthen your case for specialty occupation classification when your employer eventually files for H-1B sponsorship.
Apply to employers with demonstrated H-1B filing history
Employers who have sponsored cybersecurity roles in the past are far more likely to do it again. Prioritizing these companies early reduces the risk of being on OPT with a non-sponsoring employer when your authorization window closes.
Be transparent about your OPT timeline upfront
Tell recruiters your OPT start date, expiration date, and whether you qualify for the STEM extension. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often assume the process is complicated, so clarity reduces friction and builds trust early in the hiring process.
Specialize to stand out in a competitive field
Cloud security, penetration testing, and incident response are high-demand niches with fewer qualified candidates. Specializing makes you easier to justify to hiring managers and harder to replace, which directly improves your odds of receiving H-1B sponsorship.
Cybersecurity OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do cybersecurity jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most cybersecurity roles do qualify, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not just the job title. Degrees in computer science, information assurance, cybersecurity, or electrical engineering are typically STEM-eligible. Confirm your specific CIP code with your Designated School Official before assuming eligibility. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify to participate in the STEM OPT extension program.
Can I work in cybersecurity for a federal agency on OPT?
Directly employed federal positions are generally restricted to U.S. citizens, but federal contractors are a different story. Companies like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Perspecta regularly hire cybersecurity professionals on OPT for contract work supporting government agencies. These roles often come with sponsorship pathways because cleared talent is difficult to recruit and employers are strongly motivated to retain staff.
How do I find cybersecurity employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. You can browse cybersecurity job listings filtered by employers with a verified history of sponsoring international candidates, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness. Targeting employers with prior H-1B filings in security roles is the most reliable way to protect your long-term work authorization.
Does a security clearance affect my OPT or future visa options?
OPT itself doesn't disqualify you from pursuing a security clearance, but obtaining one as a foreign national is difficult and often not possible for certain clearance levels. However, working in cleared environments as a contractor on OPT is common. Employers who invest in your clearance process are also highly motivated to sponsor your H-1B, since losing a cleared employee is costly.
What if my cybersecurity job offer comes while I'm still waiting for my EAD card?
You cannot begin working until your Employment Authorization Document is in hand, even if your OPT start date has passed. Communicate your expected EAD arrival date to your employer as soon as you have a USCIS receipt notice. Most employers in cybersecurity are familiar with this process and will accommodate a short delay, particularly for specialized roles that are hard to fill quickly.