OPT Cybersecurity Manager Jobs
Cybersecurity Manager jobs are among the more OPT-friendly senior roles in tech. Employers filing H-1B visa and EB-2 petitions regularly hire at this level, and the role's direct tie to a specialized degree field makes STEM OPT extension eligibility straightforward for most candidates.
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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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Manager
Lead with your clearance status or eligibility
Many Cybersecurity Manager roles require or strongly prefer security clearances. If you hold one or are eligible to apply, state this prominently. It removes a common hiring barrier and signals long-term value that justifies sponsorship investment.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Large financial institutions, defense contractors, and healthcare systems file H-1B visa petitions for security roles regularly. Prioritize companies with established immigration programs over startups that have never navigated sponsorship before. Prior filing history is the strongest predictor of willingness.
Frame your degree field explicitly in applications
Cybersecurity Manager roles typically qualify for STEM OPT extension under computer science, information security, or engineering degrees. Stating your specific degree field in your resume header removes ambiguity and helps employers quickly confirm your 36-month authorization window.
Quantify risk reduction and program outcomes
Employers weigh sponsorship cost against demonstrated value. Use concrete metrics: incidents reduced, compliance audits passed, team size managed, or budget controlled. Numbers give hiring managers a clear business case to bring to finance and legal when approving sponsorship.
Engage with your timeline early and directly
Cybersecurity Manager roles often have longer hiring cycles. If your OPT expires within 12 months, raise the timeline early with recruiters. Employers who want you will appreciate the transparency, and it filters out those unwilling to move at the pace your situation requires.
Pursue relevant certifications to strengthen your profile
CISSP, CISM, and CompTIA Security+ signal technical credibility at the management level. Certified candidates are easier for employers to justify sponsoring because certifications reduce perceived hiring risk and align with the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses when evaluating petitions.
Cybersecurity Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cybersecurity Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. If your degree is in computer science, information security, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related STEM field, a Cybersecurity Manager role will typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of total work authorization. The role must also meet the formal training plan requirements under your employer's E-Verify enrollment.
Do employers commonly sponsor Cybersecurity Manager roles for H-1B?
Yes. Cybersecurity is a consistent H-1B sponsorship category because the role meets the specialty occupation standard: it requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field. Defense contractors, banks, healthcare systems, and large tech companies file regularly for this title. Migrate Mate lists Cybersecurity Manager roles from employers with active sponsorship programs so you can focus your search on companies already prepared to sponsor.
Can I work as a Cybersecurity Manager on OPT without a security clearance?
Yes, many Cybersecurity Manager roles in the private sector do not require a security clearance. Clearances are more common in government contracting and defense. Private-sector positions at financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and tech companies focus on credentials like CISSP or CISM and direct management experience instead. Check each job listing for clearance requirements before applying.
How does the 60-day grace period affect my Cybersecurity Manager job search?
If your OPT employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to either find a new employer or change your immigration status. You cannot work during this window. Given that Cybersecurity Manager hiring cycles can run six to eight weeks from first interview to offer, starting your search before your current role ends is strongly advisable to avoid the grace period entirely.
What visa options are available after OPT for Cybersecurity Manager roles?
H-1B is the most common path. Cybersecurity Manager roles also support O-1A petitions for candidates with exceptional achievement, such as published research, speaking engagements, or recognition in the field. Some candidates at multinational firms pursue L-1A intracompany transfers. Because the role often supports EB-2 sponsorship, long-term green card pathways are realistic if you build tenure with a sponsoring employer.