OPT Engineering Manager Jobs
Engineering Manager roles on OPT require employers to sponsor H-1B visa or other long-term visas after your authorization period ends. Most hiring companies are mid-to-large tech or engineering firms with established immigration infrastructure. Your STEM OPT extension, if eligible, gives you up to 36 months of work authorization to secure sponsorship.
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The Information Security Senior Manager supports the AVP of Security Operations and is responsible for a variety of information security functions within the Information Technology department.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
- Develop and maintain security design and configuration documentation to ensure effective delivery and continual improvement of network solutions.
- Responsible for tracking and ensuring remediation of technical items identified from vulnerability management program, audits, penetration testing, etc.
- Strong experience with Cyber Security Incident Response
- Experience working with the following types of security systems; SIEM, IDS/IPS, Next Generation Firewalls, DLP, FIM, SAST, database security, etc.
- Experience working with secure coding standards and tools.
- Assisting in troubleshooting and solving a wide variety of security issues.
- Conduct and attend project meetings to provide security and governance input throughout project lifecycles.
- Research, evaluate and drive next-generation security technologies and concepts to keep security ahead of the curve.
- Continual and daily research on what is happening in the security world - threat levels, new exploits, vulnerability research, etc.
- Influence decision-makers in the areas of secure network design, access/authentication controls, IaaS and others.
- Collaborate within IT and other teams to address identified gaps in areas where there are no appropriate or insufficient information security controls or solutions.
- Educate, train and work collaboratively across the development teams on building secure platforms and implementing security best practices
Position Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or 5 years of relevant work history.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Must possess a strong team work ethic, with the ability to work with personnel at all levels in all departments.
- Familiar with audit and compliance functions.
- Possess skills in technical writing.
- Highly organized work habits.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Good knowledge of computer terminology.
Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Engineering Manager
Target companies with dedicated immigration programs
Large engineering organizations typically have in-house legal teams or retained immigration counsel. These employers process H-1B visa sponsorships routinely, making them far more likely to support your transition from OPT to long-term work authorization without hesitation.
Lead with your technical depth, not your visa status
Engineering Manager candidates are evaluated on their ability to lead teams and drive delivery. Establish your technical credibility and leadership track record first. Sponsorship conversations become easier once a hiring team is already invested in bringing you on board.
Verify your STEM OPT eligibility early
If your degree is in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Filing early with your DSO ensures you maintain continuous work authorization throughout the hiring and onboarding process at your new employer.
Ask about sponsorship during the offer stage, not earlier
Raising visa questions too early in interviews can shift attention away from your qualifications. Wait until you have demonstrated clear fit and there is mutual interest. At the offer stage, most engineering-focused employers will address sponsorship directly and practically.
Highlight cross-functional leadership experience
Engineering Manager roles require managing stakeholders beyond the engineering team. Demonstrating experience coordinating with product, design, and business teams signals organizational readiness. This seniority level often accelerates sponsorship decisions because replacing a strong EM candidate is genuinely costly for employers.
Build your presence in engineering leadership communities
Engaging with engineering management forums, conferences, and professional groups increases your visibility to recruiters. Employers actively searching for EM talent in those communities are already open to sponsorship, making them higher-probability targets for your OPT job search.
Engineering Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Engineering Manager on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes you to work in a role directly related to your field of study, and Engineering Manager positions qualify when your degree is in engineering, computer science, or a closely related discipline. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document covers full-time employment at any authorized employer, including in management roles within engineering organizations.
Do Engineering Manager roles typically offer H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-to-large technology and manufacturing companies with established immigration programs. Engineering Manager is a specialty occupation that generally satisfies H-1B requirements because the role demands at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering or technical field. Smaller startups vary widely, so researching a company's sponsorship history before applying saves time. Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly Engineering Manager roles so you can focus on employers already open to sponsoring.
How does STEM OPT extension affect my Engineering Manager job search?
A STEM OPT extension gives you up to 24 additional months of work authorization beyond your initial 12-month OPT period, totaling 36 months. For Engineering Manager roles, this is meaningful because senior hiring processes move slowly and H-1B sponsorship timelines involve lottery registration in March with employment start dates in October. The extension gives you enough runway to complete the hiring process and clear the H-1B cap without a gap in authorization.
What happens to my OPT if I switch employers as an Engineering Manager?
OPT is not tied to a specific employer, so you can change companies as long as the new role remains directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within ten days. Each employer change resets the E-Verify requirement under STEM OPT. Engineering Manager roles across different industries generally satisfy the field-relatedness requirement provided your degree is in engineering or computer science.
Is an Engineering Manager role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes. Engineering Manager positions typically require at minimum a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. The role must also normally require that specific degree in practice, not just prefer it. Roles at companies where any general management degree suffices may face more scrutiny. An immigration attorney can assess your specific offer letter and job description before your employer files.