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Network Systems Administrator jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, information technology, or network engineering. Most roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience while building toward long-term sponsorship.
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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Current Need:
We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Cloud & Systems Engineer to design, build, support, and continuously improve our Azure cloud environment and the infrastructure supporting our business-critical applications. This role requires deep technical expertise across Azure services, networking, security, Windows/Linux VMs, and secure file transfer technologies.
The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on cloud engineering experience, excels in critical situations, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This position also participates in an on-call rotation for after-hours incident response.
Key Responsibilities:
Azure Cloud Engineering
- Design, deploy, administer, and secure Azure resources (compute, networking, storage, governance).
- Create and maintain Alerting, Monitoring, and Dashboarding.
- Manage Azure policies, RBAC, tagging strategy, and enterprise governance controls.
- Support Azure Networking, including VNets, firewalls, routing, VPNs, endpoints, and private networking.
- Provision and maintain Windows and Linux virtual machines and related services.
- Support web applications and Azure components.
- Manage secure file transfer solutions (e.g., GoAnywhere, SFTP/FTP).
Systems Engineering & Administration
- Maintain and troubleshoot enterprise-class systems, networks, and virtualized environments.
- Document cloud and network architectures, procedures, and environment configurations.
- Collaborate with DevOps and Database teams to ensure reliable, secure, scalable systems.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to system-related incidents.
Operational Excellence
- Perform advanced network troubleshooting using industry-standard tools.
- Provide accurate time estimates for tasks and follow through to complete resolution.
- Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Remain self-directed, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
- Quickly learn new technologies through self-study and hands-on experimentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
- Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
Education:
- 4-year degree in computer science or 4+ years of related experience.
CRITICAL SKILLS:
- 4+ years' experience building cloud solutions and supporting cloud applications.
- 3+ years of experience in Azure focused role.
- Azure Engineering: 3–4+ years building, maintaining, and securing Azure resources.
- Azure Networking: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, firewalls, NSGs, peering, etc.
- Virtual Machines: 3+ years administering Windows Server VMs (Linux experience a plus).
- Strong PowerShell skills.
- Security Technologies: Experience with VPNs, firewalls, secure transfer tools (SFTP/GoAnywhere).
- Troubleshooting: Proficient with network/system diagnostic tools and methodologies.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Experience with KQL (Kusto Query Language).
- Experience with Powershell and other scripting languages.
- Experience with Palo Alto firewalls (preferred).
- Experience working in healthcare environments (plus).
- Ability to work effectively in team and cross-functional project settings.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$86,000 - $143,300
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
INTRODUCTION
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Current Need:
We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Cloud & Systems Engineer to design, build, support, and continuously improve our Azure cloud environment and the infrastructure supporting our business-critical applications. This role requires deep technical expertise across Azure services, networking, security, Windows/Linux VMs, and secure file transfer technologies.
The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on cloud engineering experience, excels in critical situations, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This position also participates in an on-call rotation for after-hours incident response.
Key Responsibilities:
Azure Cloud Engineering
- Design, deploy, administer, and secure Azure resources (compute, networking, storage, governance).
- Create and maintain Alerting, Monitoring, and Dashboarding.
- Manage Azure policies, RBAC, tagging strategy, and enterprise governance controls.
- Support Azure Networking, including VNets, firewalls, routing, VPNs, endpoints, and private networking.
- Provision and maintain Windows and Linux virtual machines and related services.
- Support web applications and Azure components.
- Manage secure file transfer solutions (e.g., GoAnywhere, SFTP/FTP).
Systems Engineering & Administration
- Maintain and troubleshoot enterprise-class systems, networks, and virtualized environments.
- Document cloud and network architectures, procedures, and environment configurations.
- Collaborate with DevOps and Database teams to ensure reliable, secure, scalable systems.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to system-related incidents.
Operational Excellence
- Perform advanced network troubleshooting using industry-standard tools.
- Provide accurate time estimates for tasks and follow through to complete resolution.
- Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Remain self-directed, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
- Quickly learn new technologies through self-study and hands-on experimentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
- Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
Education:
- 4-year degree in computer science or 4+ years of related experience.
CRITICAL SKILLS:
- 4+ years' experience building cloud solutions and supporting cloud applications.
- 3+ years of experience in Azure focused role.
- Azure Engineering: 3–4+ years building, maintaining, and securing Azure resources.
- Azure Networking: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, firewalls, NSGs, peering, etc.
- Virtual Machines: 3+ years administering Windows Server VMs (Linux experience a plus).
- Strong PowerShell skills.
- Security Technologies: Experience with VPNs, firewalls, secure transfer tools (SFTP/GoAnywhere).
- Troubleshooting: Proficient with network/system diagnostic tools and methodologies.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Experience with KQL (Kusto Query Language).
- Experience with Powershell and other scripting languages.
- Experience with Palo Alto firewalls (preferred).
- Experience working in healthcare environments (plus).
- Ability to work effectively in team and cross-functional project settings.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$86,000 - $143,300
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
Join us at McKesson!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Network Systems Administrator
Target employers with established H-1B histories
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before are far more likely to sponsor again. Search OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for network or systems administration roles in the past two years.
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Network Systems Administrator roles typically fall under CIP code 11.1001 (Computer and Information Sciences) or 14.0901 (Computer Engineering). Verify your degree CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer to confirm STEM extension eligibility.
Highlight certifications that signal employer ROI
Certifications like CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, or Microsoft Azure Administrator demonstrate job-ready skills. Employers who see you can contribute immediately are more willing to invest in sponsorship when your OPT period ends.
Address sponsorship timing early in conversations
Be transparent about your OPT end date and the STEM extension timeline. Most employers need 12 to 18 months to prepare an H-1B petition, so starting that conversation early prevents surprises and shows you have planned ahead.
Focus on mid-sized technology and infrastructure companies
Mid-sized companies in sectors like cloud infrastructure, managed services, and enterprise IT often have genuine network staffing needs and are more flexible on sponsorship than large corporations with rigid HR policies or very small firms.
Use your E-Verify enrollment requirement strategically
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirming this requirement upfront filters out employers who cannot legally hire you and focuses your search on companies already prepared to work with international employees.
Network Systems Administrator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Network Systems Administrators?
Yes. Network Systems Administrator is a qualifying specialty occupation for F-1 OPT work authorization, provided your degree is in a related field such as computer science, information technology, or network engineering. Most positions also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, which gives you up to three years total of authorized post-graduation employment.
Does a Network Systems Administrator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
In most cases, yes. The role qualifies if your underlying degree falls under an approved STEM CIP code, such as computer science, information systems, or computer engineering. Your DSO will confirm eligibility based on your specific degree program. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, which is a firm requirement for all STEM OPT extensions.
How far in advance should I start looking for Network Systems Administrator jobs on OPT?
Start at least four to six months before your graduation date. OPT authorization can take 90 days to process after your DSO submits the recommendation, and you want an offer in place before your authorization begins. Migrate Mate lists Network Systems Administrator roles from employers open to OPT candidates, so it is worth browsing early in your search.
Will employers sponsor my H-1B after my OPT period ends?
Many employers who hire Network Systems Administrators on OPT do go on to sponsor H-1B petitions, but it is not automatic. Network infrastructure roles are consistently approved as specialty occupations, which strengthens the petition. The best approach is to confirm sponsorship intent before accepting an offer and to give your employer as much lead time as possible before your OPT expires.
What happens if my OPT expires before I get picked in the H-1B lottery?
If you are not selected in the H-1B lottery, your OPT and any cap-gap coverage will eventually expire, requiring you to leave the U.S. or find another visa status. Some employers will consider a change to an L-1 visa, O-1 visa, or TN visa depending on your background. Others may support a graduate school enrollment to bridge the gap. Discussing contingency plans with your employer before the lottery is the right preparation.