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Risk Management Director roles are among the more OPT-friendly senior positions because employers in finance, healthcare, and tech consistently sponsor work authorization for candidates with specialized risk frameworks experience. Your 12-month OPT window (29 months with STEM extension) is enough time to demonstrate value at the director level.
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As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.
We are seeking a Senior Treasury Analyst to support the Company’s global financial risk management and corporate finance activities, with primary responsibility for developing and executing foreign exchange hedging programs. The role requires deep finance and accounting knowledge to identify and quantify financial exposures, evaluate hedging strategies, execute hedging and spot transactions, assess hedge accounting implications, and support insurance, corporate finance, capital markets, and other treasury projects. This role reports to the Treasury Director, Corporate Finance and Global Credit.
How You Will Contribute:
- Manage financial risk: Identify, quantify, monitor, and report financial risks, with an emphasis on balance-sheet and cash-flow foreign exchange exposures across global operations.
- Develop and execute FX hedging programs: Develop hedging strategies and execute foreign exchange forward, spot, and other approved transactions with global banks through electronic platforms and the treasury management system.
- Prepare risk and hedge reporting: Report foreign exchange mark-to-market and counterparty-risk exposures, prepare hedge documentation, and analyze hedge effectiveness.
- Provide corporate finance analysis: Provide project-based financial analysis supporting capital structure and corporate financing decisions.
- Assist with capital markets transactions: Support debt financing and other capital markets activities through financial analysis, transaction execution support, coordination with banks and internal stakeholders, preparation of materials, and completion of related documentation.
- Support global insurance activities: Assist with global insurance placements, quantify insurance-risk exposures, process applications and claims, and support relationships with insurance brokers.
- Coordinate treasury operations: Coordinate with other treasury operational areas, including cash management and cash investments.
- Support compliance and controls: Assist with applicable global banking regulatory compliance, internal SOX processes, and treasury policy compliance.
The Must Haves:
- 4 or more years of relevant experience in corporate treasury, financial risk management, banking, capital markets, financial accounting, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Deep knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, including financial statements, cash flows, foreign currency transactions, and the financial-statement impact of treasury activities.
- Strong technical knowledge of foreign exchange markets, derivative instruments, exposure measurement, hedging strategies, mark-to-market valuation, and hedge effectiveness.
- Experience with preparing or supporting hedge accounting documentation and related accounting analysis.
- Advanced analytical and financial-modeling skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate conclusions clearly; Microsoft Excel Macro or Microsoft Copilot skills are a plus.
- Experience with treasury management systems, electronic trading platforms, ERP systems, or market-data tools; Bloomberg skills are a plus.
- Professional qualifications such as CFA, CTP, CPA, or MBA—or demonstrated progress toward one of these professional qualifications—are a plus.
Assets:
The successful candidate will combine deep finance and accounting expertise with strong technical treasury capabilities. The individual should be intellectually curious, highly analytical, and detail-oriented, with the judgment to evaluate complex exposures and transactions independently. The role requires disciplined execution in a control- and compliance-focused environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate technical analyses into clear recommendations for stakeholders. Programming or data-automation skills and experience with Oracle, Bloomberg, Kyriba, or another treasury management system are a plus.
Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $86,500 - $138,100
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
INTRODUCTION
As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.
We are seeking a Senior Treasury Analyst to support the Company’s global financial risk management and corporate finance activities, with primary responsibility for developing and executing foreign exchange hedging programs. The role requires deep finance and accounting knowledge to identify and quantify financial exposures, evaluate hedging strategies, execute hedging and spot transactions, assess hedge accounting implications, and support insurance, corporate finance, capital markets, and other treasury projects. This role reports to the Treasury Director, Corporate Finance and Global Credit.
How You Will Contribute:
- Manage financial risk: Identify, quantify, monitor, and report financial risks, with an emphasis on balance-sheet and cash-flow foreign exchange exposures across global operations.
- Develop and execute FX hedging programs: Develop hedging strategies and execute foreign exchange forward, spot, and other approved transactions with global banks through electronic platforms and the treasury management system.
- Prepare risk and hedge reporting: Report foreign exchange mark-to-market and counterparty-risk exposures, prepare hedge documentation, and analyze hedge effectiveness.
- Provide corporate finance analysis: Provide project-based financial analysis supporting capital structure and corporate financing decisions.
- Assist with capital markets transactions: Support debt financing and other capital markets activities through financial analysis, transaction execution support, coordination with banks and internal stakeholders, preparation of materials, and completion of related documentation.
- Support global insurance activities: Assist with global insurance placements, quantify insurance-risk exposures, process applications and claims, and support relationships with insurance brokers.
- Coordinate treasury operations: Coordinate with other treasury operational areas, including cash management and cash investments.
- Support compliance and controls: Assist with applicable global banking regulatory compliance, internal SOX processes, and treasury policy compliance.
The Must Haves:
- 4 or more years of relevant experience in corporate treasury, financial risk management, banking, capital markets, financial accounting, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Deep knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, including financial statements, cash flows, foreign currency transactions, and the financial-statement impact of treasury activities.
- Strong technical knowledge of foreign exchange markets, derivative instruments, exposure measurement, hedging strategies, mark-to-market valuation, and hedge effectiveness.
- Experience with preparing or supporting hedge accounting documentation and related accounting analysis.
- Advanced analytical and financial-modeling skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate conclusions clearly; Microsoft Excel Macro or Microsoft Copilot skills are a plus.
- Experience with treasury management systems, electronic trading platforms, ERP systems, or market-data tools; Bloomberg skills are a plus.
- Professional qualifications such as CFA, CTP, CPA, or MBA—or demonstrated progress toward one of these professional qualifications—are a plus.
Assets:
The successful candidate will combine deep finance and accounting expertise with strong technical treasury capabilities. The individual should be intellectually curious, highly analytical, and detail-oriented, with the judgment to evaluate complex exposures and transactions independently. The role requires disciplined execution in a control- and compliance-focused environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate technical analyses into clear recommendations for stakeholders. Programming or data-automation skills and experience with Oracle, Bloomberg, Kyriba, or another treasury management system are a plus.
Pay Range: The annual pay range for this position is $86,500 - $138,100
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Risk Management Director
Lead with your risk framework credentials
FRM, PRM, or CFA designations signal immediate credibility to hiring managers. Directors are expected to own enterprise risk programs from day one, so certifications reduce employer hesitation about sponsoring a candidate they haven't worked with before.
Target industries with chronic risk talent shortages
Financial services, healthcare, and enterprise technology consistently struggle to fill senior risk roles. Employers in these sectors are more experienced with OPT sponsorship and more motivated to sponsor because qualified candidates are genuinely difficult to find domestically.
Quantify your risk reduction impact upfront
Before your first interview, prepare three concrete examples of risk frameworks you built or improved, with measurable outcomes. Dollar exposure reduced, incidents prevented, or audit findings resolved carry more weight than general leadership descriptions at the director level.
Address your OPT timeline proactively with employers
Raise your work authorization status before the final interview stage, not after an offer. Explain your current OPT end date, STEM extension eligibility, and H-1B visa timeline clearly. Employers who sponsor prefer candidates who understand the process.
Build relationships inside risk and compliance teams
Chief Risk Officers and General Counsels often make sponsorship decisions directly for director-level hires. Connecting with these stakeholders through professional associations like GARP or RIMS increases your visibility before a role is even posted.
Prioritize companies with an established H-1B sponsorship history
Employers who have sponsored H-1B workers before are far more likely to sponsor again. Focusing your applications on organizations with a documented sponsorship track record saves time and avoids late-stage rejections due to internal policy constraints.
Risk Management Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Risk Management Director on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in roles directly related to their field of study, and Risk Management Director positions qualify under business, finance, economics, and related STEM disciplines. Your employment must align with your degree field, so a finance or quantitative background is the most straightforward path to OPT eligibility for this role.
Does the STEM OPT extension apply to Risk Management Director roles?
It can, depending on your degree. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as financial mathematics, data science, applied statistics, or management information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, which most large financial institutions and tech firms already are.
How do I find Risk Management Director jobs that sponsor OPT?
The most efficient approach is to search platforms that filter specifically for OPT-friendly employers rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. Migrate Mate lists Risk Management Director roles from employers with verified sponsorship histories, so you can focus your time on applications that are actually worth pursuing at the director level.
Is it realistic for an OPT student to be hired at the director level?
Yes, particularly for candidates with three or more years of progressive risk experience, relevant certifications like the FRM or CFA, and demonstrable ownership of enterprise risk programs. Employers in finance and healthcare regularly hire OPT holders into director roles when the candidate's technical depth is strong. The key factor is showing you can own the function, not just contribute to it.
What happens to my Risk Management Director job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If you file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and USCIS receives it by April 1 of the cap year, your work authorization automatically extends by up to 240 days while the petition is pending. This cap-gap provision is critical for director-level roles where the employer has committed significant hiring resources and wants continuity through the H-1B transition period.