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Security Architect jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Expect employers in finance, defense contracting, and enterprise tech to require security clearance eligibility.
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Get Access To All JobsThe future is what you make it. When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars.
Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries. Are you ready to help us make the future?
Honeywell Cyber Security is focused on integrating security into all aspects of our business to protect the people, processes, and assets by which Honeywell achieves its greater mission. Join a team that is focused on identifying and protecting the information, processes, formulas, techniques, methods, and know-how critical to Honeywell’s competitive capability. You will collaborate with a wide variety of functions and disciplines across the entire portfolio of Honeywell’s products and services to identify what allows Honeywell to operate better and faster than the competition and ensure that competitive differentiation remains within the company. You will work with cutting edge information security applications, systems, and best practices enabling Honeywell to achieve world-class results in a cyber secure manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the scanning of all network attached assets and applications
- Managing various tickets within ServiceNow for customer requested scan jobs, reports and user access
- Provide Technical support to VM scanning tools across the enterprise, which may include set up, configuring, scheduling and execution of vulnerability scans
- Collaborate with developers, development managers, technology peers, and business contacts to identify security vulnerabilities
- Research new strategic tools and processes to enhance and advance our vulnerability management program and scanning processes
- Manage day to day scanning activities, schedules and troubleshooting
- Operate and maintain all scanning tools to ensure the service is operating effectively
- Create and maintain key performance indicators for operational success that is reported to senior leadership
- Ensure successful Authentication on all assets and applications scanned
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, & engineering
- 1-2 years of relevant experience using vulnerability scanning tools
- 2+ years of experience with various operating systems, UNIX, Linux and Windows Server/Workstations
WE VALUE:
- Enterprise vulnerability scanning experience using tools such as Rapid7, Qualys or Tenable
- Knowledge of, and practice within the elements of host, network and application security
- Working knowledge of database platforms and SQL
- Experience Java, Python, PowerShell
- Experience with REST APIs, Json, XML
- Working background in the administration of Windows, UNIX, and Linux operating systems
- Knowledge of Directory Services including, Active Directory (AD) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
- Working background with security tools related to vulnerability scanning technologies
- Experience with enterprise configuration management tools such as ServiceNow
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: 4/23/2026
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
THE BUSINESS UNIT
The Corporate Strategic Business Group (CORP SBG) at Honeywell is a division focused on corporate-level functions and initiatives that support the overall operations and strategy of the company. It is responsible for overseeing areas such as finance, legal, human resources, communications, and corporate governance, working closely with other business units and SBGs to ensure alignment and coordination across the organization. The CORP SBG plays a crucial role in the overall strategic direction and management of Honeywell's corporate functions and operations, supporting the company's business objectives.
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
The future is what you make it. When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars.
Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries. Are you ready to help us make the future?
Honeywell Cyber Security is focused on integrating security into all aspects of our business to protect the people, processes, and assets by which Honeywell achieves its greater mission. Join a team that is focused on identifying and protecting the information, processes, formulas, techniques, methods, and know-how critical to Honeywell’s competitive capability. You will collaborate with a wide variety of functions and disciplines across the entire portfolio of Honeywell’s products and services to identify what allows Honeywell to operate better and faster than the competition and ensure that competitive differentiation remains within the company. You will work with cutting edge information security applications, systems, and best practices enabling Honeywell to achieve world-class results in a cyber secure manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the scanning of all network attached assets and applications
- Managing various tickets within ServiceNow for customer requested scan jobs, reports and user access
- Provide Technical support to VM scanning tools across the enterprise, which may include set up, configuring, scheduling and execution of vulnerability scans
- Collaborate with developers, development managers, technology peers, and business contacts to identify security vulnerabilities
- Research new strategic tools and processes to enhance and advance our vulnerability management program and scanning processes
- Manage day to day scanning activities, schedules and troubleshooting
- Operate and maintain all scanning tools to ensure the service is operating effectively
- Create and maintain key performance indicators for operational success that is reported to senior leadership
- Ensure successful Authentication on all assets and applications scanned
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, & engineering
- 1-2 years of relevant experience using vulnerability scanning tools
- 2+ years of experience with various operating systems, UNIX, Linux and Windows Server/Workstations
WE VALUE:
- Enterprise vulnerability scanning experience using tools such as Rapid7, Qualys or Tenable
- Knowledge of, and practice within the elements of host, network and application security
- Working knowledge of database platforms and SQL
- Experience Java, Python, PowerShell
- Experience with REST APIs, Json, XML
- Working background in the administration of Windows, UNIX, and Linux operating systems
- Knowledge of Directory Services including, Active Directory (AD) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
- Working background with security tools related to vulnerability scanning technologies
- Experience with enterprise configuration management tools such as ServiceNow
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: 4/23/2026
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
THE BUSINESS UNIT
The Corporate Strategic Business Group (CORP SBG) at Honeywell is a division focused on corporate-level functions and initiatives that support the overall operations and strategy of the company. It is responsible for overseeing areas such as finance, legal, human resources, communications, and corporate governance, working closely with other business units and SBGs to ensure alignment and coordination across the organization. The CORP SBG plays a crucial role in the overall strategic direction and management of Honeywell's corporate functions and operations, supporting the company's business objectives.
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Security Architect
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Security Architect positions typically fall under CIP code 11.1003 (Computer and Information Systems Security). Verify your degree matches a qualifying STEM field before applying, since your OPT extension depends on this alignment between your program and the job.
Address security clearance requirements early
Many Security Architect roles in defense or federal contracting require a U.S. security clearance, which F-1 students are generally ineligible for. Filter for private-sector or commercial roles where clearance is preferred but not required to avoid wasted applications.
Highlight certifications alongside your degree
Employers screening OPT candidates often use certifications like CISSP, CISM, or AWS Security Specialty as a proxy for readiness. Holding even one relevant certification strengthens your case and signals you can contribute without extensive ramp-up time.
Target employers with established OPT hiring processes
Large financial institutions, cloud providers, and healthcare technology companies hire Security Architects on OPT regularly. These organizations have HR and legal teams familiar with I-983 reporting requirements, making the authorization process smoother for both sides.
Be transparent about your OPT end date and H-1B timeline
Security Architect hiring timelines can run three to six months. Make clear when your current OPT expires and whether an H-1B visa cap-subject filing would be required. Employers who plan ahead are far more likely to commit to sponsorship.
Frame your visa status around continuity, not risk
Hiring managers often see OPT as a short-term commitment. Emphasize your timeline clearly: STEM OPT gives up to 36 months, and H-1B sponsorship is a well-established path that many security-focused employers have navigated before for specialized technical roles.
Security Architect OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Security Architects in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students who have completed a qualifying STEM degree can work as Security Architects on standard OPT for 12 months, with a 24-month STEM extension available for up to 36 months total. The role must be directly related to your field of study, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to support the STEM extension.
Do Security Architect jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do, provided your underlying degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity. The job itself must also be related to that field of study. Your Designated School Official confirms eligibility when you apply for the extension through your university. If your degree is in a non-STEM field, you are limited to 12 months of OPT.
How do I find Security Architect jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Many employers do not advertise OPT eligibility in job postings, so filtering by sponsorship willingness manually is time-consuming. Migrate Mate curates Security Architect roles from employers with documented histories of hiring international candidates, letting you focus on applications where your work authorization is already a known factor rather than a hurdle.
Does a security clearance requirement disqualify me as an OPT student?
In most cases, yes. Active security clearances require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and F-1 students are not eligible. Roles that list a clearance as required, particularly those supporting federal agencies or defense contractors, will generally not move forward with OPT candidates. Focus your search on commercial or private-sector Security Architect roles where clearance is listed as a plus, not a requirement.
Will employers sponsor H-1B after hiring me on OPT as a Security Architect?
Many do, particularly in enterprise technology, financial services, and healthcare IT, where Security Architects are in sustained demand. Your 36-month STEM OPT window gives employers enough runway to sponsor an H-1B petition in April and have it take effect the following October without any gap in your employment. Raising the H-1B conversation during the offer stage, not after onboarding, sets a cleaner expectation for both sides.