OPT Security Compliance Analyst Jobs
Security Compliance Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in information security, risk management, or IT governance. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions under CIP codes like Computer Science or Information Systems, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience.
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Get Access To All JobsYou could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
Position Purpose: Develops, monitors, maintains and improves the enterprise security program. Assists in the compliance of enterprise security initiatives and creates reports that will impact decisions made at both the executive and Board levels.
- Mature and automate processes, where possible, to manage security risk including.
- Maintain awareness of existing and proposed enterprise security policies and standards. Provide support in security policy and standard development.
- Identify regulatory changes that will affect information security policies, standards and procedures, and recommends appropriate changes.
- Support security control owners with control design and implementation.
- Lead the design, evaluation and oversight of controls for key security and security IT projects, programs, applications and systems, e.g. the Enterprise Control Framework.
- Partner to ensure appropriate corrective actions for data security incidents.
- Partner with Information Security, Business Continuity, Vendor Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Audit, and Privacy Officer to ensure appropriate follow up and closure of findings and issues are completed.
- Perform assigned tasks within the GRC tool within the defined SLAs.
- Perform related duties as assigned or requested, including security metrics reporting and information security process improvements.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, related field, or equivalent experience required. 4+ years of experience with security domains required. Knowledge of NIST 800-53, HITRUST, and ISO 27001 required.
License/Certification:
CISA, CGEIT, CRISC or CISM required. CISSP preferred.
Pay Range: $87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
Position Purpose: Develops, monitors, maintains and improves the enterprise security program. Assists in the compliance of enterprise security initiatives and creates reports that will impact decisions made at both the executive and Board levels.
- Mature and automate processes, where possible, to manage security risk including.
- Maintain awareness of existing and proposed enterprise security policies and standards. Provide support in security policy and standard development.
- Identify regulatory changes that will affect information security policies, standards and procedures, and recommends appropriate changes.
- Support security control owners with control design and implementation.
- Lead the design, evaluation and oversight of controls for key security and security IT projects, programs, applications and systems, e.g. the Enterprise Control Framework.
- Partner to ensure appropriate corrective actions for data security incidents.
- Partner with Information Security, Business Continuity, Vendor Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Audit, and Privacy Officer to ensure appropriate follow up and closure of findings and issues are completed.
- Perform assigned tasks within the GRC tool within the defined SLAs.
- Perform related duties as assigned or requested, including security metrics reporting and information security process improvements.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, related field, or equivalent experience required. 4+ years of experience with security domains required. Knowledge of NIST 800-53, HITRUST, and ISO 27001 required.
License/Certification:
CISA, CGEIT, CRISC or CISM required. CISSP preferred.
Pay Range: $87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Security Compliance Analyst
Lead with your certifications
CompTIA Security+, CISA, or CISSP credentials signal technical credibility immediately. Hiring managers in compliance roles filter for certifications before experience level, so listing them prominently on your resume helps you clear the first screening round.
Target regulated industries
Healthcare, financial services, and government contractors hire compliance analysts at higher volumes and have structured immigration support processes. These sectors must maintain ongoing compliance programs, which means consistent demand for your role regardless of broader hiring cycles.
Understand your STEM OPT eligibility
Security Compliance Analyst roles typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension when your degree is in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Cybersecurity. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer to avoid surprises.
Frame your thesis or coursework as work experience
If you audited systems, built compliance frameworks, or conducted risk assessments academically, describe those projects in work-experience language. Compliance hiring managers evaluate evidence of analytical process, not just job titles from previous employers.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment before applying
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this during early conversations rather than after an offer. Most large enterprises already participate, but midsize firms sometimes need to register before your start date.
Connect your role to a specific compliance framework
Tailor your resume and cover letter to the framework the employer uses, whether SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS. Demonstrating framework fluency in your application shows you can contribute from day one without an extended ramp-up period.
Security Compliance Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Compliance Analyst role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Security Compliance Analyst positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your degree falls under an eligible CIP code such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related STEM field. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your specific CIP code with your Designated School Official before relying on this extension.
How do I find Security Compliance Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor F-1 OPT students, which saves you from applying to roles where your work authorization will be an immediate obstacle. Security Compliance Analyst openings are common in financial services, healthcare technology, and enterprise software companies, all of which tend to have established immigration support infrastructure.
Will my compliance role count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
Security Compliance Analyst roles generally meet the H-1B visa specialty occupation standard because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field like Information Systems, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity. Roles tied to recognized frameworks such as SOC 2, NIST, or ISO 27001 strengthen this argument because the technical complexity is well-documented and widely accepted by USCIS adjudicators.
Can I work as a Security Compliance Analyst on pre-completion OPT?
Yes. Pre-completion OPT allows part-time work of up to 20 hours per week while school is in session, or full-time during official breaks. A compliance analyst role that fits within those hour limits is authorized. Confirm the employment start date and hours with your DSO so your EAD reflects the correct authorization period before your first day.
What degree fields support a Security Compliance Analyst OPT application?
Degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, and Computer Engineering are the strongest fits. Some programs in Business with an IT concentration also qualify if the CIP code is STEM-designated. If your degree is in a non-STEM field like Political Science or Business Administration without a STEM CIP, you may only receive the standard 12-month OPT period rather than the 36-month STEM extension.