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Security Consultant jobs on OPT are available across cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under STEM OPT, giving you a 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in computer science, information security, or a related field. Employers range from consulting firms to financial institutions and federal contractors.
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JOB CATEGORY
Customer Success
ABOUT SALESFORCE
Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.
Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.
TITLE: Associate Security Consultant – PSSA
LOCATION OPTIONS: Seattle, Bellevue, Chicago
ABOUT THE TEAM
We're growing a Professional Services Security Assurance (PSSA) team within the Security Practice, created to give customers hands-on help securing their Salesforce implementations. Our mission is to help Professional Services deliver secure implementations and protect customer data at scale, from initial configuration through post-sale deployment.
ROLE OVERVIEW
You'll support customer-facing security engagements, learning to run standardized assessments and turn technical risks into clear, actionable guidance. Senior consultants will mentor you.
- Help execute standardized security assessment methodologies for customer implementations, covering web, API, cloud, and AI-enabled applications.
- Assist with post-sale and deployment security configuration reviews, including identity and access management (IAM) posture and integration risks.
- Help produce customer-facing deliverables, such as assessment reports, gap analyses, and configuration checklists, with clear findings, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations.
- Support threat modeling, architecture reviews, and secure code reviews as part of engagements.
- Join customer and Professional Services delivery conversations to build consulting and communication skills.
- Help refine assessment methodologies, automation, and security tooling.
REQUIRED
- 0-2 years of experience, or internship/coursework, in AppSec, Product Security, Security Consulting, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of application security concepts and secure development practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and build trusted relationships with customers.
- Strong interest in consulting and hands-on customer delivery.
- Analytical, problem-solving mindset with eagerness to learn.
- Bachelor's in Information Systems/MIS with a technical lean (e.g., CS coursework or security certifications), or Computer Science with a strong interest in consulting and hands-on customer delivery, or equivalent self-study.
EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE
- Knowledge of common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
- Basic familiarity with web, API, and cloud architectures.
- Proficiency in one or more languages (Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, C#).
- Basic familiarity with IAM concepts.
- Exposure to AI/agentic system security.
- Security tooling or automation projects.
- A cybersecurity internship, or consulting or client-facing experience.
WHY JOIN US
Join a growing practice within an established, high-scale Professional Services org. You'll get direct mentorship, exposure to a wide variety of customer environments, hands-on delivery experience, and a chance to help shape the PSSA practice.
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form.
Please note that Salesforce uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help our recruiters assess and evaluate candidates’ resumes and qualifications throughout the recruiting process. Humans will always make any candidate selection and hiring decisions. Please see our Candidate Privacy Statement for more information about how we use your personal data and your rights, including with regard to use of AI tools and opt out options.
POSTING STATEMENT
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education.
In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.
At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions.
The typical base salary range for this position is $75,200 - $82,800 annually.
There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. In California and New York, and select cities in the metropolitan areas of Boston, Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC, the base pay range for this role in those locations is $90,600 - $90,600 per year. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.
ABOUT FUTUREFORCE UNIVERSITY RECRUITING
Our Futureforce University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting, retaining and cultivating talent. Our interns and new graduates work on real projects that affect how our business runs, giving them the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of our company. With offices all over the world, our recruits have the chance to collaborate and connect with fellow employees on a global scale. We offer job shadowing, mentorship programs, talent development courses, and much more.
JOB CATEGORY
Customer Success
ABOUT SALESFORCE
Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.
Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.
TITLE: Associate Security Consultant – PSSA
LOCATION OPTIONS: Seattle, Bellevue, Chicago
ABOUT THE TEAM
We're growing a Professional Services Security Assurance (PSSA) team within the Security Practice, created to give customers hands-on help securing their Salesforce implementations. Our mission is to help Professional Services deliver secure implementations and protect customer data at scale, from initial configuration through post-sale deployment.
ROLE OVERVIEW
You'll support customer-facing security engagements, learning to run standardized assessments and turn technical risks into clear, actionable guidance. Senior consultants will mentor you.
- Help execute standardized security assessment methodologies for customer implementations, covering web, API, cloud, and AI-enabled applications.
- Assist with post-sale and deployment security configuration reviews, including identity and access management (IAM) posture and integration risks.
- Help produce customer-facing deliverables, such as assessment reports, gap analyses, and configuration checklists, with clear findings, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations.
- Support threat modeling, architecture reviews, and secure code reviews as part of engagements.
- Join customer and Professional Services delivery conversations to build consulting and communication skills.
- Help refine assessment methodologies, automation, and security tooling.
REQUIRED
- 0-2 years of experience, or internship/coursework, in AppSec, Product Security, Security Consulting, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of application security concepts and secure development practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and build trusted relationships with customers.
- Strong interest in consulting and hands-on customer delivery.
- Analytical, problem-solving mindset with eagerness to learn.
- Bachelor's in Information Systems/MIS with a technical lean (e.g., CS coursework or security certifications), or Computer Science with a strong interest in consulting and hands-on customer delivery, or equivalent self-study.
EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE
- Knowledge of common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
- Basic familiarity with web, API, and cloud architectures.
- Proficiency in one or more languages (Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, C#).
- Basic familiarity with IAM concepts.
- Exposure to AI/agentic system security.
- Security tooling or automation projects.
- A cybersecurity internship, or consulting or client-facing experience.
WHY JOIN US
Join a growing practice within an established, high-scale Professional Services org. You'll get direct mentorship, exposure to a wide variety of customer environments, hands-on delivery experience, and a chance to help shape the PSSA practice.
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form.
Please note that Salesforce uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help our recruiters assess and evaluate candidates’ resumes and qualifications throughout the recruiting process. Humans will always make any candidate selection and hiring decisions. Please see our Candidate Privacy Statement for more information about how we use your personal data and your rights, including with regard to use of AI tools and opt out options.
POSTING STATEMENT
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education.
In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.
At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions.
The typical base salary range for this position is $75,200 - $82,800 annually.
There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. In California and New York, and select cities in the metropolitan areas of Boston, Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC, the base pay range for this role in those locations is $90,600 - $90,600 per year. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Security Consultant
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Security Consultant roles typically require a degree in computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity. If your degree is on the STEM OPT designated list, you're eligible for a 24-month extension, giving employers significantly more time to sponsor your H-1B visa.
Target consulting firms with established OPT pipelines
Large consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Booz Allen Hamilton regularly hire international graduates and have structured OPT and H-1B sponsorship processes. Smaller boutique firms often lack the legal infrastructure to sponsor visas at all.
Obtain relevant certifications before applying
Security+ , CISSP, or CEH certifications signal credibility in a field where credentials carry real weight. These also reinforce that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation, which matters if your employer later files an H-1B on your behalf.
Address federal contractor clearance requirements early
Many Security Consultant roles at government contractors require a security clearance. F-1 OPT students are generally not eligible for clearances, so prioritize private-sector or commercial clients where clearance isn't a hard requirement during your OPT period.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before expiration
Submit your STEM OPT extension application well before your current OPT expires. USCIS recommends filing 90 days out. If filed on time, you get a 180-day automatic extension to keep working while the application is pending.
Have a clear answer about your post-OPT visa path
Employers want to know their investment is long-term. Be ready to explain the H-1B timeline, including lottery registration in March, and that STEM OPT gives you up to three cycles to get selected before your authorization runs out.
Security Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Security Consultant jobs qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes, Security Consultant roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, usually computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related discipline. The key is that the job description must require a degree, not just prefer one. Roles focused on risk assessment, penetration testing, or compliance architecture consistently meet this standard.
Can I work as a Security Consultant on OPT if my degree is in a non-STEM field?
Yes, standard 12-month OPT applies regardless of your major as long as your security consultant role is directly related to your field of study. However, without a STEM-designated degree, you won't qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, which limits your window to find H-1B sponsorship to a single lottery cycle.
How do I find Security Consultant employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Security Consultant jobs specifically for OPT and visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're not wasting time on roles that won't work for your situation. Historically, major employers of sponsored security consultants include firms like Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, and Booz Allen Hamilton, all of which have active H-1B sponsorship histories visible in DOL disclosure data.
Are there OPT restrictions that affect Security Consultant roles at government contractors?
Yes, this is a real constraint. Many federal and defense contractor Security Consultant positions require a U.S. government security clearance, which F-1 OPT students are generally ineligible to hold. Focus your search on commercial cybersecurity firms, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and technology companies, where clearance is not a prerequisite for the role.
What happens to my Security Consultant job if I don't get selected in the H-1B lottery?
If you're on STEM OPT, a missed lottery doesn't end your authorization immediately. You have up to three H-1B registration cycles across your STEM extension period, giving you until your authorization expires to be selected. Some employers will also explore cap-exempt H-1B routes or alternative visas like the O-1A if you have demonstrable expertise in your field.