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Security Operations Center jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology. Most SOC analyst roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build experience in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring.
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This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in contributing to our team as a senior associate Cyber Security Operations Center Analyst within State Street’s Global Technology Services organization. Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, embraces creativity, and invests in personal growth. This role requires a collaborative mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to inspire others.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities:
- Monitor and detect cybersecurity events and incidents in real time using centralized systems.
- Analyze alerts and data from multiple sources including SIEM, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, antivirus, and firewalls.
- Respond to and contain security incidents, and assist in identifying eradication and recovery strategies.
- Collaborate with teams across the Cyber Fusion Center, including Advanced Threat, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Content Development, and GRC.
- Communicate incident status and findings to lead analysts and managers.
- Contribute to process improvements and explore new technologies or capabilities to enhance security operations.
- Participate in knowledge sharing and mentorship activities to support the Fusion Center’s collaborative and global response model.
In this role, you will have:
- Engagement in meaningful daily work: You'll take ownership of specific tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience and building confidence through real contributions.
- A supportive learning environment: You'll exercise your judgment in a guided setting, with mentorship and supervision to help you grow.
- Focused skill development: This role is designed to help you deepen your expertise in a specific area.
- Clear structure and expectations: You'll work within well-defined parameters, giving you the clarity and focus to succeed.
- Independent contributions: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your individual contributions while collaborating with a supportive team.
- Focus on growth: While there are no people management responsibilities with this role, it is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.
- A collaborative team culture: You'll build strong working relationships with your peers and supervisor, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should be/have:
- Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a dynamic, technology-driven organization.
- Effective communicators with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Motivated by real-world problem solving and eager to contribute innovative ideas.
- Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with specializations in Network Security, Cloud Security, Data Analytics, Incident Response, or related disciplines.
- State Street internship experience strongly preferred.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Candidates should exhibit working knowledge of the following key skills and proficiencies:
- Network Security
- Forensic Computing
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing
- TCP/IP Networking
- Operating Systems (OS)
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS
- Data Analytics
- Monitoring Tools
- Incident Management
SALARY RANGE
$52,000 - $91,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
ABOUT STATE STREET
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
JOB APPLICATION DISCLOSURE
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
INTRODUCTION
This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in contributing to our team as a senior associate Cyber Security Operations Center Analyst within State Street’s Global Technology Services organization. Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies. The ideal candidate leads with integrity, embraces creativity, and invests in personal growth. This role requires a collaborative mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to inspire others.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will perform the following day-to-day activities:
- Monitor and detect cybersecurity events and incidents in real time using centralized systems.
- Analyze alerts and data from multiple sources including SIEM, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, antivirus, and firewalls.
- Respond to and contain security incidents, and assist in identifying eradication and recovery strategies.
- Collaborate with teams across the Cyber Fusion Center, including Advanced Threat, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Content Development, and GRC.
- Communicate incident status and findings to lead analysts and managers.
- Contribute to process improvements and explore new technologies or capabilities to enhance security operations.
- Participate in knowledge sharing and mentorship activities to support the Fusion Center’s collaborative and global response model.
In this role, you will have:
- Engagement in meaningful daily work: You'll take ownership of specific tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience and building confidence through real contributions.
- A supportive learning environment: You'll exercise your judgment in a guided setting, with mentorship and supervision to help you grow.
- Focused skill development: This role is designed to help you deepen your expertise in a specific area.
- Clear structure and expectations: You'll work within well-defined parameters, giving you the clarity and focus to succeed.
- Independent contributions: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your individual contributions while collaborating with a supportive team.
- Focus on growth: While there are no people management responsibilities with this role, it is a great stepping stone for future leadership opportunities.
- A collaborative team culture: You'll build strong working relationships with your peers and supervisor, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should be/have:
- Enthusiastic about building a long-term career in a dynamic, technology-driven organization.
- Effective communicators with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Motivated by real-world problem solving and eager to contribute innovative ideas.
- Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with specializations in Network Security, Cloud Security, Data Analytics, Incident Response, or related disciplines.
- State Street internship experience strongly preferred.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Candidates should exhibit working knowledge of the following key skills and proficiencies:
- Network Security
- Forensic Computing
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing
- TCP/IP Networking
- Operating Systems (OS)
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS
- Data Analytics
- Monitoring Tools
- Incident Management
SALARY RANGE
$52,000 - $91,000 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
ABOUT STATE STREET
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
JOB APPLICATION DISCLOSURE
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Security Operations Center
Target employers with an active E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be E-Verify enrolled. Confirm this before accepting an offer. Most mid-size and enterprise security teams already use E-Verify, so it's rarely a dealbreaker if you ask early.
Get certified before you apply
CompTIA Security+, Google Cybersecurity Certificate, or CEH certification signals you're job-ready. SOC hiring managers use certifications as a filter, especially for entry-level analysts. It also strengthens your STEM OPT eligibility documentation.
Highlight hands-on tools experience in your resume
Name the specific platforms you've used: Splunk, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, Wireshark. SOC teams hire for immediate productivity. Concrete tool experience shortens onboarding and makes OPT sponsorship feel lower-risk to hiring managers.
Frame your academic projects as real SOC experience
Capstone projects, CTF competitions, and university security labs translate directly. Describe them in resume language: incidents triaged, alerts analyzed, vulnerabilities identified. Hiring managers reviewing OPT candidates weigh project experience heavily.
Apply to MSSPs and consulting firms, not just direct employers
Managed security service providers hire SOC analysts at scale and frequently sponsor OPT students. They process more OPT paperwork than most companies, so HR teams are already familiar with STEM extension requirements and timelines.
Security Operations Center OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Security Operations Center jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, most SOC analyst roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems. Combined with your initial 12-month OPT, that gives you up to 36 months of work authorization. Your employer must be E-Verify enrolled to approve the extension.
What degree fields support OPT eligibility for SOC analyst positions?
Cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, and information assurance are the most common qualifying fields. Some employers also accept degrees in computer information systems or network engineering. The key is that your degree program appears on SEVP's STEM Designated Degree Program list, which your DSO can confirm.
How do I find Security Operations Center jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Browse Migrate Mate to find SOC roles from employers actively open to OPT work authorization. Many job listings on Migrate Mate are filtered specifically for F-1 students, so you avoid applying to positions where OPT isn't considered. Managed security service providers and large enterprise IT teams tend to have the most OPT-friendly hiring processes.
Can I work a SOC role that requires a security clearance on OPT?
Positions requiring a U.S. government security clearance are generally not available to F-1 OPT students because clearance eligibility requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. Focus your search on commercial SOC roles at private companies, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and MSSPs, where clearance is not a requirement.
What should I include in my training plan for the STEM OPT extension as a SOC analyst?
Your Form I-983 training plan should connect your SOC responsibilities directly to your degree coursework. Include specifics: threat analysis maps to coursework in network security, log review connects to data analysis coursework, and incident response relates to applied cybersecurity studies. Your employer supervisor signs off, so choose someone who understands your daily technical work.