OPT Security Product Manager Jobs

Security Product Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization while you build product leadership experience in one of tech's fastest-growing sectors.

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Overview

Open Jobs15+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type53% On-site
Median Salary$183K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsAnthropic

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Security Officer- (PM Shift)
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Security Officer- (PM Shift)
Four Seasons
New Orleans, Louisiana
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Security & Protective Services
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On-Site
Associate's

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Forescout Technologies Inc.
Product Manager, Network Security
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Forescout Technologies Inc.
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Product Manager, Network Security
Forescout Technologies Inc.
United States
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Customer Success
Business Strategy
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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JFrog
Associate Technical Product Marketing Manager – AI & Security
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Associate Technical Product Marketing Manager – AI & Security
JFrog
Sunnyvale, California
Marketing
Technical Product & Program Management
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Product Marketing
Growth Marketing
Technical Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
$125,000 - $140,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Travelers
Technical Product Owner
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Technical Product Owner
Travelers
Hartford, Connecticut
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Technical Program Management
Security Engineering
$99,100/yr - $163,400/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Security Benefit
Product Manager
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Product Manager
Security Benefit
Topeka, Kansas
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Security Product Manager

Lead with your STEM OPT timeline upfront

Security PMs with STEM degrees get up to 36 months of OPT. Tell hiring managers your authorization period in your first outreach so they can plan around it. Ambiguity about your timeline is the fastest way to get screened out early.

Target companies with existing security product lines

Firms already selling security products, compliance tools, or identity management platforms understand product roles and visa sponsorship. They have established processes for both, which dramatically reduces friction compared to companies encountering OPT for the first time.

Bridge your technical background to product outcomes

Security PMs are expected to speak both to engineers and to enterprise buyers. Emphasize experiences where your technical knowledge, whether in threat modeling, vulnerability management, or compliance, translated into a product decision or measurable business result.

Get your employer to verify your STEM CIP code

STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree's CIP code, not just your field name. Confirm your program qualifies before your initial OPT expires. Your DSO can check this, and getting it wrong costs you months of valid work authorization.

Prioritize roles at mid-size security vendors over early-stage startups

Series B and later security companies have HR infrastructure, legal teams, and prior OPT experience. Early-stage startups often lack the bandwidth to navigate work authorization, even when they want to hire you. Mid-size is the practical sweet spot.

Use security certifications to close gaps against experienced candidates

Credentials like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ signal domain depth to hiring teams that might otherwise question a candidate's security fluency. Even pursuing one certification during your job search strengthens both your resume and your interview positioning.

Security Product Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do Security Product Manager roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Most do, but it depends on your degree's CIP code rather than the job title itself. If your degree is in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related STEM field, you'll typically qualify for the 24-month extension beyond your initial 12 months. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before your initial OPT period expires.

How do I find Security Product Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?

Browse Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Security Product Manager roles at companies open to OPT sponsorship. Generic job boards don't surface sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying blind and wasting application cycles. Migrate Mate is built for F-1 students, so the employer information is already filtered for work authorization compatibility.

What does a Security Product Manager actually do, and does my background qualify?

Security PMs own the strategy, roadmap, and execution of security-focused products, such as threat detection platforms, identity tools, or compliance software. Backgrounds in computer science, information security, or systems engineering qualify well. Experience with product frameworks like Agile or familiarity with NIST and SOC 2 standards strengthens your candidacy significantly.

Can I switch employers during my OPT period if I'm in a Security PM role?

Yes, you can change employers during OPT as long as the new role is directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within 10 days. For Security PMs, the key is ensuring the new position still falls within your authorized field of study, which is straightforward for most STEM-adjacent security roles.

Will employers sponsor H-1B after hiring me as a Security PM on OPT?

Many established security companies, particularly those in enterprise software, cloud security, and identity management, do sponsor H-1B visa for Security PMs after OPT. It's not guaranteed, and the H-1B lottery introduces real uncertainty. The most practical approach is to ask directly about sponsorship intent during the offer stage, before you accept, so both parties have aligned expectations.