OPT Security Program Manager Jobs
Security Program Manager jobs that sponsor OPT are concentrated in defense contractors, financial institutions, and large tech firms where formal security programs are federally mandated or contractually required. Your STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your degree is in information systems, computer science, or a related classified field.
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As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Security Program Manager
Target organizations with formal security compliance mandates
Federal contractors, financial institutions, and healthcare systems must maintain security programs by law. These organizations run ongoing programs rather than one-off projects, which means consistent demand for program managers and higher willingness to sponsor OPT workers.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility before applying
If your degree is in computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirming this upfront makes you significantly more attractive to employers weighing the cost of eventual H-1B visa sponsorship against your authorization window.
Highlight security frameworks you have direct experience with
Employers hiring for this role prioritize candidates who know NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or FedRAMP. Naming specific frameworks you have implemented or assessed in your work history signals you can contribute immediately without an extended ramp-up period.
Pursue a security certification before your OPT period ends
Credentials like CISSP, CISM, or PMP signal long-term professional commitment and compensate for limited U.S. work history. Many employers use certification status as a proxy for seniority when evaluating OPT candidates for program management roles.
Address your OPT timeline directly in cover letters
Proactively stating your authorization end date and STEM extension eligibility removes the guesswork for hiring managers. A brief, confident sentence about your work authorization removes ambiguity and prevents your application from being filtered out before a recruiter reviews it.
Seek roles with active security programs, not just new initiatives
Established security programs have documented budgets, existing stakeholder relationships, and headcount approvals already in place. Joining a program that is already running reduces the risk that your role gets delayed or cancelled before your OPT start date.
Security Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Security Program Manager roles typically sponsor OPT students?
Yes, but selectively. Federal contractors, large financial institutions, and enterprise technology companies are the most consistent sponsors because security programs are ongoing, budget-approved functions rather than short-term projects. Smaller companies without a dedicated security function are less likely to invest in OPT sponsorship for this role. Browse Security Program Manager positions on Migrate Mate to identify which employers actively hire OPT candidates.
Does a Security Program Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree field, not the job title. If your degree is in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a closely related STEM discipline, you are likely eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself involves technical program management, which your DSO and employer will need to confirm aligns with your degree program under the STEM designated degree list.
What security clearance considerations apply to OPT students in this role?
Most U.S. security clearances, including Secret and Top Secret, are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. As an F-1 OPT student, roles requiring formal clearances are generally out of reach. However, many Security Program Manager positions in the private sector, particularly in financial services and healthcare, do not require clearances and are fully accessible to OPT workers with the right technical background.
How long does OPT authorization typically last for this role, and what happens next?
Standard OPT authorization lasts 12 months. If your degree qualifies as STEM, you can apply for a 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months total. After that, continued employment requires a different visa status, most commonly H-1B. Employers who sponsor Security Program Managers for OPT are generally familiar with this timeline and factor it into their longer-term hiring plans.
What should I look for in a Security Program Manager job posting to confirm it is OPT-friendly?
Look for language like 'will sponsor work authorization,' 'open to OPT or CPT,' or 'visa sponsorship available.' Postings that list H-1B sponsorship as a benefit are a strong signal the employer understands the full sponsorship pipeline. Avoid roles that specify 'must be authorized to work without sponsorship.' On Migrate Mate, you can filter specifically for OPT-eligible Security Program Manager positions so you are only applying to roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.