STEM OPT Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Jobs
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles in cloud computing, systems architecture, and DevOps qualify for STEM OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization after graduation. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree must fall under an approved STEM CIP code. Use that runway to build U.S. experience while your H-1B visa path develops.
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Prometheus Group is a team of self-starters centered on being resourceful, accountable, and results-focused. Career progress is based on merit and not years of service or attaining certifications. Our drive and dedication to creating great products for our global customers are at the heart of all we do! In joining Prometheus, you will become a part of the largest global provider of comprehensive enterprise asset management (EAM) software solutions that support the management life cycle for equipment maintenance and operations.
Job Summary
The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for maintaining essential business resources and infrastructure, both on-site and in major cloud environments, to ensure smooth daily operations. They also create solutions that support the company's growth and adoption of new technologies, while safeguarding company assets.
Responsibilities
- Implement, maintain, and monitor robust security measures across the organization's IT infrastructure, including network systems, servers, and user access.
- Protect corporate systems and sensitive data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
- Install, configure, and maintain IT infrastructure. This includes, but not limited to, Physical Servers, Virtual Servers (VMWare), Network routing, Firewalls, and VPN.
- Manage multiple Cloud compute, storage, and DB environments (Primarily AWS).
- Maintain storage appliances (SAN / NAS).
- Enhance operational efficiencies and optimize cost management within the company's IT infrastructure.
- Evaluate and implement cost-effective solutions, streamlining processes, and ensuring the efficient use of resources across network systems, servers, and other IT assets.
- Deploy and maintain enterprise level software solutions and platforms.
- Monitor LAN/WAN networks and resolve any network issues promptly.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems, ensuring network performance and reliability, and implementing solutions to prevent future issues.
- Manage system and data backups in accordance with company policies.
- Implementing, maintaining, and regularly testing backup solutions to ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards.
Skills and Experience
Required
- bachelor's degree
- Experience working with a variety of server/workstation hardware.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration including Active Directory, DFS, GPO, etc.
- Strong Experience with networking technologies including DNS and DHCP.
- Experience with VMware
- Experience with Amazon Web Services required
- Experience with Single Sign On technologies (SAML, OIDC, Keycloak, LDAP).
- Advanced Desktop support and remediation concepts.
- Experience with client VPN technologies (AWS VPN).
- Experience with Imaging technologies such as Intune Autopilot or WDS/MDT.
- Experience with Compliance Frameworks or Information Security.
- Experience managing an MDM solution/mobile device administration (Android/iOS).
- Experience with Centos, RedHat and/or Suse Linux a plus.
- Basic SAP administration a plus
- Experience with any ERP solution administration a plus.
- Self-motivated, result oriented, and resourceful with the proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and operate successfully under deadlines and time pressures.
- Demonstrated capability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on tasks.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity.
- Ability to learn new processes and procedures as well as adapt quickly to a constantly evolving environment.
- Be available after hours/weekends as part of an on-call rotation or as needed for special projects.
- Able to lift/move equipment up to 50lbs.
Benefits Overview:
We offer an attractive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our teammates:
- Employee base HSA plan, dental, life and short-term disability coverage 100% paid for by Prometheus Group.
- HSA & FSA plan options.
- Retirement Savings with Generous Company Match & Immediate Vesting.
- Gym membership to O2 Fitness.
- Casual dress attire.
- Half-Day Fridays.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Company Outings, Trips & Activities.
Prometheus Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
About Prometheus Group:
Prometheus Group is a team of self-starters centered on being resourceful, accountable, and results-focused. Career progress is based on merit and not years of service or attaining certifications. Our drive and dedication to creating great products for our global customers are at the heart of all we do! In joining Prometheus, you will become a part of the largest global provider of comprehensive enterprise asset management (EAM) software solutions that support the management life cycle for equipment maintenance and operations.
Job Summary
The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for maintaining essential business resources and infrastructure, both on-site and in major cloud environments, to ensure smooth daily operations. They also create solutions that support the company's growth and adoption of new technologies, while safeguarding company assets.
Responsibilities
- Implement, maintain, and monitor robust security measures across the organization's IT infrastructure, including network systems, servers, and user access.
- Protect corporate systems and sensitive data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
- Install, configure, and maintain IT infrastructure. This includes, but not limited to, Physical Servers, Virtual Servers (VMWare), Network routing, Firewalls, and VPN.
- Manage multiple Cloud compute, storage, and DB environments (Primarily AWS).
- Maintain storage appliances (SAN / NAS).
- Enhance operational efficiencies and optimize cost management within the company's IT infrastructure.
- Evaluate and implement cost-effective solutions, streamlining processes, and ensuring the efficient use of resources across network systems, servers, and other IT assets.
- Deploy and maintain enterprise level software solutions and platforms.
- Monitor LAN/WAN networks and resolve any network issues promptly.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting network problems, ensuring network performance and reliability, and implementing solutions to prevent future issues.
- Manage system and data backups in accordance with company policies.
- Implementing, maintaining, and regularly testing backup solutions to ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards.
Skills and Experience
Required
- bachelor's degree
- Experience working with a variety of server/workstation hardware.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration including Active Directory, DFS, GPO, etc.
- Strong Experience with networking technologies including DNS and DHCP.
- Experience with VMware
- Experience with Amazon Web Services required
- Experience with Single Sign On technologies (SAML, OIDC, Keycloak, LDAP).
- Advanced Desktop support and remediation concepts.
- Experience with client VPN technologies (AWS VPN).
- Experience with Imaging technologies such as Intune Autopilot or WDS/MDT.
- Experience with Compliance Frameworks or Information Security.
- Experience managing an MDM solution/mobile device administration (Android/iOS).
- Experience with Centos, RedHat and/or Suse Linux a plus.
- Basic SAP administration a plus
- Experience with any ERP solution administration a plus.
- Self-motivated, result oriented, and resourceful with the proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and operate successfully under deadlines and time pressures.
- Demonstrated capability to take initiative, work independently, and follow through on tasks.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity.
- Ability to learn new processes and procedures as well as adapt quickly to a constantly evolving environment.
- Be available after hours/weekends as part of an on-call rotation or as needed for special projects.
- Able to lift/move equipment up to 50lbs.
Benefits Overview:
We offer an attractive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our teammates:
- Employee base HSA plan, dental, life and short-term disability coverage 100% paid for by Prometheus Group.
- HSA & FSA plan options.
- Retirement Savings with Generous Company Match & Immediate Vesting.
- Gym membership to O2 Fitness.
- Casual dress attire.
- Half-Day Fridays.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Company Outings, Trips & Activities.
Prometheus Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Verify your degree qualifies under STEM OPT
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer science, computer engineering, and information systems degrees typically qualify, but IT management or business-focused tech degrees sometimes don't. Confirm with your DSO early.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Your STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you start work. Search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before accepting an offer. Cloud teams at startups sometimes skip this step, so verify before you sign.
Target cloud roles tied to specific SOC codes
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer positions typically fall under SOC 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators) or 15-1299. Check O*NET to confirm the occupation matches your degree field, which strengthens your I-983 training plan and any future H-1B specialty occupation argument.
Build your I-983 training plan around cloud skill gaps
Your I-983 must show how the role connects to your STEM degree, not just list daily tasks. Map specific cloud infrastructure responsibilities like IaC tooling, Kubernetes orchestration, or security compliance to learning objectives your degree program introduced but didn't fully develop.
Search STEM OPT roles on Migrate Mate by employer E-Verify status
Migrate Mate surfaces Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs filtered for E-Verify enrollment, so you're not wasting applications on employers who can't legally hire STEM OPT students. You can filter by cloud platform specialization and company size to match your target environment.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap timing
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30. Align your STEM OPT end date and any H-1B filing timeline with your offer letter start date so there's no gap in authorization before October 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for STEM OPT as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer?
It depends on your CIP code, not your job title. Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or information systems typically appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. IT management or general business technology degrees sometimes don't qualify. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before submitting your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS.
Does my employer need to be E-Verify enrolled for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers, not optional. Your employer must be actively enrolled before your 24-month extension begins. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool. If your employer isn't enrolled, your DSO cannot approve the I-983 training plan, and USCIS will not grant the extension.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer role?
The I-983 must document how your day-to-day work directly relates to your STEM degree. For cloud infrastructure roles, that means mapping responsibilities like cloud provisioning, network architecture, or security configuration to specific coursework or technical foundations from your degree. Vague descriptions like 'maintains cloud systems' won't satisfy USCIS. Your employer's designated official and your DSO both sign the plan, and it must be updated if your role changes materially.
How does cap-gap affect my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your employer submits an H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Your STEM OPT EAD and any cap-gap extension together can give you up to 36 months of total work authorization. USCIS issues cap-gap coverage automatically; you don't file a separate application.
Where can I find Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles filtered for E-Verify enrollment, which is the baseline requirement for STEM OPT eligibility. Because E-Verify status is confirmed before listings appear, you can focus your applications on employers who are already set up to hire you. Filter by cloud platform, company size, or location to narrow results to roles that match your infrastructure background.