STEM OPT Cloud Security Engineer Jobs
Cloud Security Engineer roles in cloud infrastructure, identity management, and zero-trust architecture qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan outlining your engineering responsibilities before your extension begins.
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As a Cloud Infrastructure Security Engineer I, you will assist with the security of cloud environments and on-premise infrastructure. You will be involved in implementing security controls, managing access, and helping with vulnerability assessments. This role is an excellent starting point for learning how to secure complex cloud and hybrid environments.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Cloud Infrastructure Security team at Bloomberg Industry Group is responsible for ensuring the security of cloud-based infrastructure and on-premise systems. The team manages identity and access management (IAM), container security, and vulnerability management to ensure the protection of the organization’s infrastructure.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Assist in securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premise systems, ensuring compliance with security policies.
- Help with configuring and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems to control and monitor access to cloud resources.
- Participate in vulnerability management efforts, including scanning cloud and on-prem environments and tracking remediation efforts.
- Support container security efforts by helping to implement security controls within containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
- Assist in auditing and securing cloud networking and storage configurations.
- Stay up to date on emerging cloud and infrastructure security threats and tools.
YOU NEED TO HAVE:
- Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure security concepts.
- Familiarity with IAM, vulnerability scanning tools, and basic container security practices.
- Some experience with cloud-based and on-premise systems management.
- An Associates degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 0-3 years of experience in cloud or infrastructure security, or equivalent skills and expertise.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
$80,000.00-$100,000.00
Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Bloomberg Industry Group maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is Bloomberg Industry Group’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access for all persons, and the Company is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristic”). Bloomberg prohibits treating applicants or employees less favorably in connection with the terms and conditions of employment, in all phases of the employment process, because of one or more Protected Characteristics (“Discrimination”).
JOB SUMMARY
As a Cloud Infrastructure Security Engineer I, you will assist with the security of cloud environments and on-premise infrastructure. You will be involved in implementing security controls, managing access, and helping with vulnerability assessments. This role is an excellent starting point for learning how to secure complex cloud and hybrid environments.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Cloud Infrastructure Security team at Bloomberg Industry Group is responsible for ensuring the security of cloud-based infrastructure and on-premise systems. The team manages identity and access management (IAM), container security, and vulnerability management to ensure the protection of the organization’s infrastructure.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Assist in securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premise systems, ensuring compliance with security policies.
- Help with configuring and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems to control and monitor access to cloud resources.
- Participate in vulnerability management efforts, including scanning cloud and on-prem environments and tracking remediation efforts.
- Support container security efforts by helping to implement security controls within containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
- Assist in auditing and securing cloud networking and storage configurations.
- Stay up to date on emerging cloud and infrastructure security threats and tools.
YOU NEED TO HAVE:
- Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure security concepts.
- Familiarity with IAM, vulnerability scanning tools, and basic container security practices.
- Some experience with cloud-based and on-premise systems management.
- An Associates degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 0-3 years of experience in cloud or infrastructure security, or equivalent skills and expertise.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
$80,000.00-$100,000.00
Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Bloomberg Industry Group maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is Bloomberg Industry Group’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access for all persons, and the Company is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristic”). Bloomberg prohibits treating applicants or employees less favorably in connection with the terms and conditions of employment, in all phases of the employment process, because of one or more Protected Characteristics (“Discrimination”).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cloud Security Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cloud Security Engineer roles typically align with Computer Science, Information Assurance, or Cybersecurity CIP codes. Confirm your degree's exact CIP code with your DSO before targeting roles, since mismatches can delay or void your STEM OPT extension application.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved. Ask hiring managers directly during the offer stage, or search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status before you sign anything.
Build cloud security credentials that signal sponsorship readiness
Certifications like CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer demonstrate hands-on competency that reduces employer hesitation around OPT training plans. Pair at least one vendor-neutral cert with a cloud-provider credential to cover both architecture and compliance conversations.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-Verify enrolled employers
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to surface Cloud Security Engineer roles at employers already enrolled in E-Verify and with STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not spending time on companies whose HR teams can't support your authorization.
Draft your I-983 training plan around real job duties
USCIS requires your I-983 to map specific learning objectives to your engineering tasks. Work with your hiring manager to list concrete responsibilities like threat modeling, SIEM configuration, or IAM policy design rather than generic descriptions, which reduces RFE risk.
Target roles with government or defense cloud contracts
Federal contractors hiring Cloud Security Engineers frequently already operate under FedRAMP or DoD cloud compliance frameworks, which means their HR and legal teams have existing processes for sponsoring OPT workers and filing I-983 training plans efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cloud Security Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated field such as Computer Science, Information Security, or Cybersecurity and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The role itself must provide practical training directly related to your degree. Your DSO reviews the I-983 training plan to confirm the connection between your engineering duties and your academic background before approving the extension.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Cloud Security Engineer?
The I-983 must describe specific learning goals tied to your day-to-day engineering work, such as cloud infrastructure security design, vulnerability assessment workflows, or identity and access management implementation. Vague descriptions like 'general IT security work' increase the risk of a USCIS request for evidence. Your employer's direct supervisor signs the form, and your DSO must authorize it before you submit the STEM OPT extension request.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting a Cloud Security Engineer offer?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify, and request their E-Verify company ID number if you want to verify independently through the E-Verify employer search portal. Some large enterprises are enrolled at the corporate level but not at every subsidiary, so confirm that the specific legal entity extending your offer is the enrolled entity, not just the parent company.
What happens to my Cloud Security Engineer job authorization if my H-1B is selected but not yet active?
If your H-1B visa petition is selected in the lottery and your employer files before your OPT expires, the cap-gap rule extends your F-1 status and work authorization automatically through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Cloud Security Engineer under cap-gap without interruption. USCIS does not issue a separate document for cap-gap, but your I-20 with the cap-gap notation serves as evidence of continued authorization.
Where can I find Cloud Security Engineer jobs at employers who support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Cloud Security Engineer listings to show employers enrolled in E-Verify and with a history of hiring STEM OPT students, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies whose HR teams aren't equipped to handle your training plan requirements. Searching there first saves significant time compared to filtering general job boards after the fact.