STEM OPT Cyber Security Architect Jobs
Cyber Security Architect roles fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build your U.S. career. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in computer science, information security, or a related STEM field must align with the role's CIP code.
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As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $91,800 to $102,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
This position will be 100% onsite at the Ginna Clean Energy Center in Ontario, New York. Provide technical knowledge and expertise to support delivery and maintenance of IT Cyber Security and Network solutions under the guidance of a Sr Cyber Security Analyst and Manager. Perform activities related to testing, implementing, and maintaining solutions for products and processes. Uses pre-defined procedures and guidelines to maintain and resolve issues related to cyber security and network solutions.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Perform, document and assist in planning work activities relating to small projects, sub-projects, or process improvements. For daily operations: enhance, maintain or support existing IT products and processes to the defined service level agreement. For projects and sub-projects: analyze requirements, design, build, and test IT software solutions.
- Maintain engagement with business and IT partners.
- Assist less experienced personnel.
- Maintain technical knowledge and business acumen within own discipline or function and continue to manage their professional development.
- Drive innovation across the organization by identifying and providing analysis of trends and issues with the goal to drive new business opportunities and solve complex business problems.
- Ability to provide on-call support after normal business hours.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and typically 2 to 5 years related experience or 6 to 9 years equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Ability to solve problems using pre-defined procedures and guidelines.
- Communication skills: Able to effectively communicate highly technical information in non-technical terminology (written and verbal).
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, based on business needs.
- Working knowledge of Server and Workstation Operating Systems (Windows / Linux), along with command prompt knowledge.
- Working knowledgeable in IP based switching, routing, and network environments (ex. Cisco).
- Working knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.
- Working knowledge of cyber security practices for an enterprise environment.
- Working knowledge of firewall operations (ex. Cisco & Checkpoint).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Working knowledge of cyber security program elements such as Policy Development, Application Security, Information Security, Network Security, Disaster Recovery Planning, Operational Security, Incident Response, and End User Education.
- Working knowledge of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) solutions (ex. Splunk, Nitro, Industrial Defender).
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification acceptable with other network credentials. Security Plus training.
WHO WE ARE
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $91,800 to $102,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
This position will be 100% onsite at the Ginna Clean Energy Center in Ontario, New York. Provide technical knowledge and expertise to support delivery and maintenance of IT Cyber Security and Network solutions under the guidance of a Sr Cyber Security Analyst and Manager. Perform activities related to testing, implementing, and maintaining solutions for products and processes. Uses pre-defined procedures and guidelines to maintain and resolve issues related to cyber security and network solutions.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Perform, document and assist in planning work activities relating to small projects, sub-projects, or process improvements. For daily operations: enhance, maintain or support existing IT products and processes to the defined service level agreement. For projects and sub-projects: analyze requirements, design, build, and test IT software solutions.
- Maintain engagement with business and IT partners.
- Assist less experienced personnel.
- Maintain technical knowledge and business acumen within own discipline or function and continue to manage their professional development.
- Drive innovation across the organization by identifying and providing analysis of trends and issues with the goal to drive new business opportunities and solve complex business problems.
- Ability to provide on-call support after normal business hours.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and typically 2 to 5 years related experience or 6 to 9 years equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Ability to solve problems using pre-defined procedures and guidelines.
- Communication skills: Able to effectively communicate highly technical information in non-technical terminology (written and verbal).
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, based on business needs.
- Working knowledge of Server and Workstation Operating Systems (Windows / Linux), along with command prompt knowledge.
- Working knowledgeable in IP based switching, routing, and network environments (ex. Cisco).
- Working knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.
- Working knowledge of cyber security practices for an enterprise environment.
- Working knowledge of firewall operations (ex. Cisco & Checkpoint).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Working knowledge of cyber security program elements such as Policy Development, Application Security, Information Security, Network Security, Disaster Recovery Planning, Operational Security, Incident Response, and End User Education.
- Working knowledge of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) solutions (ex. Splunk, Nitro, Industrial Defender).
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification acceptable with other network credentials. Security Plus training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Cyber Security Architect
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's CIP code from your DSO and cross-reference it against the Cyber Security Architect SOC code in O*NET. A mismatch between your declared STEM field and the role's classification is the most common reason STEM OPT extensions get denied.
Filter job postings by E-Verify enrollment
Confirm every employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify before you apply, not after you receive an offer. Use Migrate Mate to search Cyber Security Architect roles already filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers, cutting out the manual vetting step.
Target employers with cleared-facility infrastructure
Many senior Cyber Security Architect roles require security clearances your OPT status makes difficult to obtain. Focus your search on commercial-sector employers in finance, healthcare, and cloud infrastructure, where clearance is not a baseline requirement.
Draft your I-983 training plan before your offer closes
Cyber Security Architect training plans must map your day-to-day work to your STEM degree's learning objectives. Prepare a draft aligned to your specific responsibilities so your employer can sign quickly and your DSO can approve without back-and-forth delays.
Ask employers about cap-gap coverage during negotiation
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf, USCIS cap-gap provisions automatically extend your work authorization. Raise this during offer discussions so your employer's legal team can plan the filing timeline accordingly.
Confirm STEM degree requirements in the job description
Cyber Security Architect postings that list a bachelor's degree as preferred rather than required can weaken your STEM OPT extension application. Verify the job description explicitly states a degree requirement in a qualifying STEM field before your employer submits documentation to USCIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cyber Security Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, Cyber Security Architect is classified under SOC codes covered by STEM OPT eligibility, provided your degree aligns with an approved CIP code in computer science, information security, or a closely related STEM field. Your DSO confirms the CIP-to-SOC match when recommending the extension on your I-20. If there's any ambiguity, cross-check the occupation profile in O*NET before your DSO submits.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. You can ask your recruiter or HR contact to provide the company's E-Verify employer ID number, or have your DSO verify enrollment before your training plan is finalized. Employers who are not enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, so confirm this before accepting an offer. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from E-Verify-enrolled employers to simplify this step.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Cyber Security Architect?
Your I-983 must connect your specific job duties to the learning objectives of your STEM degree. For a Cyber Security Architect role, this means documenting how tasks like threat modeling, security framework design, and risk assessment develop skills tied to your degree field. Both you and your employer's authorized representative sign the form, and your DSO must approve it before your extension begins. USCIS can audit the plan at any point during your extension period.
What happens to my work authorization if I'm selected in the H-1B lottery while on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a cap-subject H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, USCIS cap-gap provisions extend your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year, or until your H-1B petition is adjudicated. You can continue working as a Cyber Security Architect during this cap-gap period as long as your employer's petition was filed on time and your OPT was valid when filed.
Where can I find Cyber Security Architect jobs from employers who hire STEM OPT students?
Finding employers who actively hire STEM OPT students takes more than a standard job search. Migrate Mate lists Cyber Security Architect roles from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and documented visa sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't support your work authorization. Filtering by sponsorship track record before you apply significantly narrows the field to employers already familiar with STEM OPT requirements.