STEM OPT Cybersecurity Consultant Jobs
Cybersecurity Consultant roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information security, or a related field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build client-facing security experience while pursuing H-1B visa sponsorship.
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This role assists in the monitoring and reporting of security incidents related to the company computer systems and networks. This position plays a key role in the development of processes and procedures that will provide strong security layers for the organization’s systems. This position works with project and department teams to identify and resolve PCI, Sarbanes, C-TPAT and other compliance and security issues, and creates, distributes and provides training materials and sessions on IT Security awareness. The Information Security Analyst II protects the organizations computer and communications network from intrusion and compromise. This role requires constant monitoring of network traffic, ongoing security awareness of the entire company, and diligent analysis of the way the organization decides to implement new technologies and business processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Analyzes logs, account management and other security procedures. Works with other analysts and department management to provide leadership and guidance for the creation and implementation of remediation processes to correct failures in security requirements.
- Evaluates changes to PeopleSoft Application Security as required by Campus, State and Federal Regulations. Actively review changes to legislation and regulations such as FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, etc. Make recommendations related to required changes.
- Reviews the security and compliance posture of current systems and perform information security assessments or audits of internal networks and systems in cooperation with management. Documents findings in written reports with recommendations for remediation.
- Drafts and disseminates security policy to address contemporary security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Mentors and trains junior staff, interns, and security liaison with other BUs and IT groups.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors Degree in Cyber Security
- Preferred Degree: Masters Degree in Cyber Security
- Certificate(s) or License(s) preferred: Security Certification
- Years of experience: 4-6
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Prior experience in Information Security, compliance, system administrator or related fields.
- Knowledge and experience in the software development process.
- Knowledge and/or experience in evaluation of security setup to meet business needs.
- Ability to present and explain complex technical topics, problems, alternative solutions to others.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Desire to learn new tools.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possible Infrequent Travel
Physical Requirements:
Regularly completes computer work and sits.
Occasionally walks and stands.
Seldomly lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliancebasspro.com.
Position Summary:
This role assists in the monitoring and reporting of security incidents related to the company computer systems and networks. This position plays a key role in the development of processes and procedures that will provide strong security layers for the organization’s systems. This position works with project and department teams to identify and resolve PCI, Sarbanes, C-TPAT and other compliance and security issues, and creates, distributes and provides training materials and sessions on IT Security awareness. The Information Security Analyst II protects the organizations computer and communications network from intrusion and compromise. This role requires constant monitoring of network traffic, ongoing security awareness of the entire company, and diligent analysis of the way the organization decides to implement new technologies and business processes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Analyzes logs, account management and other security procedures. Works with other analysts and department management to provide leadership and guidance for the creation and implementation of remediation processes to correct failures in security requirements.
- Evaluates changes to PeopleSoft Application Security as required by Campus, State and Federal Regulations. Actively review changes to legislation and regulations such as FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, etc. Make recommendations related to required changes.
- Reviews the security and compliance posture of current systems and perform information security assessments or audits of internal networks and systems in cooperation with management. Documents findings in written reports with recommendations for remediation.
- Drafts and disseminates security policy to address contemporary security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Mentors and trains junior staff, interns, and security liaison with other BUs and IT groups.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors Degree in Cyber Security
- Preferred Degree: Masters Degree in Cyber Security
- Certificate(s) or License(s) preferred: Security Certification
- Years of experience: 4-6
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Prior experience in Information Security, compliance, system administrator or related fields.
- Knowledge and experience in the software development process.
- Knowledge and/or experience in evaluation of security setup to meet business needs.
- Ability to present and explain complex technical topics, problems, alternative solutions to others.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Desire to learn new tools.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possible Infrequent Travel
Physical Requirements:
Regularly completes computer work and sits.
Occasionally walks and stands.
Seldomly lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliancebasspro.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cybersecurity Consultant
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Information security and computer science codes qualify, but some adjacent business or management programs do not, which affects your extension eligibility entirely.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the employer's E-Verify Company ID before signing anything. Consulting firms that staff you to clients must be enrolled as the employer of record, not the end client, and many candidates miss this distinction until the I-983 filing stage.
Build certifications that signal H-1B specialty occupation
Credentials like CISSP, CEH, or Security+ document that your role requires theoretical and practical expertise beyond a general degree. Cybersecurity Consultant positions face specialty occupation scrutiny at H-1B filing, so employer-recognized certifications strengthen the petition before you even receive an offer.
Target consulting firms with established STEM OPT pipelines
Use Migrate Mate to filter Cybersecurity Consultant openings by employers with active STEM OPT hiring history. Firms that have structured I-983 training plans already in place move you to offer faster and handle DSO reporting cycles without friction.
Structure your I-983 training plan around billable deliverables
Generic training objectives get flagged during DSO review. Map your learning goals directly to client engagement outcomes, such as penetration testing milestones or compliance audit deliverables, so your Form I-983 reflects actual consulting work rather than classroom-style tasks.
File your H-1B registration before OPT cap-gap risk emerges
STEM OPT cap-gap protection extends your authorization through September 30 if your H-1B is filed before your EAD expires. Cybersecurity Consultant roles on multi-month client engagements need continuity of authorization, so confirm your employer's H-1B filing timeline during the offer negotiation itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a cybersecurity or information security degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer science, information assurance, cybersecurity, and network security typically qualify. Degrees in general business or management information systems may not, even if your coursework was technical. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension, since USCIS ties eligibility to the code on your transcript, not the program title.
Does my consulting firm employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify even if I work at client sites?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is required for your direct employer, meaning the consulting or staffing firm that issues your paycheck and W-2, not the end client where you perform the work. This distinction matters because many cybersecurity consultants are placed at financial institutions or government contractors whose own E-Verify status is irrelevant to your STEM OPT authorization. Verify the firm's E-Verify Company ID before signing your offer letter.
What goes into a valid I-983 training plan for a Cybersecurity Consultant role?
Your Form I-983 must identify the practical skills you will develop, the oversight structure your employer provides, and how the work relates to your STEM degree. For consulting roles, this means mapping training goals to specific deliverables such as vulnerability assessments, security architecture reviews, or compliance gap analyses rather than generic job duties. Your DSO and employer must both sign the plan, and the employer must submit a six-month evaluation during your extension period.
How does cap-gap protection work if my STEM OPT is still active when H-1B season begins?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS receives it by April 1, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. For Cybersecurity Consultant roles on long-term client engagements, this continuity is critical. Your employer must confirm they will file in the regular cap season, since cap-exempt filings do not trigger cap-gap protection.
Where should I look for Cybersecurity Consultant jobs with employers who support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for STEM OPT students and surfaces Cybersecurity Consultant roles at employers already enrolled in E-Verify. You can filter by employer type and hiring history so you spend your time on firms that have successfully onboarded STEM OPT students before, rather than educating recruiters about the program from scratch during early-stage interviews.