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Cybersecurity Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM-designated fields, making them strong fits for F-1 students seeking the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond their initial 12 months. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree must align with an eligible CIP code tied to computer science, information security, or a related STEM discipline.
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Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Division of Information Technology's mission at Augusta University is to anticipate and respond effectively to a changing world with agile, innovative, robust and secure services that educate and inspire students, empower clinicians, educators, researchers and administrators, advance learning, discovery and care.
Job Summary
The Cybersecurity Engineer position is responsible for supporting Augusta University in the areas of cybersecurity, safeguarding the organization's network, systems, and sensitive data. Helps to design, implement, and support Security tools and programs with a focus on networking infrastructure. Provide technical guidance and hands-on engineering to ensure protective and detective security tools are implemented to support security objectives and act as a Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) from the organization. The engineer will be an active member of the design and build IT projects steering network configurations and services, to include Network Access Control, Network Authentication, routing & switching, firewalls, segmentation, and overall network architecture towards industry-leading security. The position will also provide support to data loss prevention and mobile device management. Additionally, provide daily, ongoing oversight of network security tools and their operation, to include the security impact of proposed modifications, additions, and technology implementation/refresh operations. Perform investigative research and analysis to troubleshoot, identify, resolve, brief, and report complex security issues.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
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CONDUCT VULNERABILITY MANAGER: Conduct vulnerability management to include workstations, servers, network, and audio-visual infrastructure, to develop remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities, and maintain remediation plans.
-
SECURITY APPLICATIONS & SOLUTIONS: Provide complete engineering, installation, and maintenance of security applications and solutions as they pertain to network security and monitoring.
-
NETWORKING STANDARDS: Develop, review, monitor, and assist in the enforcement of networking standards.
-
ENGINEER SUPPORT: Assist the security operations center with engineer support to their monitoring, security event triage, and incident response roles, coordinate with other team members and management to document and report incidents.
-
ASSIST IN TROUBLESHOOTING: Assist in troubleshooting problems for security systems, and assist other teams in troubleshooting.
-
OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study and two years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Must understand technical security controls and processes, as well as technical network diagrams. Knowledge of security hardware and software products that comply with current industry standards. Direct work experience with one or more cloud service platforms and familiarity with the change management process. Familiarity with education-relevant regulatory legislation and standards for the protection of student privacy.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of information security program management and project management principles and techniques, and network attack and defense tactics.
Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles used to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data.
Knowledge of computer system support functions, system back-up, data security techniques, and troubleshooting and problem resolution techniques.
Knowledge of security systems, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, anti-virus software, log management, authentication systems, content filtering, etc.
Knowledge of complex multi-user network systems utilizing PCs, routers, switches, and servers, and complex information technology security infrastructure, hardware, and software.
Knowledge of complex software applications running on LANS, PCs, and file servers, and security and access control Issues and standards in a variety of environments and applications.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to organize and carry out technical projects.
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, the OSI model, routing protocols, and subnetting.
Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through formal presentations at the technical and non-technical level.
Proven ability to develop an effective, collaborative working relationship with a variety of representative groups with potentially dissimilar priorities.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B15
Salary: $82,800/annually-$96,000/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.
About us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Division of Information Technology's mission at Augusta University is to anticipate and respond effectively to a changing world with agile, innovative, robust and secure services that educate and inspire students, empower clinicians, educators, researchers and administrators, advance learning, discovery and care.
Job Summary
The Cybersecurity Engineer position is responsible for supporting Augusta University in the areas of cybersecurity, safeguarding the organization's network, systems, and sensitive data. Helps to design, implement, and support Security tools and programs with a focus on networking infrastructure. Provide technical guidance and hands-on engineering to ensure protective and detective security tools are implemented to support security objectives and act as a Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) from the organization. The engineer will be an active member of the design and build IT projects steering network configurations and services, to include Network Access Control, Network Authentication, routing & switching, firewalls, segmentation, and overall network architecture towards industry-leading security. The position will also provide support to data loss prevention and mobile device management. Additionally, provide daily, ongoing oversight of network security tools and their operation, to include the security impact of proposed modifications, additions, and technology implementation/refresh operations. Perform investigative research and analysis to troubleshoot, identify, resolve, brief, and report complex security issues.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
-
CONDUCT VULNERABILITY MANAGER: Conduct vulnerability management to include workstations, servers, network, and audio-visual infrastructure, to develop remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities, and maintain remediation plans.
-
SECURITY APPLICATIONS & SOLUTIONS: Provide complete engineering, installation, and maintenance of security applications and solutions as they pertain to network security and monitoring.
-
NETWORKING STANDARDS: Develop, review, monitor, and assist in the enforcement of networking standards.
-
ENGINEER SUPPORT: Assist the security operations center with engineer support to their monitoring, security event triage, and incident response roles, coordinate with other team members and management to document and report incidents.
-
ASSIST IN TROUBLESHOOTING: Assist in troubleshooting problems for security systems, and assist other teams in troubleshooting.
-
OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study and two years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Must understand technical security controls and processes, as well as technical network diagrams. Knowledge of security hardware and software products that comply with current industry standards. Direct work experience with one or more cloud service platforms and familiarity with the change management process. Familiarity with education-relevant regulatory legislation and standards for the protection of student privacy.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of information security program management and project management principles and techniques, and network attack and defense tactics.
Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles used to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data.
Knowledge of computer system support functions, system back-up, data security techniques, and troubleshooting and problem resolution techniques.
Knowledge of security systems, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, anti-virus software, log management, authentication systems, content filtering, etc.
Knowledge of complex multi-user network systems utilizing PCs, routers, switches, and servers, and complex information technology security infrastructure, hardware, and software.
Knowledge of complex software applications running on LANS, PCs, and file servers, and security and access control Issues and standards in a variety of environments and applications.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to organize and carry out technical projects.
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, the OSI model, routing protocols, and subnetting.
Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through formal presentations at the technical and non-technical level.
Proven ability to develop an effective, collaborative working relationship with a variety of representative groups with potentially dissimilar priorities.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B15
Salary: $82,800/annually-$96,000/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cybersecurity Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your official transcript and confirm your degree's CIP code maps to an approved STEM category. Cybersecurity-adjacent degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, or information assurance typically qualify, but a mismatch triggers a DSO rejection at the I-983 stage.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Before submitting any application, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask HR directly or check through the E-Verify employer search. An unenrolled employer legally cannot sign your I-983 training plan.
Target roles with SOC codes matching your training plan
Your I-983 must show a direct connection between your STEM degree and the Cybersecurity Engineer role. Cross-reference the job's SOC code against your degree field using O*NET to document that relationship before your DSO submits the extension request.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to surface cybersecurity roles at employers with confirmed STEM OPT hiring history. The platform surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by role, so you can see which companies have filed for positions matching your background before applying.
Submit your STEM OPT extension application early
File your STEM OPT extension with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. If your application is timely filed and pending on your end date, your work authorization automatically continues for up to 180 days while USCIS adjudicates.
Negotiate your I-983 training goals before signing
The I-983 training plan must list specific learning objectives tied to cybersecurity, not generic job duties. Work with your hiring manager to document measurable goals around skills like network security, threat analysis, or compliance frameworks before your DSO countersigns the form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a cybersecurity degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most cybersecurity degrees qualify, but eligibility depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title. Degrees classified under computer science, information security, electrical engineering, or closely related STEM fields are typically approved. Your DSO confirms eligibility by matching your transcript's CIP code to the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before filing the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my cybersecurity employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before you can begin STEM OPT employment. Enrollment means they have a current Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Homeland Security and use E-Verify to confirm work authorization for new hires. The employer must also be enrolled at the specific worksite where you'll perform your cybersecurity duties, not just at corporate headquarters.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a cybersecurity role?
The I-983 must connect your STEM degree directly to the Cybersecurity Engineer position with specific, measurable training goals. Expect to document objectives around areas like vulnerability assessment, incident response, security architecture, or compliance frameworks relevant to the role. Generic job descriptions don't meet the standard. USCIS requires a clear intellectual and practical bridge between your academic background and the work you'll perform.
Can I work as a Cybersecurity Engineer while my STEM OPT extension is pending?
Yes, if you filed your extension application before your initial OPT EAD expired, your employment authorization continues automatically for up to 180 days under USCIS cap-gap rules. You must remain employed at the E-Verify enrolled employer named in your pending application. If USCIS approves or denies before 180 days, that decision controls your authorization from that point forward.
Where can I find cybersecurity employers that hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for finding Cybersecurity Engineer roles at employers with confirmed STEM OPT hiring history. The platform surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by role and employer, so you can identify companies that have previously sponsored students in comparable positions rather than relying on job postings that don't disclose sponsorship practices upfront.