STEM OPT Cybersecurity Manager Jobs

Cybersecurity Manager roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information security, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan outlining your learning objectives in the role.

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Overview

Open Jobs11+
Work Type36% On-site
Top LocationDallas, TX
Most JobsAnthropic

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Sodexo
HTM Cybersecurity Program Manager
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Added 2mo ago
HTM Cybersecurity Program Manager
Sodexo
San Diego, California
Cybersecurity
Project & Program Management
Cybersecurity Operations
Project Management
Program Management
Security Engineering
$120k - $156k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Anthropic
Technical Program Manager, Security
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Anthropic
New 22h ago
Technical Program Manager, Security
Anthropic
San Francisco, California
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Technical Program Management
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
$290k - $365k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Dallas County
Security Operations Manager
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Dallas County
Added 1w ago
Security Operations Manager
Dallas County
Dallas, Texas
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Cybersecurity
Security & Protective Services
Cybersecurity Operations
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Galaxy
Technical Project Manager
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Galaxy
Added 1w ago
Technical Project Manager
Galaxy
Dallas, Texas
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Cybersecurity Operations
On-Site
Bachelor's

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WaveStrong, Inc.
Security Project Manager
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WaveStrong, Inc.
Added 1mo ago
Security Project Manager
WaveStrong, Inc.
Sacramento, California
Project & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cybersecurity Manager

Verify your CIP code before applying

Cross-reference your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Cybersecurity Manager roles typically require computer science or information assurance credentials, but a mismatched CIP code disqualifies you from the 24-month extension.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask the recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID or look it up through the E-Verify employer search tool. An employer that isn't enrolled cannot legally participate in STEM OPT, regardless of how willing they are to hire you.

Build your I-983 training plan around security leadership

Document specific learning objectives tied to Cybersecurity Manager duties: risk frameworks, incident response oversight, team supervision, and compliance audits. Vague training plans get rejected by your DSO, so align each goal to the role's technical and managerial scope.

Target employers with active PERM and LCA history

Cybersecurity Manager is a specialty occupation with strong H-1B visa sponsorship patterns. Use Migrate Mate to filter companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for security management roles, which signals both E-Verify enrollment and a track record of supporting international hires through their full authorization window.

Time your STEM OPT application around your cap-gap window

If your employer files an H-1B petition before your initial OPT expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30. Coordinate your STEM OPT end date with your DSO and track USCIS receipt notice timelines so there's no gap in your employment eligibility.

Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation case

Pull the Cybersecurity Manager occupation profile from O*NET to confirm the role's Job Zone and required knowledge areas. This data supports your employer's LCA filing and gives you concrete language to reference when discussing how your STEM degree directly relates to the position's requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Cybersecurity Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as computer science, information security, or cybersecurity and carries an approved CIP code on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also constitute a qualifying paid position with a single E-Verify-enrolled employer. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming you're eligible.

How do I find Cybersecurity Manager jobs at E-Verify employers?

Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active LCA filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally participate in STEM OPT. You can search specifically for Cybersecurity Manager openings and filter by sponsorship track record, saving significant time in your job search.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a Cybersecurity Manager role?

Your I-983 must outline specific practical training goals tied to the Cybersecurity Manager position: for example, developing incident response procedures, managing security audits, overseeing vulnerability assessments, and learning regulatory compliance frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001. Generic descriptions aren't sufficient. Your DSO and employer both sign the plan, and USCIS may request it during an RFE or site visit.

What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?

If your employer's E-Verify participation is terminated or they fail to re-enroll, your STEM OPT authorization becomes invalid even if your EAD has remaining time. USCIS requires E-Verify enrollment to remain active throughout your entire training period. Your DSO must be notified within five business days of any employer change, including loss of E-Verify status.

Can cap-gap protection cover me as a Cybersecurity Manager waiting for H-1B approval?

Yes. 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 automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If USCIS approves the petition, your H-1B status begins October 1. Check your I-94 and EAD expiration dates carefully and confirm receipt with USCIS before your OPT end date.