STEM OPT Infrastructure Security Engineer Jobs
Infrastructure Security Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in computer science, cybersecurity, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build hands-on experience in network defense, vulnerability management, and secure systems architecture.
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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 an Infrastructure Security Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an eligible STEM field on the official STEM OPT designated degree program list. Cybersecurity, computer science, and information assurance CIP codes all qualify, but general IT management degrees sometimes don't.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the employer's E-Verify company ID or have HR confirm active enrollment status. A company that isn't enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how enthusiastic they are about hiring you.
Target security teams at E-Verify certified contractors
Federal contractors are legally required to use E-Verify, making defense and government contracting firms a reliable pool of STEM OPT-eligible employers for infrastructure security roles. Search Migrate Mate to filter specifically for companies with verified E-Verify enrollment in this field.
Align your I-983 training plan to infrastructure security competencies
Draft your training plan to map each learning objective to specific technical skills, such as firewall administration, SIEM implementation, or zero-trust architecture. USCIS requires the I-983 to demonstrate a clear connection between your STEM degree and the work you'll perform.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark offers by location
Infrastructure security wages vary significantly by metro area and employer size. Pull the prevailing wage level for your SOC code from OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so you can identify whether an offer meets the DOL wage floor required for a future H-1B visa LCA.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires your extension application to be filed at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. Missing this window means a gap in work authorization, which can disqualify you from infrastructure security roles that require continuous employment history for security clearance eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Infrastructure Security Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, cybersecurity, electrical engineering, or information technology, and the role involves applying that technical knowledge directly. Infrastructure security work covering network defense, vulnerability assessment, and secure architecture design consistently satisfies the USCIS requirement that the job be directly related to your degree's field of study.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll work. Enrollment at a parent company doesn't automatically cover subsidiaries. Before signing an offer, ask HR to confirm active E-Verify participation. If the employer isn't enrolled, your DSO cannot recommend the extension, and USCIS will deny it.
How do I write an I-983 training plan for an infrastructure security position?
Your I-983 should connect specific job duties, such as configuring intrusion detection systems or managing endpoint security platforms, back to learning objectives tied to your STEM degree coursework. USCIS reviews the plan to confirm the role isn't purely operational but actively develops your technical competency. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must evaluate and approve it before USCIS will process your extension.
What happens to my work authorization during H-1B cap-gap if I'm in an infrastructure security role?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working in your infrastructure security role without interruption during that period. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension notice, which you should carry alongside your EAD as documentation of continued authorization.
Where can I find Infrastructure Security Engineer jobs that already accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists infrastructure security roles at employers verified for E-Verify enrollment, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire STEM OPT students. You can filter by role type and work authorization to surface positions where the hiring team already understands OPT timelines and the I-983 training plan requirement.