STEM OPT IT Compliance Analyst Jobs

IT Compliance Analyst roles sit squarely within STEM-designated fields, making them eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension on top of your initial 12 months. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in information systems, computer science, or a related STEM discipline must map to an approved CIP code.

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Overview

Open Jobs35+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type63% On-site
Median Salary$73K
Top LocationRemote
Most JobsClearwater Analytics

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Collabera
IT Compliance Analyst
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IT Compliance Analyst
Collabera
Kansas City, Missouri
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
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1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's

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Rockland Trust Company
IT Compliance Analyst
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IT Compliance Analyst
Rockland Trust Company
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Security & Protective Services
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2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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ALPHATEC SPINE, INC.
IT Compliance Analyst
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IT Compliance Analyst
ALPHATEC SPINE, INC.
Carlsbad, California
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Audit
Legal Counsel
$110,000/yr - $125,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Fidelity National Financial
IT Compliance Senior Analyst
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IT Compliance Senior Analyst
Fidelity National Financial
Jacksonville, Florida
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Finance
Accounting
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Audit
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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RevSpring, Inc
IT Audit & Compliance Analyst
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IT Audit & Compliance Analyst
RevSpring, Inc
Arden Hills, Minnesota
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Audit
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an IT Compliance Analyst

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your STEM degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on SEVP's published STEM CIP list. Degrees in information systems, cybersecurity, or computer science typically qualify, but your DSO confirms the exact code.

Filter job postings by E-Verify status

Before spending time on any application, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify through the official E-Verify employer search. An IT Compliance role at a non-enrolled company cannot support your STEM OPT extension, no matter the job fit.

Target regulated industries with compliance mandates

Financial services, healthcare, and federal contractors hire IT Compliance Analysts at higher volumes because regulations like SOX, HIPAA, and FedRAMP require dedicated compliance staff. These sectors also tend to have established STEM OPT onboarding processes.

Use Migrate Mate to find verified STEM OPT employers

Search IT Compliance Analyst openings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with E-Verify enrollment and prior STEM OPT hiring history so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness before you apply.

Draft your I-983 training plan before your start date

Your employer must sign a Form I-983 that ties your IT Compliance duties directly to your STEM degree. Map specific job tasks, such as audit support or policy analysis, to the learning objectives before your first day so the plan is ready when USCIS requires it.

Ask hiring managers about H-1B sponsorship timelines early

If you're in your second year of STEM OPT, cap-gap coverage only applies if your employer files your H-1B petition before your EAD expires. Raise the H-1B timeline question during the offer stage, not after you've accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does an IT Compliance Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity and maps to an approved CIP code on SEVP's published list. The IT Compliance Analyst role falls under information security and systems analysis occupations that USCIS recognizes as directly related to those STEM disciplines. Your DSO verifies the CIP code match before recommending the extension.

What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?

Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you begin working under the STEM OPT extension. This is a federal requirement, not an employer option. You can confirm enrollment through the official E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer. If the employer is not enrolled, they cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT, and you would need to find a compliant employer to use your extension.

What goes into the I-983 training plan for an IT Compliance Analyst position?

Form I-983 requires you and your employer to document how your IT Compliance duties connect to your STEM degree's learning objectives. For this role, that typically means linking tasks like risk assessments, regulatory audits, and control testing to coursework in information security, data management, or systems analysis. USCIS may audit the plan, so the connection between your daily responsibilities and your academic training needs to be explicit and specific.

How does cap-gap work if I'm an IT Compliance Analyst on STEM OPT?

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and your registration is selected, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an IT Compliance Analyst during that gap without interruption. If your EAD expires before a petition is filed or selected, your authorization ends and you must stop working.

How do I find IT Compliance Analyst jobs with employers who support STEM OPT?

Search for IT Compliance Analyst openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers enrolled in E-Verify and shows hiring history relevant to STEM OPT students. You can also cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for IT Compliance roles to identify the SOC codes and industry sectors where these positions are most concentrated, then target your applications to regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and federal contracting.

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