STEM OPT Network Coordinator Jobs
Network Coordinator roles in IT infrastructure, telecommunications, and systems administration qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree aligns with an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.
Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Technology is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of advanced systems critical to the daily operations of the University. In collaboration with the network administration team, the Network Administrator helps maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot a variety of complex technologies including VMware, Linux environments, wireless infrastructure, VoIP systems, and core network components like switches, routers, and firewalls. The position plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of our IT systems. Strong troubleshooting abilities, critical thinking, and a hands-on approach are essential in this dynamic and fast-paced environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by hire date
- Genuine commitment to fostering and working in a diverse environment
- Valid Louisiana driver’s license and ability to complete Southeastern’s Driver Safety Course
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Hands-on experience and a passion for IT infrastructure
- Experience managing servers, networks, and data center environments
- 2 years of relevant IT experience
- Familiarity with core networking technologies: switching, routing, VLANs, and firewalls
- Understanding of foundational internet protocols such as HTTP, TLS/SSL, LDAP, DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP
- Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles and common threats
- Basic experience with Windows and Linux server operating systems
- Practical scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash
- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Security+
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Vita
- Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
- Names and contact information for 3 references
Posting Close Date
August 17, 2026
Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.
Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
How to Apply:
Complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.
Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Technology is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of advanced systems critical to the daily operations of the University. In collaboration with the network administration team, the Network Administrator helps maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot a variety of complex technologies including VMware, Linux environments, wireless infrastructure, VoIP systems, and core network components like switches, routers, and firewalls. The position plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of our IT systems. Strong troubleshooting abilities, critical thinking, and a hands-on approach are essential in this dynamic and fast-paced environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by hire date
- Genuine commitment to fostering and working in a diverse environment
- Valid Louisiana driver’s license and ability to complete Southeastern’s Driver Safety Course
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Hands-on experience and a passion for IT infrastructure
- Experience managing servers, networks, and data center environments
- 2 years of relevant IT experience
- Familiarity with core networking technologies: switching, routing, VLANs, and firewalls
- Understanding of foundational internet protocols such as HTTP, TLS/SSL, LDAP, DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP
- Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles and common threats
- Basic experience with Windows and Linux server operating systems
- Practical scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash
- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Security+
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Vita
- Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
- Names and contact information for 3 references
Posting Close Date
August 17, 2026
Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.
Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
How to Apply:
Complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Network Coordinator
Verify your CIP code matches network roles
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the STEM OPT designated degree list before applying. Computer and information sciences CIP codes under 11.xx and engineering technology codes under 15.xx commonly support Network Coordinator positions, but your DSO confirms the match.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters for their E-Verify company ID or check enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before any offer stage. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally support your STEM OPT extension, regardless of how willing they are to hire you.
Build an I-983 training plan around network operations
Draft your Form I-983 learning objectives before your first interview so you can discuss them with hiring managers. Network Coordinator duties like configuring routers, monitoring traffic, and managing VLANs translate directly into concrete, assessable training goals that satisfy USCIS requirements.
Target mid-size IT services firms with federal contracts
Companies holding federal IT contracts are already E-Verify enrolled by law, making them reliable targets for STEM OPT candidates. Network Coordinator roles at managed service providers and government contractors often involve structured on-the-job training that aligns naturally with I-983 reporting requirements.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for STEM OPT employers
Search Network Coordinator openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with active E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. This removes the guesswork of researching employer eligibility manually and puts you in front of companies already set up to support your authorization.
Time your extension application against your OPT end date
File your STEM OPT extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires and no later than 60 days after your program end date. Cap-gap protection only applies if your H-1B visa petition is filed on time, so your extension timeline directly affects future status continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Coordinator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. Network Coordinator positions typically involve network administration, systems configuration, and infrastructure management, which align with STEM fields like computer science, information technology, and electrical engineering. Your DSO confirms whether your specific degree's CIP code appears on the STEM OPT designated degree list. The role itself must also relate directly to your field of study as documented in your I-983 training plan.
What does my employer need to do to support my STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign Form I-983, the training plan that documents your learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the Network Coordinator role relates to your STEM degree. USCIS requires the employer to evaluate your progress every six months and report any material changes to your DSO within five business days. Without E-Verify enrollment, the employer cannot lawfully support your extension regardless of their intent.
How do I verify that a Network Coordinator employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. Ask the recruiter directly for the company's E-Verify company ID number during the offer stage, not after signing. Staffing agencies and third-party vendors who place you at a client site must also separately verify which entity serves as your employer of record, since the E-Verify requirement applies to that entity specifically.
How do I find Network Coordinator jobs that are open to STEM OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Network Coordinator openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not manually screening every posting for eligibility. When you apply, lead with your STEM OPT authorization timeline clearly stated in your application materials. Employers familiar with STEM OPT expect candidates to provide their OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer changes my role or location?
Material changes to your training plan, including a significant shift in job duties, a new supervisor, or a change in work location, must be reported to your DSO within five business days under USCIS regulations. Your DSO may need to update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20. A minor location change within the same metro area typically does not require a new training plan, but a role change from network coordination to an unrelated function would likely disqualify the position from supporting your extension.