STEM OPT Network Systems Administrator Jobs
Network Systems Administrator roles qualify for STEM OPT because they fall under computer and information science CIP codes recognized by ICE. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your STEM degree unlocks a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build your U.S. career in network infrastructure.
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Job ID#: NA0402
Employer: EZSVS USA Inc
Worksite: 45500 Ruritan Circle, Sterling, VA 20164
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and revise the overall data center network infrastructure, systems, and services.
- Provide a critical assessment of network architecture and systems.
- Perform network infrastructure and system updates as well as participate in the development and deployment of new network systems.
- Maintain network and systems integrity through evaluating, optimizing, and restructuring network architecture as well as managing and implementing the Cyber Security plan.
- Respond to support calls and tickets and be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing networking devices and software issues.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field, plus 24 months of work experience as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator or a closely related role. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field will also be accepted in lieu of work experience.
- Proficiency in network operating systems, Windows OS, configuration management tools, and security protocols.
- Knowledge of data security and Integrity to maintain network and systems integrity.
- Knowledge of LAN hardwares for troubleshooting and repairing networking devices.
To apply, mail CV with Job ID#: NA0402, 46500 Fremont Blvd, Suite 716, Fremont, CA 94538
INTRODUCTION
Job ID#: NA0402
Employer: EZSVS USA Inc
Worksite: 45500 Ruritan Circle, Sterling, VA 20164
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and revise the overall data center network infrastructure, systems, and services.
- Provide a critical assessment of network architecture and systems.
- Perform network infrastructure and system updates as well as participate in the development and deployment of new network systems.
- Maintain network and systems integrity through evaluating, optimizing, and restructuring network architecture as well as managing and implementing the Cyber Security plan.
- Respond to support calls and tickets and be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing networking devices and software issues.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field, plus 24 months of work experience as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator or a closely related role. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field will also be accepted in lieu of work experience.
- Proficiency in network operating systems, Windows OS, configuration management tools, and security protocols.
- Knowledge of data security and Integrity to maintain network and systems integrity.
- Knowledge of LAN hardwares for troubleshooting and repairing networking devices.
To apply, mail CV with Job ID#: NA0402, 46500 Fremont Blvd, Suite 716, Fremont, CA 94538
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Network Systems Administrator
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM OPT designated degree list maintained by ICE. Computer engineering, information science, and computer and information systems security codes all qualify. Confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Any employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Search the E-Verify employer search tool directly to confirm enrollment status before you invest time in interviews or negotiate an offer.
Target employers with active government contracts
Federal contractors are required by law to use E-Verify for all new hires, making them structurally reliable STEM OPT employers. Network administration roles in defense IT, federal systems integrators, and managed service providers serving government agencies carry this built-in compliance.
Draft your I-983 training plan around specific network competencies
Your I-983 must list concrete learning objectives tied to your job duties, not generic language. For network systems roles, map objectives to skills like routing protocol configuration, network security monitoring, and infrastructure automation so USCIS reviewers can verify alignment with your STEM degree.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by E-Verify status
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who can't legally hire STEM OPT students. Migrate Mate filters Network Systems Administrator openings by verified E-Verify enrollment, so every application you send goes to an employer already set up to bring you on.
Negotiate your start date around DSO processing time
Your DSO must update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20 before your STEM OPT extension becomes valid. That processing takes time, so align your offer letter start date with that window rather than accepting a date that leaves you in a gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Systems Administrator role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your employer classifies the role under a qualifying SOC code and your degree carries a CIP code on ICE's STEM OPT designated degree list. Degrees in computer engineering, information systems, computer science, and network and system administration typically qualify. Confirm the CIP code with your DSO and verify the job description reflects technical duties consistent with your field of study.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a strict legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. Enrollment in E-Verify is not the same as being registered or having used it in the past. Confirm active enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer. Without it, you cannot lawfully work under the STEM OPT extension regardless of how the job is structured.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a network systems role?
The I-983 must document specific learning objectives that connect your day-to-day duties to your STEM degree. For a Network Systems Administrator, that means listing concrete skills like firewall management, VPN configuration, network performance analysis, or cloud infrastructure deployment alongside the degree competencies they reinforce. Vague objectives like 'gain technical experience' are insufficient. Both you and your employer must sign the form, and your DSO reviews it before approving the extension.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated after your STEM OPT begins, your authorization to work for that employer is no longer valid. USCIS requires continuous E-Verify enrollment throughout your entire STEM OPT period. You would need to find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer and update your SEVIS record through your DSO. Do not continue working for an employer that is no longer enrolled.
How do I find Network Systems Administrator jobs that accept STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Network Systems Administrator openings filtered by employers who are enrolled in E-Verify and have a history of hiring international candidates. That filtering matters because it removes the step of having to verify eligibility manually for each application. Search Migrate Mate directly to see current openings matched to STEM OPT requirements.