STEM OPT Security Architect Jobs
Security Architect roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information security, or a related engineering field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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GE Vernova is seeking a Staff Cyber Security Architect to help ensure that our application and infrastructure architecture is secure.
In this role, you will support security architecture reviews for cloud and on-premise systems, helping teams design solutions that are secure by design and aligned to GEV security requirements. The ideal candidate brings practical cybersecurity experience, a strong commitment to service excellence, and an interest in protecting and shaping the future of energy.
Responsibilities Include:
Security Architecture and Governance
- Support security architecture activities for AWS and Azure application and infrastructure deployments.
- Participate in security architecture reviews and risk assessments within the enterprise architecture domain governance model.
- Contribute to system architecture designs that follow secure-by-design principles and security best practices.
- Ensure secure-by-design architectures for AI applications and AI agents, including identity, data access, model and tool integration, runtime controls, and human oversight.
- Conduct security reviews for generative AI solutions, agentic workflows, and supporting platforms across cloud and on-premise environments.
Risk, Documentation, and Reusable Guidance
- Draft and publish risk assessment reports that clearly outline cyber risks and mitigating controls.
- Develop and maintain reusable solution patterns that improve clarity, consistency, and alignment across designs.
- Develop and maintain security-related documentation, including policies, standards, and leading practices.
- Contribute to reusable security patterns and risk guidance for AI applications and agents, including prompt and data protection, model supply chain, agent identity and permissions, monitoring, and lifecycle governance.
Technical Development and Collaboration
- Research emerging technologies, industry developments, and market trends to support enterprise project delivery and operations.
- Build technical knowledge within the function by staying current on industry technology and security trends.
- Build peer and cross-functional relationships to share best practices and improve team effectiveness.
- Work collaboratively with project teams and the broader security architecture team to provide practical security guidance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Professional Experience: At least 4 years of experience in enterprise IT and/or cybersecurity.
- Cybersecurity Architecture: At least 1 year of experience supporting cybersecurity architecture, secure solution design, or security assessments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Cybersecurity Architecture and Technical Expertise
- Experience supporting cybersecurity architecture or secure solution design in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Experience with threat modeling, multi-tier web applications, and relevant security standards.
- Familiarity with security considerations for AI and generative AI applications, including large language model integrations, retrieval-augmented generation, APIs, or agentic systems.
- Awareness of AI security risks and controls, including prompt injection, sensitive data exposure, insecure tool use, excessive agency, model and dependency risks, and AI agent identity and access governance.
- Relevant security certification or cloud security training, such as Security+, CCSP, AWS Security, or Azure Security, is a plus.
Collaboration and Influence
- Experience partnering with solution architects to design secure systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate recommendations, collaborate with stakeholders, and build alignment across Digital Technology teams.
Problem Solving and Adaptability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in new areas that require rapid learning, sound judgment, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to gather input from stakeholders and translate business and technical requirements into practical security guidance with support from senior team members.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: November 10, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,900.00 and $186,500.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 27, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
INTRODUCTION
GE Vernova is seeking a Staff Cyber Security Architect to help ensure that our application and infrastructure architecture is secure.
In this role, you will support security architecture reviews for cloud and on-premise systems, helping teams design solutions that are secure by design and aligned to GEV security requirements. The ideal candidate brings practical cybersecurity experience, a strong commitment to service excellence, and an interest in protecting and shaping the future of energy.
Responsibilities Include:
Security Architecture and Governance
- Support security architecture activities for AWS and Azure application and infrastructure deployments.
- Participate in security architecture reviews and risk assessments within the enterprise architecture domain governance model.
- Contribute to system architecture designs that follow secure-by-design principles and security best practices.
- Ensure secure-by-design architectures for AI applications and AI agents, including identity, data access, model and tool integration, runtime controls, and human oversight.
- Conduct security reviews for generative AI solutions, agentic workflows, and supporting platforms across cloud and on-premise environments.
Risk, Documentation, and Reusable Guidance
- Draft and publish risk assessment reports that clearly outline cyber risks and mitigating controls.
- Develop and maintain reusable solution patterns that improve clarity, consistency, and alignment across designs.
- Develop and maintain security-related documentation, including policies, standards, and leading practices.
- Contribute to reusable security patterns and risk guidance for AI applications and agents, including prompt and data protection, model supply chain, agent identity and permissions, monitoring, and lifecycle governance.
Technical Development and Collaboration
- Research emerging technologies, industry developments, and market trends to support enterprise project delivery and operations.
- Build technical knowledge within the function by staying current on industry technology and security trends.
- Build peer and cross-functional relationships to share best practices and improve team effectiveness.
- Work collaboratively with project teams and the broader security architecture team to provide practical security guidance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Professional Experience: At least 4 years of experience in enterprise IT and/or cybersecurity.
- Cybersecurity Architecture: At least 1 year of experience supporting cybersecurity architecture, secure solution design, or security assessments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Cybersecurity Architecture and Technical Expertise
- Experience supporting cybersecurity architecture or secure solution design in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Experience with threat modeling, multi-tier web applications, and relevant security standards.
- Familiarity with security considerations for AI and generative AI applications, including large language model integrations, retrieval-augmented generation, APIs, or agentic systems.
- Awareness of AI security risks and controls, including prompt injection, sensitive data exposure, insecure tool use, excessive agency, model and dependency risks, and AI agent identity and access governance.
- Relevant security certification or cloud security training, such as Security+, CCSP, AWS Security, or Azure Security, is a plus.
Collaboration and Influence
- Experience partnering with solution architects to design secure systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate recommendations, collaborate with stakeholders, and build alignment across Digital Technology teams.
Problem Solving and Adaptability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in new areas that require rapid learning, sound judgment, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to gather input from stakeholders and translate business and technical requirements into practical security guidance with support from senior team members.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: November 10, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $111,900.00 and $186,500.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 27, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Security Architect
Confirm your CIP code covers security
Degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, or electrical engineering typically qualify, but information systems degrees vary by institution. Pull your transcript and cross-reference your exact CIP code against the STEM OPT designated degree program list before applying to roles.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment
Any employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify, not just willing to enroll later. Ask recruiters directly and confirm enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search tool before investing time in any application process.
Build your I-983 training plan early
Security Architect roles involve broad responsibilities, so your I-983 must map specific learning objectives to concrete tasks like threat modeling, zero-trust architecture design, or cloud security controls. A vague plan risks DSO rejection and delays your extension start date.
Target companies with active security LCA filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for security architect or information security roles. Recent LCA activity signals that a company has the compliance infrastructure to hire and maintain STEM OPT employees without friction.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified STEM OPT employers
Search for Security Architect roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers whose hiring history confirms they work with STEM OPT students. This cuts out companies that are unfamiliar with the E-Verify requirement or the I-983 process.
Negotiate your offer letter before the I-983 is drafted
Your job title, duties, and supervision structure in the offer letter must align with what you put in your I-983 training plan. Get those terms finalized in writing before your DSO prepares the plan to avoid inconsistencies that USCIS could flag during an audit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Security Architect?
Your degree qualifies if it appears on the STEM OPT designated degree program list, which includes most computer science, cybersecurity, information assurance, and electrical engineering programs. The qualifying factor is your CIP code, not your job title. If your degree is in a field like information systems or management information systems, confirm your institution's specific CIP code against the published list before applying for the extension.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Security Architect role?
Your I-983 must connect your Security Architect duties to specific learning goals tied to your STEM degree. For this role, that means documenting objectives around areas like network security architecture, risk frameworks, or cloud security design, not just listing your job description. Your employer must sign it, and your DSO must approve it before USCIS processes your extension. Vague or mismatched objectives are a common reason DSOs send plans back for revision.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search employer enrollment status directly through the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible. Enrollment must be active at the time you begin working on the STEM OPT extension, not just promised for later. If a company says it will enroll after you join, that's a compliance risk for your status. Always verify before accepting an offer.
Does the cap-gap rule protect me while waiting for H-1B approval as a Security Architect?
Yes, if your OPT or STEM OPT end date falls before October 1 and your H-1B visa petition is filed and accepted under cap, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Your F-1 status and employment authorization remain valid during this period. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility and documentation requirements on their official pages.
Where can I find Security Architect jobs from employers who already work with STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Security Architect roles from employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not starting from zero on E-Verify and I-983 education. You can filter by role and see which companies have the compliance background to hire F-1 students on the extension. The O*NET profile for Security Architect roles also outlines the competencies and tasks that map well to I-983 training objectives.