STEM OPT Security Operations Engineer Jobs
Security Operations Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM 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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Get Access To All JobsWelcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Position Summary:
The Security Operations Engineer is a pivotal role within the cybersecurity team, responsible for driving the implementation and management of robust security measures to protect the organization's digital assets. This role involves leading and overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and providing strategic guidance to enhance the overall security posture of the organization. The Security Operations Engineer is responsible for ensuring a secure environment and minimizing potential risks through proactive security measures.
What you will do:
Security Strategy and Leadership:
- Provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies, standards, and frameworks.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
- Stay updated with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to provide expert guidance and recommendations.
Risk Assessment and Management:
- Support risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Assist with implementation of risk mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Provide subject matter expertise in evaluating security controls and recommending enhancements to mitigate risks effectively.
Security Architecture and Engineering:
- Design, implement, and maintain security solutions (SIEM, SOAR, NDR, EDR and related technologies).
- Develop security standards, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and select security technologies and solutions.
Incident Response and Threat Intelligence:
- Oversee and coordinate incident response efforts, ensuring swift and effective response to security incidents.
- Leverage threat intelligence sources to proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Conduct detailed investigations of security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement remediation measures.
Security Audits and Compliance:
- Provide guidance and expertise in addressing audit findings and implementing necessary improvements.
- Maintain a basic understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to information security.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Participation in an On-call rotation that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
When you will work:
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm plus an on call rotation
- Hybrid schedule; 4 days in office in Wyoming, MI with 1 day remote
What you'll bring to the table:
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Three or more years of related experience required.
- Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
- Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards and their practical implementation.
- Proficiency in security incident response, including forensic analysis, malware analysis, and threat intelligence.
- Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including cloud security and identity and access management.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
- Must have good customer service and time management skills.
- Ability to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems, and reference established precedents and policies.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Position Summary:
The Security Operations Engineer is a pivotal role within the cybersecurity team, responsible for driving the implementation and management of robust security measures to protect the organization's digital assets. This role involves leading and overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and providing strategic guidance to enhance the overall security posture of the organization. The Security Operations Engineer is responsible for ensuring a secure environment and minimizing potential risks through proactive security measures.
What you will do:
Security Strategy and Leadership:
- Provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies, standards, and frameworks.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
- Stay updated with emerging cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to provide expert guidance and recommendations.
Risk Assessment and Management:
- Support risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Assist with implementation of risk mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Provide subject matter expertise in evaluating security controls and recommending enhancements to mitigate risks effectively.
Security Architecture and Engineering:
- Design, implement, and maintain security solutions (SIEM, SOAR, NDR, EDR and related technologies).
- Develop security standards, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and select security technologies and solutions.
Incident Response and Threat Intelligence:
- Oversee and coordinate incident response efforts, ensuring swift and effective response to security incidents.
- Leverage threat intelligence sources to proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Conduct detailed investigations of security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement remediation measures.
Security Audits and Compliance:
- Provide guidance and expertise in addressing audit findings and implementing necessary improvements.
- Maintain a basic understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to information security.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Participation in an On-call rotation that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
When you will work:
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm plus an on call rotation
- Hybrid schedule; 4 days in office in Wyoming, MI with 1 day remote
What you'll bring to the table:
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Three or more years of related experience required.
- Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
- Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards and their practical implementation.
- Proficiency in security incident response, including forensic analysis, malware analysis, and threat intelligence.
- Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including cloud security and identity and access management.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
- Must have good customer service and time management skills.
- Ability to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems, and reference established precedents and policies.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Security Operations Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, cybersecurity, and information systems degrees typically qualify, but your DSO confirms the exact match before you file.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify to hire you on STEM OPT extension. Ask the recruiter or HR contact to confirm their E-Verify company ID number before signing any offer letter.
Build your I-983 training plan around SOC requirements
Security Operations Engineer roles fall under a specific Standard Occupational Classification code. Use O*NET to pull the formal duties and required competencies for that code, then map your training plan tasks directly to those descriptions to satisfy USCIS review.
Target employers with LCA filing history in cybersecurity
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for security or information assurance roles are already familiar with work authorization compliance. Migrate Mate surfaces this DOL filing data by role so you can focus your applications on employers who have sponsored before.
Time your STEM OPT application against reporting deadlines
You must file your STEM OPT extension request at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. Missing that window forces a gap in work authorization, so coordinate with your DSO as soon as you have a qualifying job offer.
Use prevailing wage data to evaluate offer competitiveness
Look up the wage level for your Security Operations Engineer role and geography using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. An offer at or above the prevailing wage also signals the employer understands DOL compliance obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Operations Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems and maps to an approved CIP code on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also relate to your degree field, which your DSO and employer confirm through the I-983 training plan.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension start date. This is a federal requirement, not optional. If an employer isn't enrolled when you file your extension, your authorization is invalid. Ask HR to provide their E-Verify company ID and verify enrollment status directly through the E-Verify portal before you accept an offer.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Security Operations Engineer?
The I-983 must describe how your day-to-day work connects to your STEM degree. For a Security Operations Engineer, that means documenting specific technical duties such as threat detection, incident response, or vulnerability assessment, alongside the learning goals they develop. Your employer signs the plan, and USCIS reviews it if you're selected for audit.
Does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
Yes. If your STEM OPT expires while a timely filed H-1B visa petition is pending for an October 1 start date, cap-gap extends your work authorization automatically until October 1 or until the petition is decided, whichever comes first. You don't need to file separately for cap-gap, but confirm your I-20 reflects the updated end date with your DSO.
Where can I find Security Operations Engineer jobs at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate filters job listings for employers with active work authorization filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't hire STEM OPT students. Search Security Operations Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have the E-Verify enrollment and compliance track record your extension requires.