STEM OPT Security Software Engineer Jobs

Security Software Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related engineering field. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension starts.

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Overview

Open Jobs98+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type76% On-site
Median Salary$146K
Top LocationNew York, NY
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Apple
Security Software Engineer
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Security Software Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Backend Engineering
$126,800/yr - $220,900/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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ByteDance
Security Software Engineer Project Intern
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Security Software Engineer Project Intern
ByteDance
San Jose, California
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$45/hr - $60/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Google
Software Engineer
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Added 1d ago
Software Engineer
Google
Kirkland, Washington
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Data Science & Analytics
Security Engineering
Backend Engineering
$147,000/yr - $211,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Duke University
AI Security Engineer
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AI Security Engineer
Duke University
Durham, North Carolina
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Security Engineering
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cisco
Security Research Engineer
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Security Research Engineer
Cisco
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
Cybersecurity
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Security Engineering
Data Science
$101,500/yr - $200,100/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Security Software Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Cybersecurity and computer science programs typically qualify, but information systems degrees sometimes don't, so confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer.

Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status

Before sending applications, confirm each employer is enrolled in E-Verify using the E-Verify employer search. Security software roles often appear at defense contractors and regulated financial firms, which are enrolled by compliance requirements, making them reliable targets.

Align your I-983 training plan to the role

Work with your hiring manager to map the Security Software Engineer job duties to specific learning objectives in the I-983. USCIS requires a demonstrable connection between your degree field and the role's technical scope, so vague job descriptions create extension risk.

Target employers with cleared or regulated environments

Use Migrate Mate to find Security Software Engineer openings filtered for STEM OPT-eligible employers. Defense, fintech, and healthcare IT employers often have structured onboarding for work-authorization candidates and existing E-Verify infrastructure already in place.

Address security clearance timing during offer negotiation

Many Security Software Engineer roles list clearance eligibility as preferred rather than required at hire. Clarify during the offer stage whether the role requires an active clearance on day one, since sponsoring your STEM OPT extension and initiating a clearance process run in parallel.

Submit your STEM OPT extension application 90 days early

File your STEM OPT extension application with USCIS up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. If your I-765 is pending on your OPT end date, your cap-gap protection keeps your work authorization continuous while USCIS adjudicates the extension.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a cybersecurity degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension for Security Software Engineer roles?

Cybersecurity degrees typically qualify if the program's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Common qualifying codes include 11.1003 (Computer and Information Systems Security) and related computer engineering fields. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before filing, since the degree program determines eligibility, not the job title itself.

What E-Verify requirement applies to employers hiring Security Software Engineer STEM OPT students?

Any employer hiring you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify at the worksite level where you'll work, not just at the company's headquarters. You can verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer. Without active E-Verify enrollment, the employer cannot legally employ you on the 24-month extension.

How should the I-983 training plan reflect Security Software Engineer job duties?

The I-983 must connect your specific engineering or computer science degree to the role's technical responsibilities. For Security Software Engineer positions, this means documenting learning objectives around secure code development, vulnerability assessment, or systems architecture that directly relate to your degree field. USCIS reviews this connection during adjudication, so generic job descriptions weaken the filing.

How does cap-gap protection work if my initial OPT expires while my STEM OPT extension is pending?

If you file your STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization while USCIS processes the I-765. You can continue working as a Security Software Engineer during this period without interruption. Carry both your expired EAD and your I-20 with the STEM OPT extension recommendation as proof of authorized status.

Where can I find Security Software Engineer jobs from employers already set up to hire STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate lists Security Software Engineer roles filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and a history of hiring F-1 students on OPT. Searching there saves you from applying to companies that will stall or withdraw offers once they learn the E-Verify and I-983 requirements apply. You can also cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile to identify which degree fields align with the role's defined skill set.

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