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Senior Security Consultant roles in risk assessment, penetration testing, and compliance advisory qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related STEM field. Your 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build specialized experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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Alliant's Cyber Consulting team collaborates with a diverse range of Alliant clients, encompassing a broad spectrum of Cyber Risk, Security, Governance, and Compliance advisory and consulting engagements. Our expert team of Cyber specialists assists Alliant's clients in enhancing the resilience of their data, people, operations, and reputation. The Alliant Cyber Consulting team engages with and supports Alliant's clients through every step of their journey toward enhanced cyber resilience.
We are seeking bright, inquisitive minds with experience in and a passion for Cyber Security and Risk Management consulting and advisory services. Our Cyber Consulting team responds to our Client's needs, and provides strategic guidance when and where it is needed the most.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Serve as a technical resource that leverages your knowledge, skills, and experience to help deliver results to clients.
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Lead and support a variety of cyber risk, security, and advisory engagements.
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Ability to clearly communicate risk, security, and technical findings to a variety of clients and internal stakeholders.
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Develop and present comprehensive and accurate reports, deliverables, and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
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Work with Client’s security, risk management, and IT operations teams to guide implementation and strategic program maturity roadmaps.
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Effectively communicate findings and strategies to technical staff, executive leadership, risk management, and to both internal and external clients.
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Collaborate with Alliant Cyber Consulting colleagues to build and execute plans.
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Understanding Client objectives, business drivers, and taking that information to recommend strategies, architectures, roadmaps, operating models, KPIs, to measure and monitor benefits realization.
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Support the development of proposals and statements of work for Alliant clients.
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Support the development of new business opportunities.
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Assist with Cyber Consulting practice operations and back-office support activities.
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Contribute to the development and advancement of complex cybersecurity engagements.
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Build presentations for diverse audiences, ranging from private industry to public entities.
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Foster client relationships by providing support, information, and guidance.
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Escalate client issues appropriately that could threaten or enhance opportunity to the Alliant/client relationship.
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Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor's Degree
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Master's Degree
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Three (3) or more years relevant work experience in Cyber Risk, Security, Governance, and/or Compliance
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CISSP, CISA, CISM, CIPM, CIPP certifications and training strongly considered
SKILLS
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In-depth knowledge of the security threat landscape, control frameworks, and compliance strategies
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Fluent in enterprise resource planning and business process analysis
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Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
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Experience working with diverse teams
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Strong team, project, and client management experience
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Flexible team player with strong interpersonal skills
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A critical thinker and problem solver with attention to detail and adaptability.
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Ability to handle difficult situations in a productive manner
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Has a passion for security and enjoys solving problems
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Outstanding organizational skills
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Ability to travel as required to support engagements
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.
For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply" button.
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.
Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to Careers@Alliant.com.
SUMMARY
Alliant's Cyber Consulting team collaborates with a diverse range of Alliant clients, encompassing a broad spectrum of Cyber Risk, Security, Governance, and Compliance advisory and consulting engagements. Our expert team of Cyber specialists assists Alliant's clients in enhancing the resilience of their data, people, operations, and reputation. The Alliant Cyber Consulting team engages with and supports Alliant's clients through every step of their journey toward enhanced cyber resilience.
We are seeking bright, inquisitive minds with experience in and a passion for Cyber Security and Risk Management consulting and advisory services. Our Cyber Consulting team responds to our Client's needs, and provides strategic guidance when and where it is needed the most.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Serve as a technical resource that leverages your knowledge, skills, and experience to help deliver results to clients.
-
Lead and support a variety of cyber risk, security, and advisory engagements.
-
Ability to clearly communicate risk, security, and technical findings to a variety of clients and internal stakeholders.
-
Develop and present comprehensive and accurate reports, deliverables, and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
-
Work with Client’s security, risk management, and IT operations teams to guide implementation and strategic program maturity roadmaps.
-
Effectively communicate findings and strategies to technical staff, executive leadership, risk management, and to both internal and external clients.
-
Collaborate with Alliant Cyber Consulting colleagues to build and execute plans.
-
Understanding Client objectives, business drivers, and taking that information to recommend strategies, architectures, roadmaps, operating models, KPIs, to measure and monitor benefits realization.
-
Support the development of proposals and statements of work for Alliant clients.
-
Support the development of new business opportunities.
-
Assist with Cyber Consulting practice operations and back-office support activities.
-
Contribute to the development and advancement of complex cybersecurity engagements.
-
Build presentations for diverse audiences, ranging from private industry to public entities.
-
Foster client relationships by providing support, information, and guidance.
-
Escalate client issues appropriately that could threaten or enhance opportunity to the Alliant/client relationship.
-
Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
-
Bachelor's Degree
-
Master's Degree
-
Three (3) or more years relevant work experience in Cyber Risk, Security, Governance, and/or Compliance
-
CISSP, CISA, CISM, CIPM, CIPP certifications and training strongly considered
SKILLS
-
In-depth knowledge of the security threat landscape, control frameworks, and compliance strategies
-
Fluent in enterprise resource planning and business process analysis
-
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
-
Experience working with diverse teams
-
Strong team, project, and client management experience
-
Strong written and verbal communication skills
-
Flexible team player with strong interpersonal skills
-
A critical thinker and problem solver with attention to detail and adaptability.
-
Ability to handle difficult situations in a productive manner
-
Has a passion for security and enjoys solving problems
-
Outstanding organizational skills
-
Ability to travel as required to support engagements
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.
For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply" button.
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.
Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to Careers@Alliant.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Security Consultant
Verify your degree CIP code eligibility
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program list. Cybersecurity, information assurance, and computer science degrees qualify, but a general business degree with a tech concentration often does not.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you advance to final rounds. E-Verify participation is a legal requirement for STEM OPT employers, and finding out after an offer wastes critical authorization time.
Target consulting firms with cleared-work pipelines
Many Senior Security Consultant roles require or prefer security clearance eligibility. Prioritize firms that sponsor clearance investigations for OPT holders, since clearance timelines can extend well beyond your initial 12-month OPT window into your STEM extension period.
Align your I-983 training plan to billable deliverables
Your I-983 must show a direct connection between your STEM degree and your daily consulting work. Map specific project deliverables, such as vulnerability assessments or architecture reviews, to learning objectives your DSO and employer will both sign off on.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-Verify employers
Search Senior Security Consultant roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers verified through DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can prioritize companies already set up to hire STEM OPT students without starting from scratch.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires your extension application to be submitted at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. Submit your I-765 early so any USCIS processing delays don't create a gap before your consulting engagement starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a cybersecurity or information assurance degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension for Senior Security Consultant roles?
Yes. Degrees in cybersecurity, information assurance, computer science, and closely related fields appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program list and qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your DSO can confirm your specific degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. If your degree is in a adjacent field like management information systems, verify the exact CIP code with your school before assuming eligibility.
What E-Verify requirement applies to employers hiring Senior Security Consultants on STEM OPT?
Every employer hiring a STEM OPT student must be enrolled in E-Verify, the federal employment eligibility verification program. This applies regardless of company size or whether the role is a direct hire or contract position at a consulting firm. Ask your recruiter to confirm E-Verify enrollment during the offer stage. USCIS will not approve a STEM OPT extension if the employer is not enrolled.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a Senior Security Consultant position?
The I-983 must document a clear connection between your STEM degree and the specific work you'll perform as a Senior Security Consultant. List concrete activities like penetration testing, security architecture design, or risk assessment, and tie each to formal learning objectives. Both you and an authorized company official must sign the plan, and your DSO must receive an updated I-983 if your role or employer changes.
How does cap-gap protection work if my H-1B is selected in the lottery while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your H-1B visa petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery for an October 1 start date, cap-gap protection automatically extends your STEM OPT authorization through September 30. You can continue working as a Senior Security Consultant during this period without interruption, as long as you remain with the same employer and your I-983 training plan is current.
Where can I find Senior Security Consultant jobs at employers already set up for STEM OPT hiring?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 and STEM OPT students and filters roles by employers with verified sponsorship history using DOL Labor Condition Application data. Searching there lets you focus on companies that have already navigated the E-Verify enrollment and authorization paperwork, rather than screening employers manually during your application process.