STEM OPT Software Systems Engineer Jobs
Software Systems Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they fall under computer science and engineering CIP codes, making you eligible for the 24-month extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension is approved.
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Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Software Systems Engineer. The Software Systems Engineer will be responsible for providing local IT leadership for a defense-facing business environment by maintaining reliable systems, supporting users, and leading cybersecurity and compliance readiness. The role combines hands-on technical support, systems administration, CMMC/NIST execution, project coordination, vendor management, documentation, and secure infrastructure improvement. This role is located in East Longmeadow, MA and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations will be required (10 - 15% travel).
Base Salary Range: $115,000 to $123,000
May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle. At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.
Responsibilities
Software Systems Engineer Responsibilities:
- Lead local IT operations by maintaining reliable hardware, software, network communications, user access, endpoint systems, backup/recovery practices, and business-critical technology support.
- Lead CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR/CUI, and defense-contractor compliance execution at the site level, including control implementation, evidence collection, POA&M follow-up, user training, and audit support.
- Coordinate cybersecurity operations, including endpoint detection and response, vulnerability remediation, phishing response, security incident procedures, access reviews, firewall/network security follow-up, and secure configuration practices.
- Serve as the senior local technical escalation point for helpdesk tickets, onboarding/offboarding, Active Directory/Microsoft 365 support, computer imaging, desktop/server troubleshooting, applications support, and end-user training.
- Manage small to medium IT, security, infrastructure, and compliance projects by coordinating internal resources, corporate IT, outside vendors, consultants, auditors, timelines, documentation, and completion requirements.
- Develop and maintain IT documentation, policies, work instructions, diagrams, asset records, knowledge articles, compliance evidence, recurring metrics, and process improvements that support operational reliability and audit readiness.
Software Systems Engineer Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Management with a technical background, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, infrastructure support, cybersecurity, or a closely related technical role.
- Minimum 1 year experience managing government Azure Cloud.
- Practical working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, endpoint management, PC hardware, network protocols, desktop/server technologies, ticketing systems, and common business applications.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity practices, including endpoint protection, vulnerability management, phishing response, incident response, access control, secure configuration, and backup/recovery practices.
- Familiarity with CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR/CUI handling, DFARS cybersecurity expectations, GCC High/secure enclave concepts, or other regulated defense-contractor IT requirements.
- Strong project management, prioritization, problem-solving, vendor coordination, and documentation skills.
- Ability to communicate technical and compliance information clearly to non-technical employees, executives, auditors, outside service providers, and corporate IT/security teams.
- High integrity, strong judgment, service orientation, accountability, and ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Preferred: experience in manufacturing, distribution, aerospace, defense, or regulated industrial environments; experience with ERP, warehouse, quality, inspection, or shop-floor systems.
- Preferred certifications include Security+, Network+, Microsoft certifications, CMMC CCP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent credentials; practical experience may be considered in place of certifications.
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Software Systems Engineer. The Software Systems Engineer will be responsible for providing local IT leadership for a defense-facing business environment by maintaining reliable systems, supporting users, and leading cybersecurity and compliance readiness. The role combines hands-on technical support, systems administration, CMMC/NIST execution, project coordination, vendor management, documentation, and secure infrastructure improvement. This role is located in East Longmeadow, MA and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations will be required (10 - 15% travel).
Base Salary Range: $115,000 to $123,000
May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle. At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.
Responsibilities
Software Systems Engineer Responsibilities:
- Lead local IT operations by maintaining reliable hardware, software, network communications, user access, endpoint systems, backup/recovery practices, and business-critical technology support.
- Lead CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR/CUI, and defense-contractor compliance execution at the site level, including control implementation, evidence collection, POA&M follow-up, user training, and audit support.
- Coordinate cybersecurity operations, including endpoint detection and response, vulnerability remediation, phishing response, security incident procedures, access reviews, firewall/network security follow-up, and secure configuration practices.
- Serve as the senior local technical escalation point for helpdesk tickets, onboarding/offboarding, Active Directory/Microsoft 365 support, computer imaging, desktop/server troubleshooting, applications support, and end-user training.
- Manage small to medium IT, security, infrastructure, and compliance projects by coordinating internal resources, corporate IT, outside vendors, consultants, auditors, timelines, documentation, and completion requirements.
- Develop and maintain IT documentation, policies, work instructions, diagrams, asset records, knowledge articles, compliance evidence, recurring metrics, and process improvements that support operational reliability and audit readiness.
Software Systems Engineer Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Management with a technical background, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in IT support, systems administration, infrastructure support, cybersecurity, or a closely related technical role.
- Minimum 1 year experience managing government Azure Cloud.
- Practical working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, endpoint management, PC hardware, network protocols, desktop/server technologies, ticketing systems, and common business applications.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity practices, including endpoint protection, vulnerability management, phishing response, incident response, access control, secure configuration, and backup/recovery practices.
- Familiarity with CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR/CUI handling, DFARS cybersecurity expectations, GCC High/secure enclave concepts, or other regulated defense-contractor IT requirements.
- Strong project management, prioritization, problem-solving, vendor coordination, and documentation skills.
- Ability to communicate technical and compliance information clearly to non-technical employees, executives, auditors, outside service providers, and corporate IT/security teams.
- High integrity, strong judgment, service orientation, accountability, and ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Preferred: experience in manufacturing, distribution, aerospace, defense, or regulated industrial environments; experience with ERP, warehouse, quality, inspection, or shop-floor systems.
- Preferred certifications include Security+, Network+, Microsoft certifications, CMMC CCP, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent credentials; practical experience may be considered in place of certifications.
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
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Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List published by USCIS. Computer science, electrical engineering, and computer engineering codes qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes don't match without a DSO review.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before applying
Before accepting an offer, ask the employer's HR team for their E-Verify Company ID. Employers can also self-verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool. A company that isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of intent to sponsor.
Build a systems portfolio with documented outcomes
Hiring managers for Software Systems Engineer roles expect evidence of end-to-end system design work, not just code contributions. Document architecture decisions, performance benchmarks, and trade-off reasoning from academic or internship projects to strengthen your candidacy at E-Verify enrolled employers.
Target employers with active I-983 experience
Some employers are unfamiliar with the I-983 training plan requirement and delay offers when they discover it late. Ask recruiters directly whether their company has onboarded STEM OPT students before, since experienced employers complete the training plan faster and reduce your authorization gap risk.
Search STEM OPT roles on Migrate Mate
Filter your Software Systems Engineer job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers already enrolled in E-Verify. This cuts hours of manual verification and surfaces roles where the employer understands STEM OPT requirements and has the infrastructure to file your training plan promptly.
Time your application around cap-gap protection
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30 automatically. Submit your STEM OPT extension application to your DSO at least 90 days before your OPT end date to keep this option open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree falls under a qualifying CIP code on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Computer science, systems engineering, and electrical engineering degrees typically qualify. Your DSO confirms eligibility before filing the extension, and the role itself must provide practical training directly related to your degree field.
What is the I-983 training plan and how does it apply to this role?
The I-983 is a formal training agreement between you and your employer that outlines how the Software Systems Engineer position provides training in your STEM field. Your employer signs it, your DSO countersigns it, and USCIS requires it before approving the 24-month extension. The plan must describe specific learning objectives tied to your degree, not just general job duties.
How do I verify that a Software Systems Engineer employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify Company ID during the offer stage, before you accept. You can also use the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment independently. If the employer isn't enrolled, they cannot legally hire you on STEM OPT, and enrollment cannot be completed retroactively after your start date.
How does cap-gap protection work if my OPT expires before an H-1B decision?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your current OPT EAD expires, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Software Systems Engineer during this period without interruption. USCIS provides cap-gap guidance, and your DSO issues an updated I-20 reflecting the extension.
Where can I find Software Systems Engineer jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Software Systems Engineer listings to show employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is the baseline requirement for STEM OPT. This saves you from applying to roles where you'll need to educate the employer about I-983 requirements from scratch. Employers familiar with STEM OPT can move faster on training plan completion and reduce delays in your authorization start date.