STEM OPT System Administrator Jobs
System Administrator roles in IT infrastructure, network management, and cloud operations qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree is in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.
About Us – Information Technology (IT)
- Flexible scheduling.
- On the job training.
- Gain exposure to new and advanced technology in the healthcare setting.
Schedule: Full Time
What You’ll Do
Under the direction of the Manager of Endpoint Solutions and guidance from the Freeman Health System Security Group and Infrastructure Team, the Endpoint System Administrator is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining the endpoint device infrastructure. This includes deploying security configurations, administering endpoint infrastructure, developing images, automating tasks, securing the end-user environment, remediating vulnerabilities, and supporting application deployment. The role involves large-scale projects such as endpoint infrastructure migrations and integrations with new technologies, ensuring compliance with SLA requirements and ITIL standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to maintain and protect devices across the healthcare infrastructure, requiring expertise in endpoint management, security protocols, and healthcare industry standards. The Endpoint System Administrator adheres to procedures, workflows, policies, and tools to provide exceptional support and customer service, communicates effectively within the department, leads projects, trains team members, and participates in an on-call rotation as assigned.
Requirements
- Candidates must be physically located in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas or Oklahoma to qualify.
- Candidates must be able to attend new hire orientation in-person on the designated orientation date.
- Associate Degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field (2 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree in addition to experience below)
- A+ certification or an equivalent credential from the preferred list is required. If not currently certified, the selected candidate must obtain the required certification within six (6) months of hire or transfer.
- 2 years of Information Technology Support
- Demonstrated success troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose problems in large-scale server infrastructure implementations
- Demonstrated success translating business needs into operational requirements
- Demonstrated success mentoring and teaching others on Server Infrastructure technologies management.
Preferred Requirements:
- Net+, CCNA, Security+, Microsoft Endpoint System Administrator or other similar grade or higher certifications
Freeman Perks and Programs
- For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
- Health, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
- Milestone payments with longevity of employment
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Extended Sick pay
- Disability pay
- Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
- Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.
Our Mission
To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.
About Us – Information Technology (IT)
- Flexible scheduling.
- On the job training.
- Gain exposure to new and advanced technology in the healthcare setting.
Schedule: Full Time
What You’ll Do
Under the direction of the Manager of Endpoint Solutions and guidance from the Freeman Health System Security Group and Infrastructure Team, the Endpoint System Administrator is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining the endpoint device infrastructure. This includes deploying security configurations, administering endpoint infrastructure, developing images, automating tasks, securing the end-user environment, remediating vulnerabilities, and supporting application deployment. The role involves large-scale projects such as endpoint infrastructure migrations and integrations with new technologies, ensuring compliance with SLA requirements and ITIL standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to maintain and protect devices across the healthcare infrastructure, requiring expertise in endpoint management, security protocols, and healthcare industry standards. The Endpoint System Administrator adheres to procedures, workflows, policies, and tools to provide exceptional support and customer service, communicates effectively within the department, leads projects, trains team members, and participates in an on-call rotation as assigned.
Requirements
- Candidates must be physically located in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas or Oklahoma to qualify.
- Candidates must be able to attend new hire orientation in-person on the designated orientation date.
- Associate Degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field (2 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree in addition to experience below)
- A+ certification or an equivalent credential from the preferred list is required. If not currently certified, the selected candidate must obtain the required certification within six (6) months of hire or transfer.
- 2 years of Information Technology Support
- Demonstrated success troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose problems in large-scale server infrastructure implementations
- Demonstrated success translating business needs into operational requirements
- Demonstrated success mentoring and teaching others on Server Infrastructure technologies management.
Preferred Requirements:
- Net+, CCNA, Security+, Microsoft Endpoint System Administrator or other similar grade or higher certifications
Freeman Perks and Programs
- For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
- Health, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
- Milestone payments with longevity of employment
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Extended Sick pay
- Disability pay
- Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
- Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a System Administrator
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, information systems, and network administration CIP codes all qualify, but some IT management degrees don't. Confirm with your DSO before targeting STEM OPT roles.
Cross-reference O*NET to document job duties
System Administrator roles span network administration, server management, and cloud infrastructure. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific job title to document how your STEM degree connects to each listed task on your I-983 training plan.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
An employer who isn't enrolled in E-Verify can't legally hire you on STEM OPT, even if they want to. Use Migrate Mate to search System Administrator openings filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers so you aren't wasting applications on ineligible companies.
Target mid-size managed service providers
Managed service providers and IT consulting firms hire System Administrators year-round and typically run leaner HR processes than enterprise companies. Many are already E-Verify enrolled because they hold federal or state contracts, which cuts onboarding friction for STEM OPT candidates.
Submit your I-983 before your OPT end date
Your employer and DSO must sign the I-983 training plan before USCIS can approve your STEM OPT extension. Build in at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires so your DSO has time to update SEVIS and file your I-765 without a gap in work authorization.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship timelines at offer
STEM OPT gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, but cap-gap only applies if your employer files an H-1B visa petition before April 1 of your final OPT year. Clarify the company's H-1B filing history and timeline during offer negotiation, not after you've accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a System Administrator?
Your degree must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by the Department of Homeland Security. Degrees in computer science, information technology, information systems, and network engineering typically qualify. Degrees in general business or liberal arts IT programs may not. Your DSO can confirm your CIP code and whether your specific degree program is STEM-designated before you apply for the extension.
What does my employer need to do to support my STEM OPT authorization?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and must co-sign Form I-983, the Training Plan for STEM OPT Students. The I-983 outlines your learning objectives, how the System Administrator role relates to your STEM degree, and how your employer will evaluate your progress. The employer must report any material changes to your training plan to your DSO within five business days.
How do I find System Administrator jobs where the employer is already enrolled in E-Verify?
Not every employer advertises E-Verify enrollment in job postings. Migrate Mate filters System Administrator openings by employers who meet STEM OPT requirements, including E-Verify participation, so you can focus your search on companies that can actually hire you. You can also ask employers directly during the screening call before investing time in interviews.
What happens to my work authorization if my STEM OPT extension is still pending when my initial OPT expires?
If you file your STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT EAD expires, USCIS automatically extends your work authorization by up to 180 days while the application is pending. This cap-gap provision only applies if your application is timely filed and complete. Work with your DSO to submit the I-765 at least 90 days before your OPT end date to avoid gaps.
Can I switch System Administrator jobs while on STEM OPT?
You can change employers during your STEM OPT extension, but the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and must co-sign a new or amended I-983 training plan. You must report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days. Any period of unemployment longer than 90 days cumulative during your STEM OPT extension can jeopardize your status, so limit gaps between roles.