STEM OPT Systems Security Engineer Jobs
Systems Security Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information security, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll train under a formal I-983 plan tied to your security engineering work.
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We are seeking a full-time Aviation Systems Security Engineer at our office in Olathe, Kansas, to design and evaluate security architectures for our avionics systems, products, and services. Working in close collaboration with various engineering teams, you will apply your systems engineering skills and cybersecurity expertise to ensure certification and business requirements are met and Garmin’s high security posture is maintained.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Plan, design, and analyze security architectures to meet certification and business requirements
- Perform security assessments using applicable industry standards, guidance, and methods
- Generate and maintain security standards, processes, and requirements
- Develop threat models to identify threat scenarios and determine risk acceptability
- Plan and execute security testing to ensure robustness of implemented security measures
- Actively monitor and evaluate the global cybersecurity landscape
- Perform technical market research on emerging technologies
- Support incident response efforts including investigation, remediation, and communication
- Coordinate security initiatives internally to establish a robust security posture
- Understand and communicate customer expectations across aviation markets
- Proactively improve processes, tools, and procedures
- Exemplify Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Quality Policy and proactively work to improve Garmin’s image and culture
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Systems Integration, System Safety, System Requirements, System Security
- Demonstrated problem solving ability
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in an Engineering field
- Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated ability to develop software, perform security testing, or conduct security risk assessments in accordance with RTCA DO-326A, EUROCAE ED-202A, or ASTM F3532
- Experience with avionics certification standards and guidance such as ARP 4754[A] or ARP 4761
- Demonstrated passion for and involvement in the aviation community
- Operational knowledge of Garmin or competitive avionics
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a full-time Aviation Systems Security Engineer at our office in Olathe, Kansas, to design and evaluate security architectures for our avionics systems, products, and services. Working in close collaboration with various engineering teams, you will apply your systems engineering skills and cybersecurity expertise to ensure certification and business requirements are met and Garmin’s high security posture is maintained.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Plan, design, and analyze security architectures to meet certification and business requirements
- Perform security assessments using applicable industry standards, guidance, and methods
- Generate and maintain security standards, processes, and requirements
- Develop threat models to identify threat scenarios and determine risk acceptability
- Plan and execute security testing to ensure robustness of implemented security measures
- Actively monitor and evaluate the global cybersecurity landscape
- Perform technical market research on emerging technologies
- Support incident response efforts including investigation, remediation, and communication
- Coordinate security initiatives internally to establish a robust security posture
- Understand and communicate customer expectations across aviation markets
- Proactively improve processes, tools, and procedures
- Exemplify Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Quality Policy and proactively work to improve Garmin’s image and culture
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Systems Integration, System Safety, System Requirements, System Security
- Demonstrated problem solving ability
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in an Engineering field
- Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated ability to develop software, perform security testing, or conduct security risk assessments in accordance with RTCA DO-326A, EUROCAE ED-202A, or ASTM F3532
- Experience with avionics certification standards and guidance such as ARP 4754[A] or ARP 4761
- Demonstrated passion for and involvement in the aviation community
- Operational knowledge of Garmin or competitive avionics
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Systems Security Engineer
Verify your CIP code matches security engineering
Not every computer science or IT degree CIP code qualifies for STEM OPT. Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying, and confirm with your DSO that your specific credential covers information assurance or security engineering.
Build an I-983 training plan around real deliverables
Systems security roles involve concrete, measurable work: threat modeling, penetration testing cycles, incident response protocols. Draft your I-983 learning objectives around specific security functions before your offer is signed so your DSO and employer can finalize it without delays.
Filter job postings by E-Verify enrollment status
Many security engineering postings don't state E-Verify enrollment upfront. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring, so you're not discovering enrollment gaps late in the interview process when offer timelines are tight.
Target federal contractors with cleared security roles
Federal contractors staffing cleared or compliance-focused security roles are required to use E-Verify as a condition of their contracts. Searching DOL LCA disclosure data for security engineering filings at defense and government contractors helps you find structurally compliant employers before you apply.
Negotiate your start date around OPT card processing
USCIS processes STEM OPT extension applications while your initial OPT remains valid, but EAD card production adds weeks. Confirm your current EAD expiration with your DSO and give yourself at least 90 days of buffer when accepting a start date for a systems security role.
Use SOC codes to find accurate prevailing wage benchmarks
Systems Security Engineer roles often file under SOC 15-1212. Run the OFLC Wage Search using that code and your work location to understand the wage level your employer must certify before the LCA is filed, so you can spot offers that fall short of compliance thresholds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Systems Security Engineer?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer science, information assurance, cybersecurity, electrical engineering, and related fields typically qualify. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on the CIP code attached to your specific credential, not the degree title alone.
Does a Systems Security Engineer employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employment. Your employer must be enrolled before your STEM OPT extension is approved. If your employer is not yet enrolled, they can register through E-Verify directly, but that process takes time and should happen before you submit your STEM OPT application to USCIS.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a Systems Security Engineer role?
Your I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your security engineering work, the supervision structure, and how the training connects to your STEM degree. For this role, that typically means detailing responsibilities like vulnerability assessments, security architecture reviews, or incident response workflows. Your employer's direct supervisor signs off on the plan.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files for H-1B while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT expires before October 1 of the H-1B visa fiscal year and your employer filed a timely H-1B petition that was selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization. You can continue working as a Systems Security Engineer without interruption during this gap period. USCIS confirms this status through your updated I-20.
Where can I find Systems Security Engineer jobs at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate filters Systems Security Engineer roles by employers already enrolled in E-Verify and with documented STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not manually cross-referencing enrollment status during your search. This saves significant time compared to contacting HR teams individually to verify compliance before applying.