Technology OPT Jobs in Maryland
Maryland's technology sector spans cybersecurity firms in Bethesda, federal contractors in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, and biotech-adjacent software companies in Rockville and Silver Spring. Major employers including Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and SAIC regularly hire international talent, making Maryland one of the more active states for F-1 OPT sponsorship in technology.
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ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™.
ASRC Federal AFSS is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense systems. We are seeking a Project Support Specialist to support a NASA contract in Greenbelt, MD.
Responsibilities:
- Provide full-time, on-site Project Support for the Earth Dynamics Geodetic Explorer (EDGE) and Stratosphere Troposphere Response using Infrared Vertically resolved light Explorer (STRIVE) projects at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
- Proactively interface with all levels of management and project team members to ensure comprehensive support for the Project Office.
- Manage Outlook calendars for conference rooms and the Project Management team.
- Coordinate meeting logistics, including preparing agendas, confirming attendees, reserving conference rooms, and compiling meeting minutes.
- Support onboarding of new hires and visitors, including badging coordination and tracking through IDMAX and NAMS.
- Coordinate travel authorizations and travel vouchers utilizing the Travel Request Tool (TRT).
- Maintain inventory of office supplies and place replenishment orders as needed.
- Prepare, route, and track official correspondence and document.
- Submit and manage the Facility Requests using the Management Operations Services and Information (MOSI) System.
- Submit and manage NASA Access Management System (NAMS) requests.
- Submit and manage Enterprise Service Desk (ESD) requests for laptops and other IT equipment.
- Coordinate office moves activities, including phones, computers, office locations, moving supplies, and service requests.
- Process onboarding and off-boarding requests and ensure appropriate badging requirements are completed.
- Track, manage, and respond to various project action items.
- Provide event planning and on-site logistical support for reviews, meetings, and special events.
Requirements
- Ability to provide full-time on-site support at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD, with optional telework on Fridays.
- Outstanding, proactive customer service skills with the ability to anticipate needs, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide timely solutions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with professionals at all levels.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to meet fast-paced reporting deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Demonstrated ethics, discretion, and professional judgement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Teams features is highly desirable, including creating and managing channels, posts/threads, tabs, and shared workspaces, to support team collaboration and project communication.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Box file management is highly desirable, including setting and adjusting permissions, uploading and organizing documents, creating and maintaining folder structures, and ensuring appropriate access controls for project teams.
- Knowledge of GSFC administrative systems, such as eMod, IDMAX, and TRT (Travel Request Tool) is highly desirable.
- Must meet government NAC and citizenship/permanent residency requirements for access to NASA GSFC. Extensive background investigation will be performed as a requirement of the job.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and 3-4 years of experience or 7-8 years of experience in lieu of degree.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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Which technology companies in Maryland sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Federal IT contractors and defense technology firms are among the most active F-1 OPT sponsors in Maryland. Companies such as Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, SAIC, and Lockheed Martin's technology divisions have historically filed OPT-related work authorizations. Cybersecurity firms concentrated around the NSA corridor in Anne Arundel County also hire international students, though sponsorship availability varies by role, team, and current headcount.
Which cities in Maryland have the most technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Bethesda, Rockville, and Silver Spring in Montgomery County account for a significant share of Maryland's technology hiring, driven by proximity to federal agencies and established corporate campuses. The Baltimore metro area, including Columbia and Hanover, is active in cybersecurity and federal IT contracting. The I-270 technology corridor stretching from Gaithersburg to Frederick has seen consistent growth in software and data engineering roles.
What types of technology roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Maryland?
Roles in software engineering, cybersecurity analysis, data science, cloud infrastructure, and systems integration are among the most commonly filled positions under F-1 OPT in Maryland's technology sector. Given the state's heavy federal contracting presence, positions involving IT program management, network engineering, and intelligence systems development also appear regularly. Roles must be directly related to your degree field to qualify for standard OPT, and STEM OPT extension requires a qualifying STEM degree.
How do I find technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type, so you can search for technology roles in Maryland that employers have indicated will support F-1 OPT. This saves time compared to manually screening postings. Maryland's federal contracting ecosystem means many sponsoring employers post roles tied to specific contract cycles, so checking Migrate Mate regularly for new technology listings in the Baltimore-Washington area increases your chances of catching openings early.
Are there any Maryland-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in technology?
Many Maryland technology employers hold federal contracts that require security clearances. F-1 OPT students are generally not eligible for U.S. security clearances, which can limit access to certain roles at defense and intelligence contractors even when OPT is otherwise accepted. Focusing on commercial technology divisions, civilian-facing government contractor roles, or private sector companies in the Montgomery County and Baltimore tech communities tends to yield more accessible opportunities for international students.