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Cybersecurity intern roles are among the more sponsorship-friendly entry-level positions in tech, with employers regularly filing H-1B visa and OPT-based work authorization for candidates with degrees in computer science, information security, or related fields. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) Director - For Consumer Sectors
City: New York, New Jersey
State/Province: New Jersey, New York
Posting Start Date: 9/27/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world.
As an Executive for Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) at Wipro Technologies-USA, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and expanding our security solutions within the dynamic landscape of Cybersecurity for the Consumer Sectors. Your primary focus will be on generating sales in the Consumer sector critical areas such as Identity Access Management (IAM), Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC), Security Operations Centers (SOC), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and overall risk management strategies. Your expertise will be essential in effective consulting and leading sales strategies which are rapidly evolving and present unique challenges in the realm of enterprise security. LOCATION US
In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tailor solutions that meet our clients' distinct security needs while promoting Wipro’s commitment to quality and effectiveness. A successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of market dynamics and emerging trends in cybersecurity, enabling you to effectively position our services and articulate their value to prospective clients.
Specialist for Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) Service Line and would be responsible for driving sales of our security group. The ideal individual will have experience in Cybersecurity services; IAM, GRC, SOC, SIEM, compliance, risk management.
- Consult on Enterprise Security Solutions Offerings
- Manage Presales Consulting, Architect Solutions according to the customer demands
- Responsible for revenue management for the allocated region / accounts
- Create Business Development Plans for allocated sector / accounts
- Ownership for both Farming and Hunting accounts
- Work in a Virtual team to create value propositions to customers
- Own and Run Large bid processes with a virtual team
- Engage with CXOs to build the Security Business
- Represent the team in various steering committees, resolver groups and drive the entire engagement
- Work with various teams and stakeholders in the customer environment to transition and roll out the SOC to the customer
- Position, Architect and Solution blueprint customer’s IT Security requirements
- Manage Customer expectations and be responsible for CSAT
- Identify and convert new opportunities for business
- Manage complete end-to-end Bid Management process of Security Programs for the region / accounts
- Evangelize Security Solutions and convert them into opportunities
- You will be able to demonstrate a persevering and customer-oriented approach with commercial and business acumen.
You will have effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong market knowledge of Enterprise Security industry and trends. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and highly motivated in order to take up the challenging task of generating more business in the allocated account(s). Interested to work as an Individual contributor.
Expected annual pay for this role ranges from $200,000.00 to $280,000.00. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro’s standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.
Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention. Come to Wipro. Realize your ambitions.
Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.
Job Title: Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) Director - For Consumer Sectors
City: New York, New Jersey
State/Province: New Jersey, New York
Posting Start Date: 9/27/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world.
As an Executive for Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) at Wipro Technologies-USA, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales and expanding our security solutions within the dynamic landscape of Cybersecurity for the Consumer Sectors. Your primary focus will be on generating sales in the Consumer sector critical areas such as Identity Access Management (IAM), Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC), Security Operations Centers (SOC), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and overall risk management strategies. Your expertise will be essential in effective consulting and leading sales strategies which are rapidly evolving and present unique challenges in the realm of enterprise security. LOCATION US
In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tailor solutions that meet our clients' distinct security needs while promoting Wipro’s commitment to quality and effectiveness. A successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of market dynamics and emerging trends in cybersecurity, enabling you to effectively position our services and articulate their value to prospective clients.
Specialist for Cybersecurity & Risk Services (CRS) Service Line and would be responsible for driving sales of our security group. The ideal individual will have experience in Cybersecurity services; IAM, GRC, SOC, SIEM, compliance, risk management.
- Consult on Enterprise Security Solutions Offerings
- Manage Presales Consulting, Architect Solutions according to the customer demands
- Responsible for revenue management for the allocated region / accounts
- Create Business Development Plans for allocated sector / accounts
- Ownership for both Farming and Hunting accounts
- Work in a Virtual team to create value propositions to customers
- Own and Run Large bid processes with a virtual team
- Engage with CXOs to build the Security Business
- Represent the team in various steering committees, resolver groups and drive the entire engagement
- Work with various teams and stakeholders in the customer environment to transition and roll out the SOC to the customer
- Position, Architect and Solution blueprint customer’s IT Security requirements
- Manage Customer expectations and be responsible for CSAT
- Identify and convert new opportunities for business
- Manage complete end-to-end Bid Management process of Security Programs for the region / accounts
- Evangelize Security Solutions and convert them into opportunities
- You will be able to demonstrate a persevering and customer-oriented approach with commercial and business acumen.
You will have effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong market knowledge of Enterprise Security industry and trends. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and highly motivated in order to take up the challenging task of generating more business in the allocated account(s). Interested to work as an Individual contributor.
Expected annual pay for this role ranges from $200,000.00 to $280,000.00. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro’s standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.
Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention. Come to Wipro. Realize your ambitions.
Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Intern
Lead with your degree field, not just your title
Cybersecurity intern roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to a relevant degree. Explicitly connect your computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity degree to the role in every application and cover letter.
Target employers with an active H-1B filing history
Companies that have previously sponsored cybersecurity or IT roles are far more likely to extend sponsorship to interns they convert to full-time. Internships at established tech firms and federal contractors are your strongest path.
Start OPT paperwork early if you're on F-1 status
OPT applications should be filed 90 days before your internship start date. Missing this window can delay your authorization by weeks, which may jeopardize the offer before you even begin working.
Highlight security clearance eligibility if you have it
Many cybersecurity internships, particularly at defense contractors and government agencies, value clearance eligibility. Mentioning your eligibility status can meaningfully separate your application from other international candidates.
Use the internship to position for H-1B sponsorship
Treat the internship as a 10- to 12-week interview for full-time sponsorship. Employers who convert interns to full-time are the same employers most willing to file an H-1B petition on your behalf.
Document your technical contributions clearly
Visa petitions for cybersecurity roles require evidence the position demands specialized knowledge. Keep records of specific projects, tools used, and technical responsibilities, as these details support a strong specialty occupation argument.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a cybersecurity internship be sponsored on an H-1B visa?
Internships are rarely sponsored directly via H-1B visa because H-1B requires full-time or part-time employment in a specialty occupation, and short-term internships are harder to qualify. Most international students complete cybersecurity internships under OPT or CPT, then pursue H-1B sponsorship when converting to a full-time role after graduation.
What degree do I need to qualify for a sponsored cybersecurity intern role?
Cybersecurity intern positions that can lead to visa sponsorship typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, or electrical engineering. Degrees in unrelated fields are unlikely to satisfy the specialty occupation requirement, even if you have relevant technical skills or certifications.
How do I find cybersecurity internships that are open to international students?
Browse Migrate Mate to filter cybersecurity internships by sponsorship willingness. Most employers who post here are familiar with OPT and CPT work authorization, which reduces friction during the hiring process compared to applying through platforms that don't screen for sponsorship-open employers.
Do cybersecurity internships at government contractors sponsor international students?
Federal contractors and government agencies often restrict internships to U.S. citizens or permanent residents due to security clearance requirements. Some contractor roles at the intern level are open to international students with OPT, but positions requiring a security clearance are almost always closed to non-citizens regardless of status.
What are my visa options if my cybersecurity internship turns into a full-time offer?
If your internship converts to a full-time role, you have two main paths: extend your OPT (including the 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies) while your employer files an H-1B petition, or if you're Australian, explore the E-3 visa as a faster and lottery-free alternative. Your employer's HR or legal team should begin this process at least six months before your OPT expires.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Cybersecurity Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.