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Cybersecurity Specialist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation standard: a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field is required. Australian professionals can enter the U.S. job market without a lottery or annual cap, with two-year visas renewable indefinitely as long as you maintain qualifying employment.
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The mission of TikTok's Global Security Organization is to build and earn trust by reducing risk and securing our businesses and products. Also known as "GSO", this team is the foundation of our efforts to keep TikTok safe, secure, and operating at scale for over 1 billion people around the world. We work to ensure that the TikTok platform is safe and secure, that our users' experience and their data remains safe from external or internal threats, and that we comply with global regulations wherever TikTok operates. Trust is one of TikTok's biggest initiatives, and security is integral to our success. In whatever ways users interact with us — whether they're watching videos on their For You page, interacting with a Live video, or buying products on TikTok Shop — GSO protects their data and privacy, so they can have a secure and trustworthy experience.
As a Cybersecurity Resilience Specialist at TikTok, you will serve as the connective tissue between security, engineering, operations, and business operations ensuring that TikTok's most critical processes, departments, systems, and third-party partners can withstand, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats and disruptions. You will work across every major function of the organization, translating complex cyber risk into actionable resilience strategies and preparing teams at all levels to perform when it matters most.
Responsibilities
As a Security Resilience Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Identifying and mapping TikTok's most critical business processes, departments, systems, and third-party dependencies conducted Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and Technology Impact Analyses (TIAs) to define Recovery Time Objectives/Recovery Point Objectives (RTOs/RPOs) and single points of failure
- Partnering cross-functionally with infrastructure, Site Reliability Engineering, application, legal, procurement, and business teams to embed resilience and security requirements in critical business functions
- Governing, documenting, and continuously improving Disaster Recovery (DR) architectures including failover strategies, backup and replication methods, and multi-region redundancy in collaboration with engineering and platform teams
- Leading and facilitating cyber-resilience exercises such as failover simulations, recovery validation tests, load/stress assessments, and cyberattack tabletop scenarios
- Preparing business units, technology teams, and leadership to understand their roles in cybersecurity scenarios by building organizational readiness and response capability, not just documentation
- Identifying, tracking, and remediating third-party risks across the full vendor lifecycle from pre-onboarding through operational monitoring to offboarding and reviewing secure technical integrations including APIs, network connections, cloud configurations, and identity/access patterns
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep knowledge of continuity methodologies and standards (e.g., ISO 22301, NIST SP 800-34, FFIEC), with hands-on experience conducting BIAs, TIAs, and dependency mapping to define RTOs/RPOs and validate technical recovery strategies
- Ability to translate third-party and technical risk into clear business impact, aligning resilience strategies with cybersecurity controls, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities
- Ability to work from the NYC office at least 5 days per week, with domestic and international travel as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years in business continuity, disaster recovery, operational risk, or cyber resilience, with a demonstrated track record of leading technical continuity and recovery initiatives across complex, global environments
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale resilience programs in high-growth, rapidly evolving, or highly scrutinized technology environments
- Hands-on experience with business continuity planning tools, platforms, or GRC systems
- Relevant certifications such as CBCP, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer, CRISC, CISM, or PMP
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $134400 - $235600 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
INTRODUCTION
The mission of TikTok's Global Security Organization is to build and earn trust by reducing risk and securing our businesses and products. Also known as "GSO", this team is the foundation of our efforts to keep TikTok safe, secure, and operating at scale for over 1 billion people around the world. We work to ensure that the TikTok platform is safe and secure, that our users' experience and their data remains safe from external or internal threats, and that we comply with global regulations wherever TikTok operates. Trust is one of TikTok's biggest initiatives, and security is integral to our success. In whatever ways users interact with us — whether they're watching videos on their For You page, interacting with a Live video, or buying products on TikTok Shop — GSO protects their data and privacy, so they can have a secure and trustworthy experience.
As a Cybersecurity Resilience Specialist at TikTok, you will serve as the connective tissue between security, engineering, operations, and business operations ensuring that TikTok's most critical processes, departments, systems, and third-party partners can withstand, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats and disruptions. You will work across every major function of the organization, translating complex cyber risk into actionable resilience strategies and preparing teams at all levels to perform when it matters most.
Responsibilities
As a Security Resilience Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Identifying and mapping TikTok's most critical business processes, departments, systems, and third-party dependencies conducted Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and Technology Impact Analyses (TIAs) to define Recovery Time Objectives/Recovery Point Objectives (RTOs/RPOs) and single points of failure
- Partnering cross-functionally with infrastructure, Site Reliability Engineering, application, legal, procurement, and business teams to embed resilience and security requirements in critical business functions
- Governing, documenting, and continuously improving Disaster Recovery (DR) architectures including failover strategies, backup and replication methods, and multi-region redundancy in collaboration with engineering and platform teams
- Leading and facilitating cyber-resilience exercises such as failover simulations, recovery validation tests, load/stress assessments, and cyberattack tabletop scenarios
- Preparing business units, technology teams, and leadership to understand their roles in cybersecurity scenarios by building organizational readiness and response capability, not just documentation
- Identifying, tracking, and remediating third-party risks across the full vendor lifecycle from pre-onboarding through operational monitoring to offboarding and reviewing secure technical integrations including APIs, network connections, cloud configurations, and identity/access patterns
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep knowledge of continuity methodologies and standards (e.g., ISO 22301, NIST SP 800-34, FFIEC), with hands-on experience conducting BIAs, TIAs, and dependency mapping to define RTOs/RPOs and validate technical recovery strategies
- Ability to translate third-party and technical risk into clear business impact, aligning resilience strategies with cybersecurity controls, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities
- Ability to work from the NYC office at least 5 days per week, with domestic and international travel as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years in business continuity, disaster recovery, operational risk, or cyber resilience, with a demonstrated track record of leading technical continuity and recovery initiatives across complex, global environments
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale resilience programs in high-growth, rapidly evolving, or highly scrutinized technology environments
- Hands-on experience with business continuity planning tools, platforms, or GRC systems
- Relevant certifications such as CBCP, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer, CRISC, CISM, or PMP
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $134400 - $235600 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Specialist
Document your credential equivalency early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 visa purposes, but your employer may request a credential evaluation. Get a NACES-member evaluation before interviews so you can confirm your eligibility on the spot.
Target employers with active security clearance programs
Federal contractors and agencies require clearance-eligible hires, which typically means U.S. citizenship. Focus your E-3 job search on commercial cybersecurity firms, financial institutions, and healthcare organizations where clearance isn't a blanket requirement.
Verify your employer can file an LCA before accepting
The E-3 process requires your employer to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consulate appointment. Confirm the hiring team understands this step and has a process for it. Employers without prior experience filing LCAs are the most common cause of E-3 delays.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This removes the burden from an employer who may be filing their first E-3 and reduces errors that cause consulate appointment delays.
Negotiate role titles that clearly reflect specialty occupation
Generic titles like 'IT Analyst' can create ambiguity at the consulate about whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Push for precise titles such as 'Cybersecurity Analyst,' 'Information Security Engineer,' or 'Security Operations Specialist' to align with DOL's occupational classifications.
Time your consulate appointment around your start date
E-3 visas are issued for the duration of your LCA, typically up to two years. Schedule your appointment no more than 90 days before your agreed start date so the visa validity aligns with when you actually begin work, avoiding an unnecessarily short initial period.
E-3 Visa Cybersecurity Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Cybersecurity Specialist jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Cybersecurity Specialist roles at employers with documented visa sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that don't have a process for E-3 filings. Filter by role, location, and sponsorship type to focus your applications on realistic opportunities.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Cybersecurity Specialist roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted, so there's no lottery and no random selection process. The H-1B visa is subject to an oversubscribed lottery where most registrants aren't selected. For Australian cybersecurity professionals, the E-3 means you can time your start date with your employer rather than waiting on a lottery result that may not come.
Does my Australian cybersecurity certification count toward E-3 eligibility?
Professional certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CISA don't substitute for the degree requirement on their own, but they strengthen the case that your role is a specialty occupation. The E-3 requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, and certifications combined with your degree and experience build that case at the consulate.
Can I switch cybersecurity employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new E-3 visa before starting with the new employer. Unlike H-1B portability, there's no grace period that allows you to begin work while the new petition is pending. Plan for a consulate appointment in Australia or a third country before your transition date.