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Regional Operations Director roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Australian nationals can secure two-year renewable status with no lottery and no annual cap, making multi-site leadership roles accessible without H-1B visa timing constraints.
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Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require leaders to keep the big picture in focus while being able to navigate into unique engineering, system reliability, and cyber security challenges.
As a Regional Internet of Things (IoT) Operations and Cyber Security specialist at Google, you will bridge the gap between global strategy and the technical execution required to operate stable, reliable, and secure building systems and specialized IoT hardware.
This is a dual-mandate role where your expertise will balance operational technology (OT) operations with cyber security risk management. You will serve as the strategic operations and cyber security authority for your region, driving the daily performance and life cycle management of regional IoT systems while defending them against cyber threats. You are equally at home commanding the response to a system outage as you are leading a cyber security incident response, applying your expertise to manage external vendor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) or explaining technical risk trade-offs to executives.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $157000 - $228000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define regional architecture and vendor approach (including SLAs). Ensure the availability, reliability, and life cycle management via maintenance.
- Operationalize global IoT strategies including fostering a data-driven security culture through training and tracking key performance metrics (uptime and patch compliance). Act as the regional authority for cyber risk acceptance and compliance, ensuring all IoT systems remain compliant.
- Own regional vulnerability and patch management programs. Drive corrective actions for IoT security incidents, mitigating risk within defined Service Level Objectives (SLOs) for critical systems (building management, health, food).
- Lead regional procurement, ensuring new IoT devices adhere to Security-by-Design policies and pass functionality reviews.
- Develop "Smart Building" ecosystems. Utilize IoT infrastructure, Predictive Maintenance, and data analytics to maximize asset life cycles and advance Sustainability goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Building Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Controls, IT, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience defining and leading cross country programs in system operations, lifecycle management, and cyber security for an operational technology (OT) or IoT portfolio.
- Experience in procurement and vendor management, including negotiating Service Level Agreements (SLAs)/Service Level Objectives (SLOs).
- Experience in incident response and vulnerability management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Industry certification in cybersecurity or IoT/smart building technologies.
- Ability to balance OT and smart building engineering (HVAC, lighting, Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD), Waste management, kitchen systems, fitness machines) with applied cyber security principles (network segmentation, encryption, access and identity).
- Ability to serve as the final approval point for escalated technical, operational or cyber security issues along with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to represent the organization internally and externally.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require leaders to keep the big picture in focus while being able to navigate into unique engineering, system reliability, and cyber security challenges.
As a Regional Internet of Things (IoT) Operations and Cyber Security specialist at Google, you will bridge the gap between global strategy and the technical execution required to operate stable, reliable, and secure building systems and specialized IoT hardware.
This is a dual-mandate role where your expertise will balance operational technology (OT) operations with cyber security risk management. You will serve as the strategic operations and cyber security authority for your region, driving the daily performance and life cycle management of regional IoT systems while defending them against cyber threats. You are equally at home commanding the response to a system outage as you are leading a cyber security incident response, applying your expertise to manage external vendor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) or explaining technical risk trade-offs to executives.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $157000 - $228000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define regional architecture and vendor approach (including SLAs). Ensure the availability, reliability, and life cycle management via maintenance.
- Operationalize global IoT strategies including fostering a data-driven security culture through training and tracking key performance metrics (uptime and patch compliance). Act as the regional authority for cyber risk acceptance and compliance, ensuring all IoT systems remain compliant.
- Own regional vulnerability and patch management programs. Drive corrective actions for IoT security incidents, mitigating risk within defined Service Level Objectives (SLOs) for critical systems (building management, health, food).
- Lead regional procurement, ensuring new IoT devices adhere to Security-by-Design policies and pass functionality reviews.
- Develop "Smart Building" ecosystems. Utilize IoT infrastructure, Predictive Maintenance, and data analytics to maximize asset life cycles and advance Sustainability goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Building Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Controls, IT, or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience defining and leading cross country programs in system operations, lifecycle management, and cyber security for an operational technology (OT) or IoT portfolio.
- Experience in procurement and vendor management, including negotiating Service Level Agreements (SLAs)/Service Level Objectives (SLOs).
- Experience in incident response and vulnerability management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Industry certification in cybersecurity or IoT/smart building technologies.
- Ability to balance OT and smart building engineering (HVAC, lighting, Fault Detection and Diagnostics (FDD), Waste management, kitchen systems, fitness machines) with applied cyber security principles (network segmentation, encryption, access and identity).
- Ability to serve as the final approval point for escalated technical, operational or cyber security issues along with excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to represent the organization internally and externally.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Frame your credentials for specialty occupation
A Regional Operations Director role must require a relevant bachelor's degree to meet the E-3 visa specialty occupation standard. Document that your Australian degree and title-specific experience directly correspond to the DOL's defined job zone for this occupation before approaching employers.
Target multi-state employers with HR infrastructure
Companies managing operations across three or more U.S. states are far more likely to have legal teams familiar with LCA filings. Prioritize employers in logistics, healthcare systems, or manufacturing where regional director roles are standardized and sponsorship processes are already in place.
Address the LCA before negotiating your offer
Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before you can proceed to the consulate. Confirm during offer negotiations that HR will initiate the LCA promptly, since delays here push back your entire timeline regardless of consulate availability.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for complex structures
Regional Operations Directors often oversee multiple worksites, which can complicate prevailing wage determinations on the LCA. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork accurately across locations so your application reflects the correct wage level.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent scrutiny at interview
Consular officers assess E-3 applicants for nonimmigrant intent. As a senior director, you'll need to clearly demonstrate that your Australian ties remain intact, since officers view executive roles as carrying elevated immigrant intent risk compared to individual contributor positions.
Align your start date with LCA certification windows
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but employer HR teams often underestimate prep time for the public access file and job posting requirements. Build at least three weeks between signed offer and your proposed start date to avoid renegotiating with a new employer.
E-3 Visa Regional Operations Director: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Regional Operations Director jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards where sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history so you can focus on companies already prepared to sponsor this visa for senior operations roles.
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.
Does a Regional Operations Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, supply chain management, or industrial engineering. Roles where any degree suffices, or where the degree requirement is listed as preferred rather than required, can fail the specialty occupation test. Your employer's job description must be precise about the educational requirement before the LCA is filed with DOL.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a Regional Operations Director?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so your employer can file at any time of year and you can start once the LCA and consulate appointment are complete. The H-1B requires lottery selection in April with an October 1 start date at the earliest, and selection is not guaranteed. For a senior operations hire where timing matters, the E-3 is a substantially more predictable path for both you and your employer.
What happens to my E-3 status if I move from one region to another within the same company?
If the move involves a different work location, your employer typically needs to file an amended LCA with DOL reflecting the new prevailing wage for that location before you begin working there. The E-3 itself doesn't require a new visa stamp for internal transfers, but the LCA underpinning your status must cover your actual worksite. Your HR team should initiate the amended LCA before the relocation takes effect.