E-3 Visa Security Operations Analyst Jobs
Security Operations Analyst roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can pursue these roles year-round without competing for limited slots the way H-1B visa applicants do.
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At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for handling moderately complex operations processes related to credit disputes, escalations and tax reporting. Key responsibilities include analysis, research, reconciliation, reporting data validation and resolution of issues and identified customer requests which may carry high levels of risk within enterprise risk categories. Job expectations include handling moderately complex transaction processing, reconciliation, and resolution of research requests to clients, consumer reporting agencies or taxing authorities, consulting with management for support.
Wealth Management Tax Operations supports critical tax reporting, withholding, and cost basis functions to ensure compliance with IRS and state regulatory requirements for GWIM investment and retirement accounts. The Consolidated Statement team is responsible for the production and delivery of approximately 4 million annual tax reporting statements.
This role requires a highly analytical professional who independently researches, investigates, and validates complex tax reporting data to ensure the accuracy and integrity of information maintained within the tax database. The incumbent conducts in-depth analysis of tax income data, identifies discrepancies, determines root causes, and develops solutions to maintain compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
Findings and recommendations directly support the accuracy of tax statements issued to clients and reported to federal and state regulatory agencies.
Key responsibilities include performing independent reviews of daily and monthly reporting processes, analyzing large data sets to identify trends, exceptions, and potential risks, and validating the effectiveness of internal controls and operational procedures. The role requires the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, draw data-driven conclusions, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
The successful candidate will also support the research, development, testing, and implementation of tax database enhancements and regulatory updates driven by changing IRS and state requirements. This includes evaluating business impacts, performing system and data analysis, validating test results, and ensuring successful integration of process improvements.
The position demands strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment. Weekend and weekday overtime may be required, particularly during the peak tax reporting season from January through April.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead assigned tax reporting processes and provide cross-functional support across related operations.
- Analyze and validate tax data, reports, and system outputs to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Investigate and resolve tax reporting discrepancies through independent research and root cause analysis.
- Assess and implement federal and state regulatory changes impacting tax reporting processes.
- Research and respond to complex tax reporting inquiries from business partners and Branch Office associates.
- Develop, test, and enhance reporting tools, macros, and data extraction processes to improve efficiency and data integrity.
- Identify trends, risks, and process improvement opportunities through ongoing data analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Performs moderately complex activities supporting credit disputes, escalations, and tax reporting while following established written procedures and guidelines and ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
- Researches and resolves moderately complex financial data requests or exceptions based on analysis of assembled data in an accurate and timely manner.
- Performs routine analytics, report creation, and exception processing.
- Identifies risk and opportunities for process improvement based on an understanding the work impacts other operational units and escalates risk concerns, as appropriate.
- Provides quality service and support for internal business partners and external clients.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and quality.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Operations, Technology, Compliance, and Management teams.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and continuous improvement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Experience in tax reporting, financial services operations, or regulatory compliance.
- Knowledge of reporting automation, VBA/macros, or data analysis tools.
Skills:
- Customer and Client Focus
- Oral Communications
- Written Communications
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Collaboration
- Result Orientation
- Stakeholder Management
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
INTRODUCTION
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for handling moderately complex operations processes related to credit disputes, escalations and tax reporting. Key responsibilities include analysis, research, reconciliation, reporting data validation and resolution of issues and identified customer requests which may carry high levels of risk within enterprise risk categories. Job expectations include handling moderately complex transaction processing, reconciliation, and resolution of research requests to clients, consumer reporting agencies or taxing authorities, consulting with management for support.
Wealth Management Tax Operations supports critical tax reporting, withholding, and cost basis functions to ensure compliance with IRS and state regulatory requirements for GWIM investment and retirement accounts. The Consolidated Statement team is responsible for the production and delivery of approximately 4 million annual tax reporting statements.
This role requires a highly analytical professional who independently researches, investigates, and validates complex tax reporting data to ensure the accuracy and integrity of information maintained within the tax database. The incumbent conducts in-depth analysis of tax income data, identifies discrepancies, determines root causes, and develops solutions to maintain compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
Findings and recommendations directly support the accuracy of tax statements issued to clients and reported to federal and state regulatory agencies.
Key responsibilities include performing independent reviews of daily and monthly reporting processes, analyzing large data sets to identify trends, exceptions, and potential risks, and validating the effectiveness of internal controls and operational procedures. The role requires the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, draw data-driven conclusions, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
The successful candidate will also support the research, development, testing, and implementation of tax database enhancements and regulatory updates driven by changing IRS and state requirements. This includes evaluating business impacts, performing system and data analysis, validating test results, and ensuring successful integration of process improvements.
The position demands strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment. Weekend and weekday overtime may be required, particularly during the peak tax reporting season from January through April.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead assigned tax reporting processes and provide cross-functional support across related operations.
- Analyze and validate tax data, reports, and system outputs to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Investigate and resolve tax reporting discrepancies through independent research and root cause analysis.
- Assess and implement federal and state regulatory changes impacting tax reporting processes.
- Research and respond to complex tax reporting inquiries from business partners and Branch Office associates.
- Develop, test, and enhance reporting tools, macros, and data extraction processes to improve efficiency and data integrity.
- Identify trends, risks, and process improvement opportunities through ongoing data analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Performs moderately complex activities supporting credit disputes, escalations, and tax reporting while following established written procedures and guidelines and ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
- Researches and resolves moderately complex financial data requests or exceptions based on analysis of assembled data in an accurate and timely manner.
- Performs routine analytics, report creation, and exception processing.
- Identifies risk and opportunities for process improvement based on an understanding the work impacts other operational units and escalates risk concerns, as appropriate.
- Provides quality service and support for internal business partners and external clients.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and quality.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Operations, Technology, Compliance, and Management teams.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and continuous improvement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Experience in tax reporting, financial services operations, or regulatory compliance.
- Knowledge of reporting automation, VBA/macros, or data analysis tools.
Skills:
- Customer and Client Focus
- Oral Communications
- Written Communications
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Collaboration
- Result Orientation
- Stakeholder Management
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Security Operations Analyst
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to match the role's duties. A cybersecurity or IT degree maps cleanly to Security Operations Analyst work, but an unrelated degree paired with experience needs documentation showing equivalence before you approach employers.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
DOL's public LCA disclosure data shows which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for security analyst roles. Companies with recent LCA activity already understand the E-3 visa process, which reduces your sponsorship education burden during interviews.
Clarify the SOC code with your hiring contact
Security Operations Analyst roles are typically filed under SOC 15-1212 (Information Security Analysts). Confirming this with the recruiter early prevents LCA misclassification, which can delay DOL certification and push back your consulate appointment.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for offer-to-consulate execution
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation end-to-end, so you and your employer avoid the compliance missteps that stall security analyst sponsorships.
Get your Australian degree equivalency documented early
A three-year Australian bachelor's in IT or cybersecurity is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes, but having a credential evaluation ready before your interview removes a common employer objection before it slows negotiations.
Negotiate who manages the LCA filing timeline
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven working days, but that clock only starts when the employer submits correctly. Establish upfront whether your employer's HR team or an external filing service owns that step so your start date doesn't slip due to an administrative gap.
E-3 Visa Security Operations Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Security Operations Analyst jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3-eligible roles. You can filter by job title and see which employers have a track record of sponsoring Australian workers, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never handled an E-3 before.
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 Security Operations Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Security Operations Analyst positions consistently meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard because the role requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology. DOL classifies the role under SOC 15-1212, a category USCIS has accepted in E-3 LCA filings. A job description that lists a bachelor's degree as a minimum requirement, not just a preference, is essential to establishing specialty occupation status for your specific offer.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Security Operations Analyst roles?
The practical difference is availability. H-1B requires winning a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, meaning most applicants wait years for a slot. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been fully used, so an Australian professional with a qualifying offer can file and attend a consulate appointment without lottery risk. Both visas require employer-sponsored LCA certification through DOL, and both recognize Security Operations Analyst as a specialty occupation, so the substantive filing requirements are similar.
Can I switch employers or move to a new security analyst role while on an E-3?
You can change employers on an E-3, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if your current stamp lists your previous employer's details. There's no portability rule like AC21 for H-1B holders, so work authorization doesn't automatically carry over. Starting the LCA process with your new employer before your current E-3 status ends is the cleanest way to avoid a gap in authorization.