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Security Operations Center roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation standard, requiring a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field. Australian SOC analysts and engineers can work in the U.S. on an E-3 without entering the H-1B lottery, with renewals available every two years.
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Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.
The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.
When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.
As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide continuous monitoring and reporting of security-related systems within the Texas Behavioral Health Center's Security Operations Center (SOC). Monitors closed-circuit television (CCTV), electronic access control alarms, duress/panic alarms, and other security system alerts. Communicates observed security events to the University Police Communications Center and supports the safety and security of forensic and civil hospital environments through accurate documentation, alert notification, and adherence to established protocols.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred
- 1 year of experience in security, monitoring, dispatching, or related public safety role.
- Experience in a hospital, behavioral health, or control-room environment beneficial.
JOB DUTIES
- Monitors CCTV systems covering exterior areas, entrances/exits, hallways, and other designated security-only locations within the Texas Behavioral Health Center.
- Observes and identifies potential security issues, suspicious activity, or safety concerns and notifies the University Police Communications Center for appropriate response.
- Monitors electronic access control alarms (door forced/held alarms, unauthorized attempts, system troubles) and escalates findings per University Police departmental procedures.
- Monitors and responds to duress/panic alarm activations by ensuring timely communication to the University Police Communications Center.
- Maintains detailed and accurate documentation of all observed incidents, alarms, system notifications, and communications.
- Performs basic system checks and reports malfunctioning cameras, offline devices, alarm anomalies, or recording issues to Electronic Security personnel.
- Supports the University Police Communications Center by providing real-time camera observations during unfolding security situations or officer-initiated requests.
- Retrieves video clips or assists personnel in identifying camera locations and timestamps for investigative purposes, following chain-of-custody and data-access protocols.
- Coordinates with on-site contract security officers by relaying observed activity and supporting facility access management when requested.
- Ensures compliance with privacy, confidentiality, and hospital security practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.
The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.
When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.
As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide continuous monitoring and reporting of security-related systems within the Texas Behavioral Health Center's Security Operations Center (SOC). Monitors closed-circuit television (CCTV), electronic access control alarms, duress/panic alarms, and other security system alerts. Communicates observed security events to the University Police Communications Center and supports the safety and security of forensic and civil hospital environments through accurate documentation, alert notification, and adherence to established protocols.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred
- 1 year of experience in security, monitoring, dispatching, or related public safety role.
- Experience in a hospital, behavioral health, or control-room environment beneficial.
JOB DUTIES
- Monitors CCTV systems covering exterior areas, entrances/exits, hallways, and other designated security-only locations within the Texas Behavioral Health Center.
- Observes and identifies potential security issues, suspicious activity, or safety concerns and notifies the University Police Communications Center for appropriate response.
- Monitors electronic access control alarms (door forced/held alarms, unauthorized attempts, system troubles) and escalates findings per University Police departmental procedures.
- Monitors and responds to duress/panic alarm activations by ensuring timely communication to the University Police Communications Center.
- Maintains detailed and accurate documentation of all observed incidents, alarms, system notifications, and communications.
- Performs basic system checks and reports malfunctioning cameras, offline devices, alarm anomalies, or recording issues to Electronic Security personnel.
- Supports the University Police Communications Center by providing real-time camera observations during unfolding security situations or officer-initiated requests.
- Retrieves video clips or assists personnel in identifying camera locations and timestamps for investigative purposes, following chain-of-custody and data-access protocols.
- Coordinates with on-site contract security officers by relaying observed activity and supporting facility access management when requested.
- Ensures compliance with privacy, confidentiality, and hospital security practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Security Operations Center
Frame your credentials for U.S. specialty occupation
Your Australian cybersecurity degree or equivalent qualifications must map to a specific specialty occupation field for E-3 purposes. Document how your bachelor's aligns to the SOC analyst or engineer role title the employer will list on the LCA.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
SOC roles at managed security service providers, financial institutions, and federal contractors are filed as specialty occupations most consistently. DOL's public LCA disclosure data shows which employers have certified security operations positions before.
Clarify clearance eligibility before accepting offers
Many U.S. SOC roles, especially in defense and government contracting, require security clearances that non-U.S. citizens cannot hold. Confirm the role's clearance requirements with the employer before the offer stage to avoid disqualifying yourself late in the process.
Get your LCA certified before scheduling the consulate
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before your E-3 consulate appointment in Australia. LCA certification typically takes seven business days, so confirm this step is complete and the wage level reflects your actual offer before booking your Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth interview slot.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after receiving your offer
Once you have a signed offer letter and certified LCA, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your DS-160, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation. This removes the risk of documentation errors that cause administrative processing delays for technical roles.
Prepare for SOC-specific specialty occupation questions at interview
Consular officers occasionally question whether hands-on SOC analyst roles require a degree versus on-the-job training. Bring your employer's job description, your transcripts, and any CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA certifications to reinforce the degree-level requirement of the position.
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Find Security Operations Center JobsSecurity Operations Center E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Security Operations Center jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search SOC roles specifically filtered for E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're not sifting through listings from employers unfamiliar with the visa. Because the E-3 requires employer action on the LCA before your consulate appointment, targeting employers already willing to sponsor saves significant time in the hiring process.
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 Center role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology. Generic IT support roles may not qualify, but SOC analyst and SOC engineer positions that require specialized degree-level knowledge consistently meet the specialty occupation standard DOL and consular officers apply.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Security Operations Center professionals?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year after securing a job offer. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap with a randomized lottery, meaning most applicants must wait for the following fiscal year's registration window. For Australian SOC professionals, the E-3 is a direct path that doesn't depend on lottery selection.
Can I switch to a different SOC employer while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you can't port the E-3 the way some other visa types allow status transfers. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to return to Australia for a new consulate appointment, or in some cases apply for a change of status if you're already in the U.S. Plan the transition timeline carefully to avoid a gap in authorized employment.
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