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E-3 Visa Security Operations Engineer Jobs

Security Operations Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Australian professionals benefit from no annual cap and no lottery, making it straightforward to accept offers and file year-round.

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Overview

Open Jobs139+
Top Visa TypeE-3
Work Type81% On-site
Median Salary$183K
Top LocationSeattle, WA
Most JobsCVS Health

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HP
Systems Infrastructure & Network Security Operations Engineer
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Systems Infrastructure & Network Security Operations Engineer
HP
Fort Collins, Colorado
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Network Engineering
Technical Program Management
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Roblox
Senior Security Operations Engineer
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Senior Security Operations Engineer
Roblox
San Mateo, California
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$193,930/yr - $205,570/yr
Hybrid
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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New York Life
AI / ML Security Operations Engineer
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AI / ML Security Operations Engineer
New York Life
New York, New York
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Security Engineering
$147,500/yr - $211,000/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Microsoft
Security Operations Engineer II
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Security Operations Engineer II
Microsoft
Redmond, Washington
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$100,600/yr - $215,400/yr
Remote (US)
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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TikTok
Senior Host Security Validation & Operations Engineer
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Senior Host Security Validation & Operations Engineer
TikTok
New York, New York
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$136,800/yr - $259,200/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Security Operations Engineer

Translate your Australian certifications for U.S. employers

CREST ANZ credentials and AGSVA clearances don't map directly to U.S. equivalents. Frame them alongside CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ on your resume so hiring managers recognize their equivalency without extra explanation.

Target employers with active federal contracts

Defense contractors and federal IT services firms routinely sponsor E-3 visas for security operations roles because clearance-eligible candidates are scarce. Prioritize companies with GSA schedules or DoD contracts when building your target list.

Confirm the role qualifies before your first interview

Ask HR whether the position is classified as a specialty occupation under DOL guidelines. Hybrid roles blending general IT support with security duties sometimes fall outside E-3 eligibility, and confirming early prevents surprises at the LCA stage.

Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process

Once you have an offer, your employer needs to file an LCA with DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so neither you nor your employer misses a step.

Prepare a degree equivalency letter before offers arrive

Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted for E-3 eligibility, but some consular officers request a credential evaluation. Getting a NACES-member evaluation done in advance removes a common bottleneck from the offer-to-appointment timeline.

Check whether your employer needs E-Verify enrollment

If your role involves a STEM-designated function or your employer has federal contracts, E-Verify enrollment may already be required. Confirming enrollment status early matters because some employers don't realize it affects their ability to sponsor non-H-1B visas.

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Security Operations Engineer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find Security Operations Engineer 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 general job boards manually, Migrate Mate surfaces Security Operations Engineer openings from employers already familiar with the E-3 process, saving you from cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored the visa.

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 Engineer role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?

Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information security, or cybersecurity engineering. Roles focused primarily on Tier 1 alert monitoring without requiring a specific degree may not meet the specialty occupation threshold, so the job description wording matters when the employer files the LCA with DOL.

How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Security Operations Engineer roles?

The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so your employer can file at any point during the year and you can start as soon as the visa is approved. H-1B registrations enter a lottery with limited slots each fiscal year, meaning most applicants wait until October 1 at the earliest. For security operations roles with urgent hiring timelines, the E-3's predictability is a practical advantage.

Can I switch employers after my E-3 is approved for a Security Operations Engineer position?

Yes, but the E-3 is employer-specific, so your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if you travel internationally before starting. You can begin working for the new employer once their LCA is certified and you have a valid status, but you cannot port the E-3 the way some other visas allow mid-petition transfers.

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