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Systems Security Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can pursue U.S. roles year-round without waiting for a selection cycle.
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WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.
What You Will Be Doing:
Responsible for the design, implementation, management, and support of WilmerHale’s enterprise endpoint and server operating systems and associated security infrastructure. This engineering position will focus on information security related technologies related to our core operating systems. In addition to a focus on information security, this role will also ensure the performance, immutability, and high-availability of those technologies and resulting services.
Serves as a key member of the Computer Security Incident Response Team. Assists in the development and maintenance of processes and procedures around investigating and remediating security incidents involving malware, ransomware and/or data loss.
Assists with the implementation of new or additional endpoint, server and associated security environments to improve infrastructure service, both locally and remotely. Assists with resource and workload management and capacity planning. Effectively manages product life-cycles, providing input for budget preparation. Monitors and controls processes, and implements systems solutions to provide stable, secure, and optimally performing platforms.
About this role:
Provides full requirements in-take, design, planning, configuration, documentation, deployment and top-level support ownership of the following infrastructure technologies:
- Accountable and responsible for Endpoint and Server Security products and projects. This includes OS and software applications needed to provide a secure and stable desktop and server environment.
- Development of endpoint and server OS and images including OS hardening and configuration control practices. Use of Citrix technology in conjunction with endpoint and server Operating Systems, and laptop build design.
- Provide support and backup on other desktop technologies as time permits, including Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, Active Directory, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for deployment of patches to workstation.
- Working with the Infrastructure Services Manager develops documented firm standards for endpoint and server security. Ensures that adherence to those standards is monitored and followed by all members of the Systems Infrastructure group.
- Engineers new endpoint and server security build solutions for new hardware releases and to support developing business needs.
- Assists in efforts to optimize infrastructure performance to the end-user.
- Tests and coordinates deployment of Microsoft Security patches for workstations and servers.
- Assists in maintaining a testing environment for development.
- Maintains awareness of technology developments and makes recommendations to Infrastructure Management.
- Develops roadmaps for the adoption of cutting edge endpoint and server security technologies and practices.
- Participates in negotiations of software licensing and support agreements.
- Participates in cross-functional team projects to implement new or updated technology.
- Assists with resolution of escalated incidents and participates in problem management activities.
- Cross-trains other IT staff in the use or maintenance of technology.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Contributes to the firm's Service Excellence initiative to consistently improve its image internally and externally. Displays professionalism, quality service and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone, and in-person.
What You Will Bring/Your Qualifications:
- Mastery-level knowledge of multiple technology areas, as listed above.
- Knowledge of key endpoint and server operating systems and associated security technologies in use at the firm including Windows 11, Windows Server 2016 and above, Trellix, SCCM, SentinelOne, Absolute, Windows Security, Microsoft Defender, Third Party Log Management systems (including Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel), associated security services and systems.
- Strong technical skills and ability to learn new technologies.
- Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to perform advanced research that involves interpretation and analysis from a variety of sources, including sources and/or data that needs to be developed.
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit technical documentation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills as necessary to communicate and coordinate with others on both routine and non-routine matters.
- Ability to effectively lead and develop others in their work and to resolve problems independently in accordance with defined policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to make significant decisions and recommendations on complex issues to achieve long-term results and strategic objectives.
- Experience working in high-pressure professional services organization or other similar organization requiring attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential and proprietary information.
Education:
§ BA/BS or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
§ 4-8+ years of experience in endpoint and server operating systems, and enterprise systems integration with significant specialization in associated security systems and related areas of technology such as Microsoft operating system and Active Directory.
Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law.
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here.
For additional information about our benefits, please click here.
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INTRODUCTION
WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.
What You Will Be Doing:
Responsible for the design, implementation, management, and support of WilmerHale’s enterprise endpoint and server operating systems and associated security infrastructure. This engineering position will focus on information security related technologies related to our core operating systems. In addition to a focus on information security, this role will also ensure the performance, immutability, and high-availability of those technologies and resulting services.
Serves as a key member of the Computer Security Incident Response Team. Assists in the development and maintenance of processes and procedures around investigating and remediating security incidents involving malware, ransomware and/or data loss.
Assists with the implementation of new or additional endpoint, server and associated security environments to improve infrastructure service, both locally and remotely. Assists with resource and workload management and capacity planning. Effectively manages product life-cycles, providing input for budget preparation. Monitors and controls processes, and implements systems solutions to provide stable, secure, and optimally performing platforms.
About this role:
Provides full requirements in-take, design, planning, configuration, documentation, deployment and top-level support ownership of the following infrastructure technologies:
- Accountable and responsible for Endpoint and Server Security products and projects. This includes OS and software applications needed to provide a secure and stable desktop and server environment.
- Development of endpoint and server OS and images including OS hardening and configuration control practices. Use of Citrix technology in conjunction with endpoint and server Operating Systems, and laptop build design.
- Provide support and backup on other desktop technologies as time permits, including Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, Active Directory, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for deployment of patches to workstation.
- Working with the Infrastructure Services Manager develops documented firm standards for endpoint and server security. Ensures that adherence to those standards is monitored and followed by all members of the Systems Infrastructure group.
- Engineers new endpoint and server security build solutions for new hardware releases and to support developing business needs.
- Assists in efforts to optimize infrastructure performance to the end-user.
- Tests and coordinates deployment of Microsoft Security patches for workstations and servers.
- Assists in maintaining a testing environment for development.
- Maintains awareness of technology developments and makes recommendations to Infrastructure Management.
- Develops roadmaps for the adoption of cutting edge endpoint and server security technologies and practices.
- Participates in negotiations of software licensing and support agreements.
- Participates in cross-functional team projects to implement new or updated technology.
- Assists with resolution of escalated incidents and participates in problem management activities.
- Cross-trains other IT staff in the use or maintenance of technology.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Contributes to the firm's Service Excellence initiative to consistently improve its image internally and externally. Displays professionalism, quality service and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone, and in-person.
What You Will Bring/Your Qualifications:
- Mastery-level knowledge of multiple technology areas, as listed above.
- Knowledge of key endpoint and server operating systems and associated security technologies in use at the firm including Windows 11, Windows Server 2016 and above, Trellix, SCCM, SentinelOne, Absolute, Windows Security, Microsoft Defender, Third Party Log Management systems (including Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel), associated security services and systems.
- Strong technical skills and ability to learn new technologies.
- Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to perform advanced research that involves interpretation and analysis from a variety of sources, including sources and/or data that needs to be developed.
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit technical documentation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills as necessary to communicate and coordinate with others on both routine and non-routine matters.
- Ability to effectively lead and develop others in their work and to resolve problems independently in accordance with defined policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to make significant decisions and recommendations on complex issues to achieve long-term results and strategic objectives.
- Experience working in high-pressure professional services organization or other similar organization requiring attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential and proprietary information.
Education:
§ BA/BS or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
§ 4-8+ years of experience in endpoint and server operating systems, and enterprise systems integration with significant specialization in associated security systems and related areas of technology such as Microsoft operating system and Active Directory.
Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law.
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here.
For additional information about our benefits, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Systems Security Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement. If your degree is in a different discipline, document how your coursework and certifications like CISSP or CISM map to the security engineering role.
Target employers with active security clearance pipelines
Defense contractors, federal agencies, and financial institutions regularly sponsor E-3 holders for security engineering roles. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to confirm which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for security-related job titles in the past 12 months.
Clarify E-3 sponsorship requirements before accepting an offer
Before signing, confirm your employer will file the Labor Condition Application with DOL and cover the associated costs. Some companies treat E-3 sponsorship as employee-paid. Getting this in writing prevents disputes after you've resigned your current position.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to streamline your application
Once you have a signed offer letter, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. This avoids the coordination overhead of managing DOL submissions and DS-160 preparation across time zones.
Prepare for technical and visa questions at your consulate interview
Consular officers assess both your qualifications and your nonimmigrant intent. Bring your degree transcripts, any security certifications, and your offer letter detailing the specialty occupation duties. Be ready to explain how your specific role requires a degree-level background in cybersecurity or a closely related field.
Structure your job search around roles that specify degree requirements
E-3 eligibility depends on the role being classified as a specialty occupation. Prioritize positions where the job posting explicitly requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Generic listings that say 'degree preferred' can create complications during the LCA certification stage with DOL.
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Find Systems Security Engineer JobsSystems Security Engineer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Systems Security Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Systems Security Engineer roles from employers who are open to E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're not filtering through listings that won't consider Australian candidates. The E-3 has no lottery and no cap, which makes Australian professionals attractive to employers who want to avoid H-1B uncertainty. You can search by role, location, and sponsorship status in one place.
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 visa compare to H-1B for Systems Security Engineers?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no waiting period. H-1B requires entering a randomized lottery each April and, if selected, waiting until October 1 to start. For security engineering roles with strong demand, the E-3 gives you a predictable path your employer can rely on.
Does my Australian cybersecurity degree qualify me for an E-3 as a Systems Security Engineer?
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related field is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 purposes. If your degree is in a different discipline, professional certifications like CISSP or CISM combined with relevant work experience can support the specialty occupation determination, but the degree-field match remains the cleanest path.
Can I change employers while working in the U.S. on an E-3 as a Systems Security Engineer?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the new employer's LCA is in place. You can start working for the new employer once USCIS approves the new petition if you're already in the U.S. in valid E-3 status, but there's no portability provision equivalent to what H-1B holders have under AC21.
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