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Cybersecurity Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document the job's specialized requirements and test the U.S. labor market before filing your I-140 petition. Demand for credentialed security professionals makes this one of the more employer-receptive roles for permanent sponsorship.
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Lead Perrigo’s global cybersecurity governance and assurance program, ensuring strong policies, compliance, vendor risk oversight, and security awareness across IT and manufacturing environments. Functionally lead a team of information security professionals to deliver governance and assurance objectives.
Scope of the Role
- Update Global and EU Information Security Policies; draft and maintain SOPs and standards.
- Define board-level KPIs and dashboards; represent Security Governance on the Perrigo Compliance Committee (quarterly).
- Create and publish the monthly cybersecurity newsletter; manage phishing simulations; oversee quarterly security training and annual privileged access training.
- Perform vendor security risk assessments; review MSAs for security clauses; respond to vendor questionnaires; monitor high-risk vendors quarterly.
- Conduct security assessments for vendor applications; participate in Digital Review Board bi-weekly meetings.
- Execute internal security audits; maintain audit readiness for ISO 27001, SOX ITGC, GDPR, and other regulations.
- Partner with audit, compliance, privacy, and legal teams.
- Functionally lead a team of information security members to deliver governance and assurance initiatives.
- Collaborate across IT and business units to promote awareness of information security and its role in protecting Perrigo’s data and technology assets.
- Familiarity with Secure by Design architecture is preferred.
- Cybersecurity Assurance and Operational Technology (OT) Security Assurance: Oversee assurance activities across IT and OT environments.
- Stay current with emerging technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence) and proactively recommend security and risk management strategies that align with and support business objectives.
Experience Required
- Proven experience in cybersecurity assurance leadership.
- Familiarity with One Trust, ServiceNow, Audit Board and Security Scorecard is preferred.
- Certifications: CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, IAPP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor preferred.
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- These skills are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree within a related field; combined with a minimum of 5+ years in Cybersecurity and 2+ years in a governance/assurance leadership role.
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.
Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.
We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here.
Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo
At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.
Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.
Description Overview
Lead Perrigo’s global cybersecurity governance and assurance program, ensuring strong policies, compliance, vendor risk oversight, and security awareness across IT and manufacturing environments. Functionally lead a team of information security professionals to deliver governance and assurance objectives.
Scope of the Role
- Update Global and EU Information Security Policies; draft and maintain SOPs and standards.
- Define board-level KPIs and dashboards; represent Security Governance on the Perrigo Compliance Committee (quarterly).
- Create and publish the monthly cybersecurity newsletter; manage phishing simulations; oversee quarterly security training and annual privileged access training.
- Perform vendor security risk assessments; review MSAs for security clauses; respond to vendor questionnaires; monitor high-risk vendors quarterly.
- Conduct security assessments for vendor applications; participate in Digital Review Board bi-weekly meetings.
- Execute internal security audits; maintain audit readiness for ISO 27001, SOX ITGC, GDPR, and other regulations.
- Partner with audit, compliance, privacy, and legal teams.
- Functionally lead a team of information security members to deliver governance and assurance initiatives.
- Collaborate across IT and business units to promote awareness of information security and its role in protecting Perrigo’s data and technology assets.
- Familiarity with Secure by Design architecture is preferred.
- Cybersecurity Assurance and Operational Technology (OT) Security Assurance: Oversee assurance activities across IT and OT environments.
- Stay current with emerging technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence) and proactively recommend security and risk management strategies that align with and support business objectives.
Experience Required
- Proven experience in cybersecurity assurance leadership.
- Familiarity with One Trust, ServiceNow, Audit Board and Security Scorecard is preferred.
- Certifications: CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, IAPP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor preferred.
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- These skills are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree within a related field; combined with a minimum of 5+ years in Cybersecurity and 2+ years in a governance/assurance leadership role.
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.
Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.
We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here.
Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Consultant
Align your credentials to PERM job requirements
PERM requires the employer to define minimum qualifications before filing. Make sure your degree, certifications like CISSP or CISM, and work history match the posted requirements exactly, discrepancies during audit can stall or invalidate the process.
Search employer PERM filings before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed PERM applications for Cybersecurity Consultant roles. Past filings signal an established sponsorship process, cutting months off your timeline compared to employers sponsoring for the first time.
Target security teams inside EB-2-eligible hiring structures
EB-2 requires the role to genuinely need an advanced degree. Consulting practices at large technology firms and federal contractors regularly structure cybersecurity positions this way, making them stronger candidates for EB-2 sponsorship than generalist IT departments.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green-card-sponsoring employers
Filter Cybersecurity Consultant openings by verified PERM sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have active green card pipelines for security roles, so you can prioritize applications to companies already familiar with the I-140 and adjustment-of-status process.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing your offer
Clarify whether the employer will cover PERM attorney fees, how long they expect the process to take, and whether your role description will be locked during the prevailing-wage determination. These terms affect your green card timeline significantly and are negotiable before you accept.
Plan your status continuity during the I-140 and adjustment window
PERM plus I-140 approval typically spans one to two years before you can file I-485. Confirm with your employer that your underlying work authorization will remain valid throughout, especially if you're bridging from OPT or an H-1B visa that needs extension alongside the green card process.
Green Card Cybersecurity Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Cybersecurity Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on how the employer defines the role. EB-2 covers positions that genuinely require an advanced degree or equivalent specialized expertise. EB-3 covers professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Many cybersecurity consulting positions qualify for EB-2 because employers specify a master's degree or equivalent in information security, computer science, or a related field as a baseline requirement.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for cybersecurity roles?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with a lottery for most applicants and a three-year initial period. PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, meaning no lottery risk. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically 12 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than status tied to a single employer's continued sponsorship.
What qualifications do employers typically require for PERM-sponsored Cybersecurity Consultant positions?
Most PERM filings for Cybersecurity Consultant roles specify a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field, plus industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH. The employer must document these requirements before filing with DOL, and your background must match the posted minimum qualifications precisely, overstating your credentials relative to the PERM description can create compliance issues.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring Cybersecurity Consultants for green cards?
Search by role and sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed PERM applications for cybersecurity positions. Federal contractors, large consulting firms, and financial institutions in regulated sectors tend to have established green card pipelines for security professionals. Cross-referencing an employer's OFLC Wage Search history before applying tells you whether their sponsorship program is active or ad hoc.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm still on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification while you hold any valid work authorization, including H-1B or OPT. Starting PERM early is strategic because the process runs in parallel with your existing status. If your I-140 is approved before your H-1B cap reaches six years, you may be eligible to extend beyond that limit under AC21 provisions while your adjustment-of-status application is pending.