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Get Access To All JobsADP is hiring a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, focused on Microsoft Collaboration & Automation Technologies
Are you ready to help us design the future-state to secure and govern our Data?
ADP is a Fortune 500 leader in business solutions, and data is at the core of our operations. We are hiring an experienced Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Data Security Services (DSS) team. As part of the larger Zero Trust Services (ZTS) team, you will be instrumental in designing the future state of data security and governance across our enterprise.
This is a hybrid role based in our offices in Roseland, NJ, or Alpharetta, GA. We offer a balanced work-life environment that emphasizes in-person collaboration for team cohesion and innovation, while providing the flexibility that enables your best work.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be a subject matter expert and hands-on leader, specializing in Microsoft technologies for data governance and collaboration. Your primary focus will be to secure our data through policy development, advanced automation, and technology integration.
- Data Security Engineering: Lead the development, testing, and implementation of DLP rules and policies within our data security platform, Microsoft Purview, to control sensitive information flow.
- Microsoft Technology Governance: Serve as a subject matter expert for securing and governing data within Microsoft technologies, including SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Power Platform.
- Automation Development: Create and implement automation solutions using Power Platform, PowerShell, or other scripting languages to enhance security incident response and streamline data governance processes.
- Data Classification and Labeling: Drive and govern initiatives related to Microsoft Sensitivity Labels for data classification, encryption, and Information Rights Management (IRM).
- Enterprise Integration: Integrate data security solutions with other enterprise platforms, including data scanning technologies (e.g., BigID, SecuritiAI) and data governance tools (e.g., Solidatus, Alation).
- Strategic Advisement: Advise and coordinate with cross-functional teams to establish sustainable security processes that protect data while minimizing impact to end-users.
- Reporting and Governance: Accurately report on the effectiveness of DLP policies and communicate security concerns to stakeholders at all levels.
TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:
- Experience: 8+ proven years of experience as a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, focusing on data security, data loss prevention, and Microsoft technologies.
- Microsoft Security Stack: Deep expertise in Microsoft DLP (Purview), Sensitivity Labels, and security features within SharePoint Online and OneDrive.
- Scripting & Automation: Strong scripting and development skills, particularly with PowerShell and PowerPlatform (PowerApps, Power Automate).
- Data Security: Hands-on experience with data classification, encryption, and Data Scanning Technologies (MS AIP / MIP Scanner, BigID, etc.).
- Governance & Compliance: Understanding of data governance principles and experience in developing and implementing security policies in a large enterprise.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a track record of effective collaboration and project coordination across teams.
ADDITIONAL VALUABLE SKILLS:
- Consulting background as a subject matter expert.
- Software development or automation background.
- Experience with other data transfer technologies (e.g., IBM MFT, SDRs).
- Familiarity with other data governance or analytics tools (e.g., Alation, Solidatus).
Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions. We offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Retirement Savings, Wellness Program, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and more. The compensation for this role is $0.00 - $0.00 / Year*
- Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.
A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.
Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.
ADP is hiring a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, focused on Microsoft Collaboration & Automation Technologies
Are you ready to help us design the future-state to secure and govern our Data?
ADP is a Fortune 500 leader in business solutions, and data is at the core of our operations. We are hiring an experienced Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Data Security Services (DSS) team. As part of the larger Zero Trust Services (ZTS) team, you will be instrumental in designing the future state of data security and governance across our enterprise.
This is a hybrid role based in our offices in Roseland, NJ, or Alpharetta, GA. We offer a balanced work-life environment that emphasizes in-person collaboration for team cohesion and innovation, while providing the flexibility that enables your best work.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be a subject matter expert and hands-on leader, specializing in Microsoft technologies for data governance and collaboration. Your primary focus will be to secure our data through policy development, advanced automation, and technology integration.
- Data Security Engineering: Lead the development, testing, and implementation of DLP rules and policies within our data security platform, Microsoft Purview, to control sensitive information flow.
- Microsoft Technology Governance: Serve as a subject matter expert for securing and governing data within Microsoft technologies, including SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Power Platform.
- Automation Development: Create and implement automation solutions using Power Platform, PowerShell, or other scripting languages to enhance security incident response and streamline data governance processes.
- Data Classification and Labeling: Drive and govern initiatives related to Microsoft Sensitivity Labels for data classification, encryption, and Information Rights Management (IRM).
- Enterprise Integration: Integrate data security solutions with other enterprise platforms, including data scanning technologies (e.g., BigID, SecuritiAI) and data governance tools (e.g., Solidatus, Alation).
- Strategic Advisement: Advise and coordinate with cross-functional teams to establish sustainable security processes that protect data while minimizing impact to end-users.
- Reporting and Governance: Accurately report on the effectiveness of DLP policies and communicate security concerns to stakeholders at all levels.
TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:
- Experience: 8+ proven years of experience as a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer, focusing on data security, data loss prevention, and Microsoft technologies.
- Microsoft Security Stack: Deep expertise in Microsoft DLP (Purview), Sensitivity Labels, and security features within SharePoint Online and OneDrive.
- Scripting & Automation: Strong scripting and development skills, particularly with PowerShell and PowerPlatform (PowerApps, Power Automate).
- Data Security: Hands-on experience with data classification, encryption, and Data Scanning Technologies (MS AIP / MIP Scanner, BigID, etc.).
- Governance & Compliance: Understanding of data governance principles and experience in developing and implementing security policies in a large enterprise.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a track record of effective collaboration and project coordination across teams.
ADDITIONAL VALUABLE SKILLS:
- Consulting background as a subject matter expert.
- Software development or automation background.
- Experience with other data transfer technologies (e.g., IBM MFT, SDRs).
- Familiarity with other data governance or analytics tools (e.g., Alation, Solidatus).
Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions. We offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Retirement Savings, Wellness Program, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and more. The compensation for this role is $0.00 - $0.00 / Year*
- Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.
A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.
Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Engineer
Map your credentials to PERM job requirements
Your PERM labor certification locks in specific education and experience requirements. Before applying, confirm your degree field and years of hands-on experience match what a sponsor will certify to DOL, since mismatches can derail your I-140 even after an offer.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for Cybersecurity Engineer roles in your target city. Employers who have done it before understand the process and are far less likely to back out mid-sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring roles
Searching general job boards surfaces thousands of security roles with no sponsorship path. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers with green card filing history, so you spend your time on positions where EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship is already on the table.
Get your certifications aligned with prevailing wage tiers
DOL assigns wage levels to PERM applications based on job duties and qualifications. Holding credentials like CISSP, CISM, or a master's degree can push your role into a higher skill tier, which affects both the wage floor your employer must meet and your EB-2 eligibility.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing your offer
Ask explicitly whether the employer will cover PERM recruitment costs and attorney fees before you accept. Cybersecurity hiring is competitive, so this is a reasonable ask, but once you sign and PERM filing begins, renegotiating sponsorship terms becomes significantly harder.
File I-140 concurrently with an approved PERM to lock your priority date
USCIS allows concurrent I-140 filing immediately after DOL certifies your PERM. Filing without delay establishes your priority date earlier, which matters if you are from a country with EB-3 or EB-2 backlogs and plan to change employers using AC21 portability later.
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Find Cybersecurity Engineer JobsCybersecurity Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cybersecurity Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Cybersecurity Engineer positions qualify for EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Roles with a master's degree requirement or demonstrably specialized duties, such as enterprise security architecture or advanced threat research, can qualify for EB-2 under the advanced-degree professional category. Your employer's attorney documents which category fits when preparing the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and tied to an annual lottery with no guarantee of selection. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is permanent and has no annual cap at the petition stage. The trade-off is time: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before the I-140 is even filed, making an early start critical.
How do I find Cybersecurity Engineer jobs that actually include green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship even when the employer has filed PERM applications before. Migrate Mate identifies employers with a documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history so you can target companies that have already navigated the PERM process for security roles, rather than asking employers to commit to sponsorship during a cold application.
What happens to my green card sponsorship if I change employers?
Under AC21 portability, you can change to a same or similar Cybersecurity Engineer role once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days. USCIS evaluates whether the new role shares substantially similar job duties. You don't need your original employer's cooperation at that point, but you do need to formally notify USCIS.
Can my employer require me to repay PERM or I-140 costs if I leave?
DOL regulations prohibit employers from passing PERM labor certification costs to the foreign worker. Employers may attempt to include attorney fee repayment clauses for I-140 costs in employment agreements, and some of these are enforceable depending on state law. Review any repayment clause with an immigration attorney before signing your offer letter.
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