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Cybersecurity Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which permanently ties your status to the role rather than a visa renewal cycle. Employers in finance, healthcare, defense contracting, and tech regularly sponsor foreign professionals for these positions, where demand for credentialed talent consistently outpaces domestic supply.
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At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
M - F
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location:
Singing River Gulfport Hospital, Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital, Singing River Pascagoula Hospital
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Cybersecurity Administrator oversees and safeguards the organization's digital infrastructure from various cyber threats. The administrator is responsible for the management and operation of cybersecurity systems, including antivirus software/EDR, intrusion detection systems, DLP, SOC/SIEM and other related security technologies. A key aspect of the role is ensuring the protection of sensitive medical and personal data, in compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA in support of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This position entails conducting regular risk assessments, managing responses to cybersecurity incidents, enforcing security policies, and providing staff training on cybersecurity best practices. The ideal candidate should possess a blend of technical expertise, experience in cybersecurity (preferably within healthcare), and strong communication skills.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field required. Applicable work experience may be accepted in lieu of formal education.
LICENSE
N/A
CERTIFICATIONS
N/A
Experience
A minimum of one (1) year IT cybersecurity experience required. Healthcare IT experience preferred.
Experience programming or scripting preferred. Must have knowledge of TCP/IP, Routing, VPN, LAN/WAN topologies, and Wireless technologies.
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), technologies, and best practices a plus.
REPORTS TO:
Cybersecurity Manager
SUPERVISES:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
INTRODUCTION
At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
M - F
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location:
Singing River Gulfport Hospital, Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital, Singing River Pascagoula Hospital
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Job Description
Position Overview:
The Cybersecurity Administrator oversees and safeguards the organization's digital infrastructure from various cyber threats. The administrator is responsible for the management and operation of cybersecurity systems, including antivirus software/EDR, intrusion detection systems, DLP, SOC/SIEM and other related security technologies. A key aspect of the role is ensuring the protection of sensitive medical and personal data, in compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA in support of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This position entails conducting regular risk assessments, managing responses to cybersecurity incidents, enforcing security policies, and providing staff training on cybersecurity best practices. The ideal candidate should possess a blend of technical expertise, experience in cybersecurity (preferably within healthcare), and strong communication skills.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field required. Applicable work experience may be accepted in lieu of formal education.
LICENSE
N/A
CERTIFICATIONS
N/A
Experience
A minimum of one (1) year IT cybersecurity experience required. Healthcare IT experience preferred.
Experience programming or scripting preferred. Must have knowledge of TCP/IP, Routing, VPN, LAN/WAN topologies, and Wireless technologies.
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), technologies, and best practices a plus.
REPORTS TO:
Cybersecurity Manager
SUPERVISES:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Specialist
Align your credentials to PERM job requirements
PERM requires your degree and work history to match the employer's minimum requirements exactly. A cybersecurity role filed under EB-2 typically requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in information security, not general IT.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Defense contractors, financial institutions, and large healthcare systems file PERM petitions for cybersecurity roles most consistently. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify an employer has certified PERM applications in your SOC code before investing time in their pipeline.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters cybersecurity jobs by green card sponsorship history so you're only applying to employers who have actually filed PERM petitions, not just those who say they're open to sponsorship during screening calls.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 track before accepting an offer
Ask your prospective employer which category they plan to file under before signing. EB-2 requires the role to genuinely need an advanced degree; if the job description is written broadly enough to accept a bachelor's only, USCIS may reclassify the petition to EB-3 mid-process.
Get your prevailing wage determination verified early
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your specific job title, location, and experience level using the OFLC Wage Search. If your offered salary falls below the Level II or Level III threshold for your metro area, the PERM application will be denied regardless of your qualifications.
Negotiate job description specificity before PERM is filed
PERM locks in the job duties, title, and minimum requirements permanently. Overly generic cybersecurity job descriptions, such as 'monitor security systems,' have drawn PERM audits. Work with your employer's counsel to ensure duties reflect the specialized functions, like penetration testing or SIEM administration, you'll actually perform.
Green Card Cybersecurity Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cybersecurity Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Cybersecurity Specialist positions qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on how the employer writes the job requirements. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent, such as a bachelor's plus five years of specialized experience in information security. EB-3 covers roles with a bachelor's degree minimum. The employer chooses the category, but USCIS reviews whether the stated requirements match the actual duties.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for cybersecurity roles?
PERM leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status, so there's no visa cap lottery and no six-year maximum. H-1B visa requires annual renewals and is subject to the cap lottery for most applicants. PERM processing through DOL typically takes six to twelve months before the I-140 petition is even filed, making the total timeline longer upfront, but the outcome is lawful permanent resident status rather than a work authorization that must be extended every three years.
What makes a cybersecurity employer a strong candidate for PERM sponsorship?
Employers with established HR and legal teams, active government contracts, or FISMA compliance obligations sponsor PERM petitions most reliably for cybersecurity roles. Defense contractors and financial institutions regularly hire for cleared or clearance-eligible positions and have immigration counsel already in place. You can verify an employer's PERM filing history by reviewing OFLC disclosure data for their company name and the SOC code for Information Security Analysts.
How can I find Cybersecurity Specialist jobs with active green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Cybersecurity Specialist roles filtered by employers who have filed PERM petitions, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that claim openness to sponsorship but have no filing history. Filtering by sponsorship track record before you apply saves you from spending months in a process an employer was never prepared to complete.
Can a security clearance requirement affect my green card application as a foreign national?
Yes. Roles requiring a U.S. government security clearance, such as Secret or Top Secret, are generally unavailable to foreign nationals who are not already lawful permanent residents or citizens. Some employers structure PERM sponsorship around non-cleared cybersecurity functions, such as vulnerability management or cloud security, and handle clearance eligibility after the green card is granted. Clarify clearance requirements with the employer before the PERM job description is finalized to avoid a mismatch.