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Director of Security roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently ties your immigration status to the employer rather than a temporary visa. Large enterprises, healthcare systems, and critical infrastructure operators regularly sponsor this title. Understanding how your security credentials map to DOL occupational classifications strengthens your application from the start.
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Get Access To All JobsGENERAL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the management and oversight of Campus Safety & Security, federal and state reporting, and risk management-related incidents.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports directly to the Chief Human Resources & Compliance Officer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Manages the Office of Campus Safety & Security personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains campus safety and security for all students, employees, visitors, and community members.
- Initiates and develops policies and programs to ensure adherence to campus policy, federal, state, and local laws. Works collaboratively with local law enforcement and public safety personnel.
- Works collaboratively with all offices and departments across campus. This position collaborates with campus offices to ensure programs and policies align with the institution’s goals and objectives and support student success initiatives.
- Ensures office practices are held to the highest standard for confidentiality and privacy. Thoroughly documents processes and programs for full audit compliance.
- Oversees and manages the Office of Campus Security and Safety including the recruitment, hiring, and supervision, and performance evaluation of full- and part-time campus safety and security personnel.
- Trains all safety and security staff on proper enforcement, investigative, and response procedures. Provides training and relevant information on campus safety and security to entire campus community.
- Conducts annual safety audits and works with all campus departments to complete safety and risk assessments. Analyzes incident report data to identify trends and recommend appropriate actions to mitigate potential concerns.
- Supports the University’s Worker’s Compensation process, including initial incident report is completed and injured employee is provided with resources regarding policies and benefits.
- Coordinates and compiles crime statistics in accordance and compliance with the Clery Act and all state and federal guidelines. Oversees and coordinates the annual entry of Clery data and completes the Annual Campus Safety and Security Data Report for the US Department of Education.
- Publishes the annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report.
- Manages the Security budget and submits payroll timecards.
- Performs other relevant and related duties as assigned by supervisor.
CORE VALUES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
- Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
- Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
- Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
- Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
- Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
- Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements.
- Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Compliance, or Emergency Management
- A relevant combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree
- Administrative leadership and/or Public Safety experience in Higher Education or similar field of work.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to think critically and seek solutions which result in mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential data and retain all records as such.
- Knowledge and understanding of laws, rules, and techniques for maintaining legal records.
- Ability to be a resourceful problem-solver.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment as a team player and provide support and training on a wide range of topics to University faculty and staff.
- Demonstrated excellent relevant written and verbal communication skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of safety, compliance, and personnel management techniques and best practices.
- A tolerance for ambiguity and a willingness to manage diverse and frequently changing assignments, particularly the ability to do so with a positive attitude in a high-task environment.
- Experience and knowledge of working with safety systems.
- Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED:
Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet, word processing software, and integrated database program, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. Employee in this position must have a valid driver’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues all of which may be indoor or outdoor, and must travel on a frequent basis including evening and weekend commitments. The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the management and oversight of Campus Safety & Security, federal and state reporting, and risk management-related incidents.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports directly to the Chief Human Resources & Compliance Officer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Manages the Office of Campus Safety & Security personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains campus safety and security for all students, employees, visitors, and community members.
- Initiates and develops policies and programs to ensure adherence to campus policy, federal, state, and local laws. Works collaboratively with local law enforcement and public safety personnel.
- Works collaboratively with all offices and departments across campus. This position collaborates with campus offices to ensure programs and policies align with the institution’s goals and objectives and support student success initiatives.
- Ensures office practices are held to the highest standard for confidentiality and privacy. Thoroughly documents processes and programs for full audit compliance.
- Oversees and manages the Office of Campus Security and Safety including the recruitment, hiring, and supervision, and performance evaluation of full- and part-time campus safety and security personnel.
- Trains all safety and security staff on proper enforcement, investigative, and response procedures. Provides training and relevant information on campus safety and security to entire campus community.
- Conducts annual safety audits and works with all campus departments to complete safety and risk assessments. Analyzes incident report data to identify trends and recommend appropriate actions to mitigate potential concerns.
- Supports the University’s Worker’s Compensation process, including initial incident report is completed and injured employee is provided with resources regarding policies and benefits.
- Coordinates and compiles crime statistics in accordance and compliance with the Clery Act and all state and federal guidelines. Oversees and coordinates the annual entry of Clery data and completes the Annual Campus Safety and Security Data Report for the US Department of Education.
- Publishes the annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report.
- Manages the Security budget and submits payroll timecards.
- Performs other relevant and related duties as assigned by supervisor.
CORE VALUES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
- Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
- Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
- Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
- Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
- Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
- Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements.
- Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES & QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3-5 years of experience in Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Compliance, or Emergency Management
- A relevant combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree
- Administrative leadership and/or Public Safety experience in Higher Education or similar field of work.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to think critically and seek solutions which result in mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential data and retain all records as such.
- Knowledge and understanding of laws, rules, and techniques for maintaining legal records.
- Ability to be a resourceful problem-solver.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment as a team player and provide support and training on a wide range of topics to University faculty and staff.
- Demonstrated excellent relevant written and verbal communication skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of safety, compliance, and personnel management techniques and best practices.
- A tolerance for ambiguity and a willingness to manage diverse and frequently changing assignments, particularly the ability to do so with a positive attitude in a high-task environment.
- Experience and knowledge of working with safety systems.
- Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED:
Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet, word processing software, and integrated database program, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. Employee in this position must have a valid driver’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues all of which may be indoor or outdoor, and must travel on a frequent basis including evening and weekend commitments. The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Director Of Security
Match your credentials to DOL occupational codes
Director of Security roles can be classified under multiple SOC codes depending on the employer's industry. Confirm which code your offer letter reflects before PERM filing, since the prevailing wage requirement and EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility both flow from that classification.
Document security certifications for PERM requirements
Credentials like CISSP, CPP, or PSP need to appear in your PERM job description as legitimate requirements, not preferred qualifications. Work with your employer to ensure the job duties listed match your actual role and that your certifications are framed as requirements the position genuinely demands.
Target employers with in-house immigration counsel
Healthcare networks, defense contractors, financial institutions, and large technology firms regularly sponsor Director of Security positions and typically have dedicated HR teams experienced with PERM. Prioritize these sectors when evaluating offers, since the employer's PERM experience significantly affects how smoothly your case moves through DOL review.
Search green card sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Director of Security openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This lets you focus your outreach on organizations already familiar with PERM rather than educating hiring managers from scratch during interviews.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level II or Level III prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location before signing. Your employer's offered salary must meet or exceed that figure for DOL to certify the PERM, and renegotiating after filing creates delays.
Negotiate PERM filing timeline into your offer
Ask during the offer stage how soon the employer intends to initiate PERM after your start date. Some companies delay filing for months or years. Getting a written commitment on the filing timeline protects your priority date and prevents prolonged uncertainty if your home country has a visa backlog at the EB-3 level.
Green Card Director Of Security: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Security role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply depending on the job requirements and your credentials. EB-2 covers positions requiring an advanced degree or candidates with strong professional credentials. EB-3 covers skilled workers with a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Your employer's PERM attorney will determine the correct category based on the actual job duties and the minimum requirements stated in the labor certification.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and it doesn't have an annual lottery or H-1B visa cap concerns. The trade-off is time: PERM involves a DOL recruitment and review process that typically takes over a year before you even file the I-140 petition. Once your priority date becomes current, though, you're on a path to a green card rather than a visa you need to keep renewing.
What happens to my green card case if I leave the sponsoring employer before it's approved?
Leaving before your I-140 is approved generally terminates the entire PERM petition, and you'd need a new employer to restart the process. After I-140 approval, you gain some portability rights under AC21, which allows you to change employers to a similar role after your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more without losing your priority date.
How can I find Director of Security jobs that specifically offer green card sponsorship?
Most standard job boards don't filter by sponsorship type, making it hard to distinguish H-1B offers from PERM-based green card sponsorship. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, letting you search Director of Security openings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history so you aren't wasting interviews on companies unfamiliar with the PERM process.
Do physical security and cybersecurity Director of Security roles go through the same PERM process?
The PERM process itself is the same, but the SOC code, prevailing wage level, and supporting documentation differ significantly between physical security and information security leadership roles. A Director of Security overseeing corporate physical protection may be classified differently than a CISO-adjacent role focused on cybersecurity. The job description filed with DOL must accurately reflect which function the role primarily serves, since that classification determines wage compliance and eligibility.