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IAM Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Identity and access management sits firmly within specialty occupation territory, making employer-sponsored permanent residency a realistic path for credentialed foreign professionals in this field.
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At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
Position Summary:
Global Information Security (GIS) is responsible for protecting bank information systems, confidential and proprietary data, and customer information. GIS develops the bank’s Information Security strategy and policy, manages the Information Security program, identifies and addresses vulnerabilities and operates a global security operations center that monitors, detects and responds to cybersecurity incidents. Within GIS, Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a security discipline that enables the right individuals to access the right resources at the right times and in the right context. IAM addresses the mission-critical need to ensure appropriate access to the resources across increasingly heterogeneous technology environments, and to meet increasingly rigorous compliance requirements.
What you can expect in Identity & Access Management:
In today’s highly connected world, managing and securing the identity of users is essential to the safety and success of our workforce. The Identity & Access Management (IAM) team works within Global Information Services (GIS) and in close participation with all other LOB teams as well as second and third line of defense partners. This role is highly visible and requires frequent interaction with senior management and key stakeholders.
Are you passionate about the latest IT technologies and thrive in a fast-paced international environment? In a typical day, you may work with other team members on the book of work, operational concerns, or risk items. You will help overcome obstacles and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders across the bank to ensure timely and effective delivery. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with passionate competent people, experts in their field. We thrive on being challenged and everything we do is anchored in managing risk for the bank.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain RACF security profiles for users, groups, datasets and general resources.
- Implement, review, and update RACF rules to align with security policies and compliance requirements.
- Analyze and troubleshoot security incidents and access issues, including 24/7 on-call support on a rotating basis.
- Provide support during mainframe upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery tests.
- Develop and maintain process and procedural documentation.
- Identify opportunities for process automation or improvement and design/develop/deploy solutions.
- Work closely with internal/external audit and compliance teams to ensure adherence to IAM standards.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in mainframe security administration/engineering in a RACF environment
- 3+ years of relevant IAM experience
- Working knowledge of the z/OS mainframe environment
- Experience with:
- Add-on security managers (zSecure/Vanguard)
- TSO/ISPF
- JCL, CARLa, and/or REXX
- USS Security
- Utilizing AI for process improvement/automation
- Excel
- ServiceNow
Desired Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other team members and partners in a fast-paced/high-volume environment.
This job will be open and accepting applications for a minimum of seven days from the date it was posted.
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
Job Description:
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
Position Summary:
Global Information Security (GIS) is responsible for protecting bank information systems, confidential and proprietary data, and customer information. GIS develops the bank’s Information Security strategy and policy, manages the Information Security program, identifies and addresses vulnerabilities and operates a global security operations center that monitors, detects and responds to cybersecurity incidents. Within GIS, Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a security discipline that enables the right individuals to access the right resources at the right times and in the right context. IAM addresses the mission-critical need to ensure appropriate access to the resources across increasingly heterogeneous technology environments, and to meet increasingly rigorous compliance requirements.
What you can expect in Identity & Access Management:
In today’s highly connected world, managing and securing the identity of users is essential to the safety and success of our workforce. The Identity & Access Management (IAM) team works within Global Information Services (GIS) and in close participation with all other LOB teams as well as second and third line of defense partners. This role is highly visible and requires frequent interaction with senior management and key stakeholders.
Are you passionate about the latest IT technologies and thrive in a fast-paced international environment? In a typical day, you may work with other team members on the book of work, operational concerns, or risk items. You will help overcome obstacles and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders across the bank to ensure timely and effective delivery. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with passionate competent people, experts in their field. We thrive on being challenged and everything we do is anchored in managing risk for the bank.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain RACF security profiles for users, groups, datasets and general resources.
- Implement, review, and update RACF rules to align with security policies and compliance requirements.
- Analyze and troubleshoot security incidents and access issues, including 24/7 on-call support on a rotating basis.
- Provide support during mainframe upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery tests.
- Develop and maintain process and procedural documentation.
- Identify opportunities for process automation or improvement and design/develop/deploy solutions.
- Work closely with internal/external audit and compliance teams to ensure adherence to IAM standards.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in mainframe security administration/engineering in a RACF environment
- 3+ years of relevant IAM experience
- Working knowledge of the z/OS mainframe environment
- Experience with:
- Add-on security managers (zSecure/Vanguard)
- TSO/ISPF
- JCL, CARLa, and/or REXX
- USS Security
- Utilizing AI for process improvement/automation
- Excel
- ServiceNow
Desired Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other team members and partners in a fast-paced/high-volume environment.
This job will be open and accepting applications for a minimum of seven days from the date it was posted.
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Iam Engineer
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems strengthens an EB-2 filing. If your highest degree is a bachelor's, document five years of progressive IAM-specific experience to support an advanced-degree equivalency argument during PERM.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Filter your job search to organizations that have filed PERM applications for IAM or identity management roles before. Employers already familiar with the labor certification process move faster and make fewer procedural errors that delay your green card timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search for IAM Engineer roles with verified green card sponsorship history directly on Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers who have sponsored similar positions, saving you from applying to companies with no PERM filing infrastructure in place.
Benchmark your salary against OFLC prevailing wages
Before your employer files the PERM labor certification, verify that your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific IAM role and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the wage level, since underpayment is a common PERM denial trigger.
Clarify the job description before PERM is filed
The duties listed on your PERM application must match your actual day-to-day IAM responsibilities. Vague or inflated job descriptions invite DOL audit requests. Work with your employer to ensure role-specific tasks like provisioning, access governance, and identity lifecycle management are accurately documented.
Understand priority dates before accepting an offer
If you were born in India or China, your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date determines how long before you can adjust status. Ask prospective employers about their willingness to file the I-140 promptly, since an earlier filing date locks in your place in the queue.
Green Card Iam Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IAM Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
IAM Engineer positions typically qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, which is common for senior identity architecture and privileged access management positions. EB-3 applies to roles requiring a bachelor's degree. Your employer's job description and your credentials determine which category USCIS accepts, and most employers file under whichever category best fits the posted requirements.
How does the green card process for IAM Engineers differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years with no path to permanency on its own. The EB-2 and EB-3 green card process through PERM leads directly to lawful permanent residency. There is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level, and while the PERM and I-140 process takes longer to initiate than an H-1B petition, you're building toward permanent status rather than managing recurring visa cycles.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for an IAM Engineer role?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign, typically lasting 60 to 90 days, to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the IAM Engineer position. DOL then reviews the application, which can take several months. A well-documented job description tied specifically to identity and access management functions, not generic IT skills, reduces the risk of an audit or denial.
Where can I find IAM Engineer jobs where the employer is already set up to sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for IAM Engineer roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This matters because not every company that posts an IAM role has the HR infrastructure or legal counsel in place to execute a PERM filing. Targeting employers with prior PERM experience shortens the path from offer letter to approved I-140.
How does my birth country affect my IAM Engineer green card timeline?
Nationals of most countries face no significant wait after PERM and I-140 approval before adjusting status. For candidates born in India or China, per-country limits create backlog at the EB-2 and EB-3 levels, which can extend the wait by years. Filing the I-140 as early as possible establishes your priority date and locks in your position regardless of future demand increases in your preference category.