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Information Security Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Roles demanding specialized expertise in network defense, threat analysis, or compliance frameworks often support EB-2 advanced-degree filings, while EB-3 covers qualified professionals at the skilled-worker level.
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FOR USE BY IT AND HSIS ONLY: The University of Alabama at Birmingham UAB seeks an INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER III-EN to plan, design, enforce and audit security policies and procedures which safeguard the integrity of and access to enterprise systems, files, and data elements. To recognize and identify potential areas where existing data security policies and procedures require change, or where ones need to be developed, especially regarding future business expansion. To provide management with risk assessments and security briefings to advise them of critical issues that may affect customers, or corporate security objectives. To evaluate and recommend security products, services and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness. This position will commit to fostering an environment of heightened security following Information Technology Security Policies and participating in security training, such as Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), on an annual basis.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for supporting research in maintaining institutional compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) regulations, including NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and other federal mandates. This position involves collaborating with partners on the Cloud-based environment for CUI, and working closely with researchers to ensure security controls align with federal standards.
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Develop and implement strategies for the security control requirements ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations and policies.
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Stay updated on relevant regulations and policies related to research compliance and regulatory affairs.
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Provide guidance and support to researchers, faculty, and staff on IT compliance practices.
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Monitor the effectiveness of the research compliance program and make recommendations for improvement.
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Act as a point of contact for security controls and IT compliance-related inquiries or concerns for research projects.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
(Annual Salary: $94,375 - $153,355)
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or similar or a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred. IT Experience specifically related to cybersecurity is necessary.
Preferred Skills: Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and federal CUI handling regulations. Experience with writing system Security Plans, POAMs, Incident Response Plans. Experience working with cloud security solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. Experience with GovCloud or other secure cloud-based research platforms. Prior experience in higher education research security a big plus. Certification or credentials related to Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCP) a plus.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Information Technology
Organization: 191300000 Enterprise Info Security
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Remote/Hybrid Eligible
Description
FOR USE BY IT AND HSIS ONLY: The University of Alabama at Birmingham UAB seeks an INFORMATION SECURITY ENGINEER III-EN to plan, design, enforce and audit security policies and procedures which safeguard the integrity of and access to enterprise systems, files, and data elements. To recognize and identify potential areas where existing data security policies and procedures require change, or where ones need to be developed, especially regarding future business expansion. To provide management with risk assessments and security briefings to advise them of critical issues that may affect customers, or corporate security objectives. To evaluate and recommend security products, services and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness. This position will commit to fostering an environment of heightened security following Information Technology Security Policies and participating in security training, such as Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), on an annual basis.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for supporting research in maintaining institutional compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) regulations, including NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and other federal mandates. This position involves collaborating with partners on the Cloud-based environment for CUI, and working closely with researchers to ensure security controls align with federal standards.
-
Develop and implement strategies for the security control requirements ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations and policies.
-
Stay updated on relevant regulations and policies related to research compliance and regulatory affairs.
-
Provide guidance and support to researchers, faculty, and staff on IT compliance practices.
-
Monitor the effectiveness of the research compliance program and make recommendations for improvement.
-
Act as a point of contact for security controls and IT compliance-related inquiries or concerns for research projects.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
(Annual Salary: $94,375 - $153,355)
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or similar or a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred. IT Experience specifically related to cybersecurity is necessary.
Preferred Skills: Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and federal CUI handling regulations. Experience with writing system Security Plans, POAMs, Incident Response Plans. Experience working with cloud security solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. Experience with GovCloud or other secure cloud-based research platforms. Prior experience in higher education research security a big plus. Certification or credentials related to Cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCP) a plus.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Information Technology
Organization: 191300000 Enterprise Info Security
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Remote/Hybrid Eligible
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Information Security Engineer
Align your credentials to PERM wage levels
Before applying, look up your target job titles in the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your experience maps to Level III or IV wage tiers. Employers filing PERM at lower wage levels for senior security roles face audit risk, which can slow your case by a year or more.
Document your security certifications strategically
CISSP, CISM, and CCSP credentials carry weight in PERM job descriptions that list certifications as requirements. Get foreign-credential equivalency letters issued before your employer drafts the prevailing wage request so your qualifications are reflected from the start.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to filter Information Security Engineer roles by green card sponsorship history, so you're focusing on employers who've completed PERM filings for this occupation rather than those encountering the process for the first time with your case.
Understand how SOC codes affect your EB-2 eligibility
DOL assigns Standard Occupational Classification codes to each PERM application. If an employer codes your role under a general IT category rather than the specific Information Security Analysts SOC, your case may not support EB-2 advanced-degree filing, even with a master's degree.
Ask about PERM audit timelines during offer negotiations
PERM audits triggered by DOL add six to eighteen months to the process. Before accepting an offer, ask whether the employer has filed PERM for this role before and whether they use outside counsel, both of which reduce audit exposure for security-specific job descriptions.
Verify the employer's recruitment record meets PERM rules
PERM requires employers to conduct specific recruitment steps, including print advertising and internal postings, before filing. Security roles are frequently audited by DOL, so confirm your employer's HR team has run PERM recruitment correctly rather than relying on general hiring activity.
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Find Information Security Engineer JobsInformation Security Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Information Security Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the position's stated requirements. EB-2 applies when the employer's PERM job description requires a master's degree or equivalent, which many senior security roles legitimately do. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. The employer's attorney drafts the job description, so the degree requirement written into the PERM filing determines which category fits your case.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for security engineers?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and annual lottery exposure. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification alone takes six to eighteen months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition, making the total timeline significantly longer than an H-1B transfer.
Why do Information Security Engineer PERM filings get audited so frequently?
DOL audits security roles at higher rates because job descriptions often list requirements that DOL considers narrowly tailored to a specific candidate rather than the open market. Requirements like employer-specific security clearances, proprietary platform experience, or certification combinations that few candidates hold can trigger scrutiny. Employers with experienced immigration counsel typically draft descriptions that meet PERM's business necessity standard without triggering automatic audit flags.
How can I find employers who actually sponsor green cards for security roles?
The most direct approach is to search by employers with verified PERM filing history for Information Security Engineer positions. Migrate Mate lets you filter roles specifically by green card sponsorship, so you're not wasting applications on companies that support H-1B transfers but have never completed a PERM filing for a security position.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is approved but before I have my green card?
Once your I-140 is approved and you've been in the adjustment of status process for 180 days or more, portability rules allow you to change to a same or similar occupational role without restarting the process. Information Security Engineer positions generally qualify as similar to other cybersecurity and network protection roles under USCIS portability analysis, but the new role must match the occupational category in your approved I-140.
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