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IT Operations Analyst roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers initiate the process with PERM labor certification through DOL, followed by I-140 petition filing with USCIS, putting you on the path to permanent residency.
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Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
- As one diverse, high-performing team dedicated to technical excellence, you will focus relentlessly on delivering unrivaled digital products that drive a more reliable and profitable airline.
- In the Cybersecurity Operations domain, you will be responsible for the cyber defense of technology assets by managing daily activities, threat detection and incident response, security tool implementation, and team development. You will be expected to balance technical oversight, and business alignment to keep the organization’s digital assets safe while ensuring the team is empowered, the systems are resilient, and the entire operation runs smoothly, effectively, and proactively.
- As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
- As one diverse, high-performing team dedicated to technical excellence, you will focus relentlessly on delivering unrivaled digital products that drive a more reliable and profitable airline.
- In the Cybersecurity Operations domain, you will be responsible for the cyber defense of technology assets by managing daily activities, threat detection and incident response, security tool implementation, and team development. You will be expected to balance technical oversight, and business alignment to keep the organization’s digital assets safe while ensuring the team is empowered, the systems are resilient, and the entire operation runs smoothly, effectively, and proactively.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION & PRIOR JOB EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION & PRIOR JOB EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
- 3+ years experience in Security Operations Centers
- Airline industry experience.
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Advanced understanding of security frameworks and protocols across cybersecurity testing, intelligence, ASM, and threat management
- Advanced understanding of physical and cyber security integration, including access control systems and surveillance technologies
- Deep understanding of secure communication technologies, including encryption protocols and secure data transmission methods
- Passion and dedication for improving security across cybersecurity testing, intelligence, ASM, and threat management
- Experience with vulnerability assessment tools, penetration testing tools, threat intelligence platforms, SIEM systems, and secure communication networks
- Project management experience highly preferred
- Relevant certifications highly desirable, including: CISSP, CEH, GIAC, SANS, CISM, OSCP, GPEN, GCIA, CSSP-A, and CISA
- Superior verbal and written communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences at all organizational levels
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
- As one diverse, high-performing team dedicated to technical excellence, you will focus relentlessly on delivering unrivaled digital products that drive a more reliable and profitable airline.
- In the Cybersecurity Operations domain, you will be responsible for the cyber defense of technology assets by managing daily activities, threat detection and incident response, security tool implementation, and team development. You will be expected to balance technical oversight, and business alignment to keep the organization’s digital assets safe while ensuring the team is empowered, the systems are resilient, and the entire operation runs smoothly, effectively, and proactively.
- As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
- As one diverse, high-performing team dedicated to technical excellence, you will focus relentlessly on delivering unrivaled digital products that drive a more reliable and profitable airline.
- In the Cybersecurity Operations domain, you will be responsible for the cyber defense of technology assets by managing daily activities, threat detection and incident response, security tool implementation, and team development. You will be expected to balance technical oversight, and business alignment to keep the organization’s digital assets safe while ensuring the team is empowered, the systems are resilient, and the entire operation runs smoothly, effectively, and proactively.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION & PRIOR JOB EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION & PRIOR JOB EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
- 3+ years experience in Security Operations Centers
- Airline industry experience.
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Advanced understanding of security frameworks and protocols across cybersecurity testing, intelligence, ASM, and threat management
- Advanced understanding of physical and cyber security integration, including access control systems and surveillance technologies
- Deep understanding of secure communication technologies, including encryption protocols and secure data transmission methods
- Passion and dedication for improving security across cybersecurity testing, intelligence, ASM, and threat management
- Experience with vulnerability assessment tools, penetration testing tools, threat intelligence platforms, SIEM systems, and secure communication networks
- Project management experience highly preferred
- Relevant certifications highly desirable, including: CISSP, CEH, GIAC, SANS, CISM, OSCP, GPEN, GCIA, CSSP-A, and CISA
- Superior verbal and written communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences at all organizational levels
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an IT Operations Analyst
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
Your degree field and job duties must align for a successful PERM filing. If your degree is in a related but non-exact field, document how your coursework directly supports IT operations responsibilities to strengthen your employer's labor certification application.
Target employers with active EB-3 filing history
Search for IT Operations Analyst openings at companies that have filed PERM applications before. Employers already familiar with the DOL labor certification process move faster and make fewer procedural errors that delay your green card timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filtering job postings by green card sponsorship intent saves time in a market where many listings omit that detail. Migrate Mate surfaces IT Operations Analyst roles specifically at employers who sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 petitions, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is confirmed.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job zone. Check the OFLC Wage Search for the IT Operations Analyst SOC code before signing an offer letter, since PERM will be rejected if the wage falls short.
Negotiate PERM filing timelines during the offer stage
Ask the employer directly when they plan to start the PERM process after you join. Some employers wait one to two years before initiating sponsorship, and getting that timeline in writing protects you from indefinite delays after you've already relocated.
Understand how EB-3 avoids H-1B cap pressures
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship has no annual lottery and no registration fee. For IT Operations Analyst roles at cap-subject employers, pursuing green card sponsorship in parallel with or instead of H-1B removes the uncertainty of random selection from your immigration path.
Green Card IT Operations Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Operations Analyst role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
IT Operations Analyst positions typically qualify under EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or when you have a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive experience that the employer can document in the PERM job description. The classification depends on how the employer defines the minimum requirements, not on your personal credentials alone.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B grants temporary status in two- to three-year increments and requires winning a lottery for cap-subject employers. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual cap for most nationalities and no lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification through DOL, followed by I-140 adjudication at USCIS, typically takes two to four years before you receive a green card, compared to H-1B approval in a few months. Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization that expires.
What does the PERM process look like for an IT Operations Analyst position?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after conducting a mandatory recruitment campaign to document that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. The employer must also obtain a prevailing wage determination and advertise the position at the certified wage level. Analyst review at DOL currently adds significant processing time beyond the standard 60-day window. Once PERM is certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to establish your immigrant visa priority date.
How can I find IT Operations Analyst jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify whether the employer sponsors green cards, which makes filtering difficult through general search tools. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, showing IT Operations Analyst openings at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Searching by role and sponsorship type cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who have never filed a PERM application.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before I get my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. The new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification as the one on the original petition. IT operations roles generally port cleanly to similar analyst or systems positions, but you should confirm the SOC code alignment with your new employer's immigration counsel before making the move.