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INTRODUCTION
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
NVIDIA Enterprise Network Architecture team is seeking experienced candidates in the extensive domain of network security. Great foundations generating documentation for architectural planning, roadmaps, designs, evaluations, test plans, along with a passion for configuration standards will set you apart. Outstanding problem-solving abilities and a comprehensive understanding of network security protocols & standards, routing, switching, automation, and a deep understanding of fundamental network theory is also critical to your success at NVIDIA. This is a broad network security architecture role spanning traditional network security design, identity-driven access control, enablement of security products at scale, and emerging problem spaces like agentic AI workload isolation — with a strong emphasis on driving adoption, not just designing on paper.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Build and implement network protection frameworks, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs and other security technologies.
- Partner with Enterprise Security — working across IAM, network access control (NAC/802.1X), and Zero Trust identity/posture-based policy so that network access decisions are increasingly driven by who/what is connecting and its security posture, not just IP/VLAN placement.
- Partner with Product Security (ProdSec) to enable NVIDIA's own security products and tooling for internal customers at scale — taking platforms validated in staging/pilot and driving them into org-wide production use (e.g., artifact/supply-chain scanning gates, access-control gateways, endpoint/network detection tooling), removing the friction that keeps good tooling stuck at "validated but not embraced."
- Design network-level isolation for autonomous/agentic AI workloads ("autorun") and multi-tenant environments running disparate, co-located workloads at different trust levels — defining trust-domain boundaries, segmentation models, and long-term end-state architecture (e.g., firewall-based "chambers" today, migrating toward DPU-based zero-trust micro-segmentation as that capability matures) so that a compromised or malicious workload cannot reach other tenants or the broader corporate network.
- Lead efforts to move NVIDIA's internal office and lab networks from a largely flat, implicitly-trusted model toward explicit east-west segmentation — internal/collapsed firewalls at key boundary points, a service-catalog-based access model, and a foundation for dynamic Zero Trust controls (posture, identity, application awareness) — without breaking existing lab/office workflows.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend security solutions, products, and technologies that can enhance the network's security posture.
- Partner and conduct security audits and penetration tests to assess the network's security and identify vulnerabilities.
- Create and maintain documentation, including security policies, procedures, network diagrams, and multi-functional feasibility reviews that define clear ownership boundaries between network, identity, platform, and application-security teams.
- Deliver guidelines, validated design standards, and direction on security standards/policies/roadmaps like Zero Trust to ensure consistent security practices across the organization. Provide domain expertise, consultation, and critical issue support.
What we need to see:
- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent experience.
- 12+ years of experience in building, managing and supporting large scale hybrid networks on the foundations of security.
- Experience developing automation technology with Python, Ruby, Go or other languages used in infrastructure automation.
- Advanced knowledge of NIST CSF, CIS controls, or MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols and encryption services and how these serve elevated security posture for a network.
- Experience evaluating and testing new vendor platforms and in-house network initiatives for security issues.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and their respective security practices and services.
- Experience working cross-functionally with identity/IAM and product security teams to turn security capabilities into org-wide standards, not just point solutions.
- Comfort operating in ambiguity on emerging problem spaces — including securing AI agent platforms where standards and precedent are still being written.
Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd:
- Experience with ML/AI as it relates to security analysis, vulnerability assessment and detection, threat modeling, malware detection, binary analysis, network analytics or other security-related research.
- Experience working with heterogeneous security platforms and building them as code.
- Experience driving org-wide adoption of a security standard or gate (e.g., getting a scanning/enforcement tool out of staging and into default production use across many teams).
- Direct experience securing agentic AI / autonomous coding-agent infrastructure — sandboxing, egress control, and trust-domain isolation for workloads that complete AI-generated code with minimal human oversight.
- Experience crafting segmentation for large-scale flat corporate and campus networks using internal firewalls, VLANs/VRFs, and NAC. You have a track record of gaining multi-functional sign-off and making the handoff operational, not just crafting it.
NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern computers and is at the heart of our products and services. Our work opens up new universes to explore, enables outstanding creativity and discovery, and powers what were once science fiction inventions from artificial intelligence to autonomous cars. NVIDIA is looking for exceptional people like you to help us accelerate the next wave of artificial intelligence.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 196,000 USD - 310,500 USD for Level 5, and 240,000 USD - 379,500 USD for Level 6. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 13, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Network Architect
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications (CCIE, CCNP, JNCIE), and letters confirming your network architecture responsibilities before approaching employers. PERM audits frequently scrutinize whether your credentials match the advertised minimum requirements.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications under SOC code 15-1241. Employers already running the process understand the timeline and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find network architect roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-2 or EB-3 category saves weeks of manual OFLC research and connects you directly to active openings.
Negotiate your offer letter before PERM is filed
Your job duties in the offer letter become the basis for the PERM job description. If the description is too narrow or lists certifications you don't currently hold, DOL can reject the application, so align wording to your actual role before filing begins.
Check the prevailing wage before your interview
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and SOC code 15-1241 before salary discussions. If an employer's offer falls below the DOL prevailing wage for your level, PERM certification will fail regardless of your qualifications.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 category decision
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, the employer will typically file under EB-3. Roles requiring a master's or equivalent open EB-2 eligibility, which can affect priority date movement for applicants from oversubscribed countries. Clarify the intended category before your employer begins the PERM recruitment.
Green Card Network Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Architect role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Network Architect positions qualify for EB-3 when the job requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Roles requiring a master's degree or equivalent can qualify for EB-2. The category depends on what the employer documents as the minimum requirement in the PERM labor certification, not your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship for Network Architects differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, while H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal and tied to annual lottery selection. EB-3 green card filings have no annual cap at the petition level, though visa number availability varies by country of birth. The overall timeline is longer, often three to five years for most nationalities, but the outcome is permanent.
What does the PERM process look like for a Network Architect position?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination request with DOL, completes a mandatory recruitment period to confirm no qualified U.S. workers are available, then submits the PERM application through the OFLC FLAG system. USCIS reviews the resulting I-140 petition, and you file I-485 to adjust status once a visa number is current. Standard PERM processing runs six to twelve months before the I-140 stage.
Where can I find Network Architect jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Network Architect openings filtered by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history. Because sponsorship willingness varies significantly by employer size and industry, filtering by verified PERM filing history is far more efficient than sorting through general job listings.
Can I change employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more. Network architect roles are broadly classified under SOC 15-1241, so a move to a comparable employer in a similar role generally qualifies. Confirm the job duties match closely before changing, as USCIS can still issue a request for evidence on portability claims.