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Network Security Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Roles demanding specialized skills in threat detection, firewall architecture, or compliance frameworks are well-suited to this pathway, making green card sponsorship a realistic goal for foreign professionals in this field.
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mPulse is the leader in conversational AI and member engagement for healthcare. We partner with the nation's most innovative health plans — Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial — to engage members in conversations that close care gaps, improve Stars ratings, and drive better health outcomes. Our platform reaches tens of millions of Americans and is built on the belief that better health starts with better conversations.
Job Summary:
The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure of our network to safeguard against cyber threats and unauthorized access. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security principles, protocols, and technologies, along with hands-on experience in firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security incident response. This role reports directly to the Director of Infrastructure.
Location: Fully remote
Essential Functions:
- Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
- Configure and manage firewall devices, including rule creation, access control, and VPN tunnel configuration.
- Maintains core switches, firewalls (Palo Alto), and functional networks.
- Administers, and maintains our hybrid networks between on premises and AWS Cloud Availability Zones.
- Administer all security updates, and carefully document network changes.
- Interpret existing configurations and understand how the systems fits into the overall network design.
- Deploy and monitor intrusion detection/prevention systems to detect / protect against malicious activities.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Provide incident response, analysis support, containment, and recovery effort during Security Incidents.
- Stay up to date on emerging threats and preventative steps to ensure our highest-level Security Posture.
- Other duties as assigned by Management.
Education Required:
- BA/BS degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent combination of education, and experience.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Knowledge of current networking protocols and standards.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting connectivity issues.
- Extensive knowledge of Cisco and Palo Alto networks.
- Working knowledge of AWS networking standards.
- Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft networks.
Personal Attributes
- Excellent critical thinking, logic, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent planning and organization skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written, oral and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to make decisions and negotiate.
- Exceptionally self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
- Easily adjusts to changes in a fast-paced environment.
- Adept stress tolerance and conflict management.
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong work ethic with good time management and the ability to work with diverse teams.
Why mPulse?
- Remote-First & Flexible PTO — work from wherever you're most productive
- 100% Company-Paid Employee Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans with a 100% company-paid employee-only option, plus company contributions toward dependent coverage and company-paid life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) + 4% Match — with financial advisors to help you plan
- 6 Weeks Parental Leave
- Invest in You — 30-60-90 day plans and frequent training
- Culture of Recognition — peer-to-peer bonuses & team celebrations
Equal Opportunity:
mPulse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions at mPulse are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require any accommodations during the application, interview, or assessment process due to a disability or any other accessibility-related concern, please do not hesitate to reach out to our People Ops and Recruiting team at careers@mpulse.com
About mPulse:
mPulse is the leader in conversational AI and member engagement for healthcare. We partner with the nation's most innovative health plans — Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial — to engage members in conversations that close care gaps, improve Stars ratings, and drive better health outcomes. Our platform reaches tens of millions of Americans and is built on the belief that better health starts with better conversations.
Job Summary:
The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure of our network to safeguard against cyber threats and unauthorized access. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security principles, protocols, and technologies, along with hands-on experience in firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security incident response. This role reports directly to the Director of Infrastructure.
Location: Fully remote
Essential Functions:
- Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
- Configure and manage firewall devices, including rule creation, access control, and VPN tunnel configuration.
- Maintains core switches, firewalls (Palo Alto), and functional networks.
- Administers, and maintains our hybrid networks between on premises and AWS Cloud Availability Zones.
- Administer all security updates, and carefully document network changes.
- Interpret existing configurations and understand how the systems fits into the overall network design.
- Deploy and monitor intrusion detection/prevention systems to detect / protect against malicious activities.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Provide incident response, analysis support, containment, and recovery effort during Security Incidents.
- Stay up to date on emerging threats and preventative steps to ensure our highest-level Security Posture.
- Other duties as assigned by Management.
Education Required:
- BA/BS degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent combination of education, and experience.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Knowledge of current networking protocols and standards.
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting connectivity issues.
- Extensive knowledge of Cisco and Palo Alto networks.
- Working knowledge of AWS networking standards.
- Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft networks.
Personal Attributes
- Excellent critical thinking, logic, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent planning and organization skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written, oral and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to make decisions and negotiate.
- Exceptionally self-motivated with a keen attention to detail.
- Easily adjusts to changes in a fast-paced environment.
- Adept stress tolerance and conflict management.
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong work ethic with good time management and the ability to work with diverse teams.
Why mPulse?
- Remote-First & Flexible PTO — work from wherever you're most productive
- 100% Company-Paid Employee Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans with a 100% company-paid employee-only option, plus company contributions toward dependent coverage and company-paid life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) + 4% Match — with financial advisors to help you plan
- 6 Weeks Parental Leave
- Invest in You — 30-60-90 day plans and frequent training
- Culture of Recognition — peer-to-peer bonuses & team celebrations
Equal Opportunity:
mPulse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions at mPulse are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you require any accommodations during the application, interview, or assessment process due to a disability or any other accessibility-related concern, please do not hesitate to reach out to our People Ops and Recruiting team at careers@mpulse.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Network Security Specialist
Translate your certifications into PERM language
PERM job requirements must match your actual credentials exactly. Before applying, map your CISSP, CISM, or CEH certifications to the specific duties listed in job postings so your employer can write a compliant PERM description around your qualifications.
Target employers with dedicated immigration infrastructure
Defense contractors, financial institutions, and healthcare networks regularly sponsor Network Security Specialists because of compliance mandates like CMMC and HIPAA. These employers already have legal teams handling PERM filings and are less likely to stall mid-process.
Search for green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history for security roles. Migrate Mate surfaces companies that have sponsored foreign professionals in network security, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with PERM.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location before PERM can proceed. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Network Security Specialist roles in your target city so you can negotiate from an informed position.
Ask about PERM timing before accepting an offer
PERM labor certification and I-140 approval can take two or more years before you reach adjustment of status. Ask the employer whether they'll file concurrently with an H-1B visa extension or whether you'll need a separate status bridge to stay authorized throughout the process.
Use O*NET to align your job description with EB-2 requirements
The O*NET profile for Network Security Specialists lists the specialized knowledge and skill requirements USCIS expects to see in an EB-2 petition. Verify your job duties and degree requirements match before your employer drafts the PERM application to reduce the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Green Card Network Security Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Security Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Network Security Specialist positions qualify for EB-2 because they typically require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field, plus specialized skills that meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles with less formal degree requirements may fall under EB-3 as skilled workers. Your employer's attorney will determine the appropriate category based on the actual job duties and minimum requirements in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization. Unlike the H-1B, the EB-2 and EB-3 categories have no annual lottery, so your petition won't be rejected by random selection. The tradeoff is time: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status together typically take two to five years for most nationalities, compared to an H-1B approval that can come within months. For professionals from India or China, the EB-3 priority date backlog extends the timeline significantly.
What makes finding a sponsoring employer harder for security roles specifically?
Many Network Security Specialist positions require U.S. security clearances, which foreign nationals cannot hold, limiting the pool of sponsoring employers to those with unclassified or commercial security roles. Additionally, the PERM process requires employers to conduct a good-faith U.S. labor market test first, and roles with highly competitive candidate pools may be harder to certify. Targeting employers in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, or cloud infrastructure, where the demand consistently outpaces domestic supply, improves your chances.
How can I find employers actively sponsoring green cards for network security jobs?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Network Security Specialist roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This approach is more efficient than applying broadly, because you're targeting companies that have already completed the PERM process for similar roles and are familiar with the legal and administrative requirements involved.
What documentation should I prepare before a PERM-sponsored job application?
Gather certified transcripts, your degree credentials with any foreign equivalency evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and documentation of professional certifications like CISSP, Security+, or CISM. You'll also need employment verification letters for any experience your employer plans to list as a minimum requirement in the PERM job description. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize whether your actual background matches the stated job requirements, so inconsistencies between your resume and the PERM filing can trigger a denial or audit.