Green Card Security Administrator Jobs

Security Administrator jobs with green card sponsorship put you on the path to lawful permanent residence through EB-2 or EB-3. Employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, then petition USCIS via I-140. Nationals from high-demand countries should factor priority-date backlogs into their timeline from day one.

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Overview

Open Jobs66+
Work Type76% On-site
Top LocationAtlanta, GA
Most JobsDolby Laboratories

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JDE Security Administrator
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JDE Security Administrator
Tekgence Inc
Dallas, Texas
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
IT Support & Systems Administration
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
IT Support
On-Site
None

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Application Security and Technical Change Administrator
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Application Security and Technical Change Administrator
New York University
New York, New York
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$122k - $142k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Infrastructure Security Administrator
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Infrastructure Security Administrator
Banc of California
Los Angeles, California
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Security Engineering
IT Support
Cybersecurity Operations
On-Site
High School
501-1,000

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SAP Security Administrator
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SAP Security Administrator
Cintas
Mason, Ohio
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Security Application Administrator
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Security Application Administrator
St. John's University
Jamaica, New York
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
IT Support
$73k - $82k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Security Administrator

Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3 early

Security Administrator roles typically qualify under EB-3 with a bachelor's degree in computer science or information systems, or under EB-2 if the position requires an advanced degree. Pull your transcripts and certifications now so your employer can correctly classify the role in the PERM job description.

Search for PERM-filing employers on Migrate Mate

Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Security Administrator roles. Seeing which companies have filed PERM applications in this occupation tells you far more than a generic job posting claiming sponsorship is available.

Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer

Your employer must pay at least the DOL-determined prevailing wage for the Security Administrator role in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 15-1244 before you sign an offer to confirm the salary meets the wage level required for PERM certification.

Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline

PERM requires the employer to complete a good-faith recruitment test before DOL will certify the application. Ask hiring managers whether they have an immigration counsel ready and an estimated start date for the recruitment phase, so you understand how long the process will take before I-140 filing.

Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin

Once your employer files the I-140 and it's approved, your priority date is set. If you're a national of India or China, check the DOS Visa Bulletin monthly to track when your date becomes current. Plan your status maintenance on a temporary work visa around that timeline.

Review the O*NET profile to match your PERM duties

The duties listed in your PERM job description must match the actual work you perform. Cross-reference the O*NET profile for Security Administrator to identify the core tasks DOL expects, and work with your employer's immigration counsel to draft a job description that reflects your real responsibilities without overstating or understating the role.

Green Card Security Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions

What green card categories cover Security Administrator roles?

Most Security Administrator positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in a field like computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity. If the role genuinely requires a master's degree or the equivalent, your employer can petition under EB-2 instead. The job description in the PERM application must accurately reflect that degree requirement for the classification to hold up.

How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?

H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status that your employer renews every few years. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with the DOL, an I-140 immigrant petition filed with USCIS, and then either adjustment of status or consular processing. It takes longer, but the outcome is permanent.

How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for a Security Administrator position?

Start your search on Migrate Mate, which shows employers with verified green card sponsorship history in this occupation. Many job postings mention H-1B but are silent on green card sponsorship, so focusing on companies with an established PERM filing track record for IT security roles saves time and avoids late-stage surprises during the offer process.

What is the PERM process and how long does it take?

PERM, the Program Electronic Review Management system, is the DOL's labor certification process. Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination, conduct a government-defined recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, and then file the ETA Form 9089. DOL processing times vary, so check current DOL processing estimates before planning your timeline. Approval unlocks I-140 filing with USCIS.

Can I change employers during the green card process?

Yes, under certain conditions. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and the new Security Administrator role is in the same or a similar occupation, AC21 job portability lets you switch employers without restarting the process. Separately, if the original employer's I-140 was already approved, your priority date may be carried over when a new employer files a fresh I-140 for you.