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Security Architect roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document U.S. recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Strong demand for architecture-level security expertise means sponsoring employers are active across enterprise tech, finance, and defense contracting.
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We are currently seeking a Senior Security Research Architect.
NVIDIA is seeking a technical leader interesting in a chance to define, craft, implement, and guide implementation of Trusted Execution Environment architecture, implementation and design for NIC and DPUs. You'll be expected to take on a strong hands-on role, working with diverse teams across NVIDIA and with external partners to meet security requirements for our state of the art Confidential Computing in various products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll be doing:
- Research, design, develop and implement architecture solutions meeting internal and external security requirements and standards
- Apply innovative security primitives to enable next generation secure platforms
- Collaborate across the company to guide the direction of designing Confidential Computing within DPU and NIC products, working with hardware, software, research and product teams
- Architectural modeling, validation, microarchitectural definition, following standards bodies, and developing infrastructure enabling trusted platforms using hardware security methods
- Work with customers, partners to identify and address security issues and threats
- Extending Networking protocol CJDNS and binding it with fully distributed key management
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience with 12+ years of relevant experience
- First hand work experience with Trusted Execution Technologies (e.g. AMD SEV, Intel TDX, Intel SGX) on the hardware and software level
- You have directly worked directly on:
- Computing platform security, threat models and mitigation techniques and/or Trusted Execution Environment and isolation technique to provide trust
- Profiling and modelling isolation architectures and Performance evaluation of secure systems
- Familiarity with Trusted Computing attestation methods and its application in overlay mesh network
- Programming and debugging fundamentals across languages such as: Verilog, Python/Perl scripting, ARM assembly and C/C++
- The ability to work in a dynamic collaboration oriented team is required and strong communication skills and a real passion for working as a team are essential as well as understanding the fundamentals of devices secure management over MCTP and programming interfaces
COMPENSATION
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5, and 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD for Level 6. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 2, 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.
INTRODUCTION
We are currently seeking a Senior Security Research Architect.
NVIDIA is seeking a technical leader interesting in a chance to define, craft, implement, and guide implementation of Trusted Execution Environment architecture, implementation and design for NIC and DPUs. You'll be expected to take on a strong hands-on role, working with diverse teams across NVIDIA and with external partners to meet security requirements for our state of the art Confidential Computing in various products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll be doing:
- Research, design, develop and implement architecture solutions meeting internal and external security requirements and standards
- Apply innovative security primitives to enable next generation secure platforms
- Collaborate across the company to guide the direction of designing Confidential Computing within DPU and NIC products, working with hardware, software, research and product teams
- Architectural modeling, validation, microarchitectural definition, following standards bodies, and developing infrastructure enabling trusted platforms using hardware security methods
- Work with customers, partners to identify and address security issues and threats
- Extending Networking protocol CJDNS and binding it with fully distributed key management
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience with 12+ years of relevant experience
- First hand work experience with Trusted Execution Technologies (e.g. AMD SEV, Intel TDX, Intel SGX) on the hardware and software level
- You have directly worked directly on:
- Computing platform security, threat models and mitigation techniques and/or Trusted Execution Environment and isolation technique to provide trust
- Profiling and modelling isolation architectures and Performance evaluation of secure systems
- Familiarity with Trusted Computing attestation methods and its application in overlay mesh network
- Programming and debugging fundamentals across languages such as: Verilog, Python/Perl scripting, ARM assembly and C/C++
- The ability to work in a dynamic collaboration oriented team is required and strong communication skills and a real passion for working as a team are essential as well as understanding the fundamentals of devices secure management over MCTP and programming interfaces
COMPENSATION
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5, and 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD for Level 6. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 2, 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 Security Architect
Document your security certifications strategically
CISSP, CISM, and SABSA credentials directly support the specialty occupation requirement in PERM filings. Compile certificates, continuing education records, and employer letters tying each credential to architecture-level responsibilities before starting your job search.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Companies in financial services, cloud infrastructure, and defense contracting file PERM applications for Security Architects regularly. Search OFLC disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored this specific job title, not just adjacent security roles.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Search for Security Architect roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed employment-based green card petitions. This saves time by surfacing companies with documented PERM history before you apply.
Clarify your EB tier before salary negotiations
EB-2 requires a master's degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree. Knowing which tier your credentials support lets you verify the employer is filing at the correct level and that the offered role matches the prevailing wage for that classification.
Request a PERM timeline commitment at the offer stage
PERM recruitment and filing can take 12 to 18 months before USCIS even receives the I-140. Ask the employer during offer negotiations whether they have in-house immigration counsel and whether PERM initiation is tied to a start date or probationary period.
Verify the prevailing wage before the employer files the LCA
The DOL OFLC Wage Search lets you check the prevailing wage for Security Architect positions by location and experience level. If the employer's offered salary falls below that threshold, the LCA will be denied and the PERM process cannot begin.
Green Card Security Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Architect role qualify for EB-2 green card sponsorship?
Yes, Security Architect positions typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus significant progressive experience in information security. USCIS evaluates whether the position itself demands an advanced degree, not just whether you hold one, so the job description must reflect architecture-level responsibilities and specialized technical requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Security Architects?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification alone takes 8 to 18 months before the I-140 is filed. For most countries outside China and India, the overall wait is manageable and results in a green card rather than a nonimmigrant status that must be renewed.
Which industries sponsor Security Architects for green cards most frequently?
Financial services firms, cloud technology companies, federal contractors, and healthcare networks file PERM applications for Security Architects at a higher rate than most industries because architecture-level security expertise is difficult to source domestically. DOL OFLC disclosure data shows recurring filings under titles like Security Architect, Enterprise Security Architect, and Cloud Security Architect across these sectors.
How can I find Security Architect jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Security Architect roles where the employer has filed employment-based green card petitions. Rather than guessing from job postings that vaguely mention visa sponsorship, you can filter by employers with documented PERM filing history and focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring foreign professionals at this level.
Can my employer begin the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes, and starting early is common for Security Architects who want long-term U.S. residency. An employer can file a PERM application while you're working on H-1B status, and the two processes run in parallel. Once the I-140 is approved, you can use that approval date to extend your H-1B beyond the six-year cap under AC21 portability rules while your adjustment of status application is pending.