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Security Engineer roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled workers with a bachelor's degree. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role.
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Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Sr Security Engineer, Automation to join our Cyber Operations Team in Newport Beach, CA. This role is on-site.
As Sr Security Engineer, Automation, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by contributing to our Security Monitoring service by assisting with automation playbook development, SOAR administration and cybersecurity alert investigation analysis. You will fill an existing role that sits on a team of eleven people in the Enterprise Functions division. Your colleagues will include analysts, engineers, and fellow cybersecurity professionals.
How you’ll help move us forward:
- Perform SOAR playbook content development, technology integrations and overall tool health and maintenance.
- Conduct investigation of security alerts following established playbooks and escalate events of interest to senior team members.
- Implement processes and procedures to support and mature the Security Monitoring service.
- Establish trust and business relationships with internal customers and other relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
The experience you bring:
- 5+ years of experience within information security that includes experience within a Security Operations Center (SOC).
- 2+ years of experience with Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR) technologies.
- Strong understanding of cyber-attacks, ability to assess risk and coordinate effective response.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
What makes you stand out:
- Relevant certifications such as XSOAR Engineer, GSEC, GCIH, GPYC or equivalent experience and skills.
- Deep understanding of SOAR platforms and SOC automation.
- Experience with using AI technology to enhance automation and process efficiencies.
- Strong understanding of several technologies including SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other alerting sources.
Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$113,490.00 - $138,710.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
- Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
- Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
- Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
Job Description:
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Sr Security Engineer, Automation to join our Cyber Operations Team in Newport Beach, CA. This role is on-site.
As Sr Security Engineer, Automation, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by contributing to our Security Monitoring service by assisting with automation playbook development, SOAR administration and cybersecurity alert investigation analysis. You will fill an existing role that sits on a team of eleven people in the Enterprise Functions division. Your colleagues will include analysts, engineers, and fellow cybersecurity professionals.
How you’ll help move us forward:
- Perform SOAR playbook content development, technology integrations and overall tool health and maintenance.
- Conduct investigation of security alerts following established playbooks and escalate events of interest to senior team members.
- Implement processes and procedures to support and mature the Security Monitoring service.
- Establish trust and business relationships with internal customers and other relevant stakeholders.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
The experience you bring:
- 5+ years of experience within information security that includes experience within a Security Operations Center (SOC).
- 2+ years of experience with Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR) technologies.
- Strong understanding of cyber-attacks, ability to assess risk and coordinate effective response.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
What makes you stand out:
- Relevant certifications such as XSOAR Engineer, GSEC, GCIH, GPYC or equivalent experience and skills.
- Deep understanding of SOAR platforms and SOC automation.
- Experience with using AI technology to enhance automation and process efficiencies.
- Strong understanding of several technologies including SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other alerting sources.
Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$113,490.00 - $138,710.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
- Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
- Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
- Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Security Engineer
Frame your credentials around PERM requirements
Your resume and credential documents should reflect the minimum requirements a PERM job description will state. Misalignment between your degree field and the posted role is one of the most common reasons EB-2 cases stall at the labor certification stage.
Target employers with active EB-3 filing history
Security engineering roles routinely qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker positions. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to identify employers who have filed for this occupation before, which signals an established sponsorship workflow rather than a first-time process.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Security Engineer openings by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. Targeting employers who've already navigated PERM for similar roles means you're not educating a hiring team on the process from scratch.
Verify your role clears specialty occupation standards
Check the O*NET profile for Security Engineer to confirm the occupation is classified as requiring a bachelor's degree or higher. USCIS uses this classification when evaluating whether your role qualifies as a specialty occupation for EB-2 purposes.
Ask employers about their PERM timeline early
PERM labor certification alone takes six to eighteen months before the I-140 petition is even filed. Asking a prospective employer which law firm or vendor handles their PERM filings tells you whether they have an operational process or are starting from zero.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
DOL assigns one of four wage levels when certifying a PERM application. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Security Engineer in your work location so you can negotiate an offer that will pass DOL review without triggering a wage deficiency.
Green Card Security Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Security Engineer positions typically qualify under EB-2 when the employer requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five or more years of specialized experience. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree is the stated minimum. Your sponsoring employer defines the job requirements in the PERM application, and the category follows from those requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Security Engineer?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years with no guarantee of extension, and it's subject to an annual lottery for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The process takes longer upfront, but the outcome is permanent authorization to work and live in the United States.
How long does the green card sponsorship process take for Security Engineers?
From the start of PERM recruitment to receiving a green card, most Security Engineer candidates should plan for two to four years if born outside high-backlog countries like India or China. PERM certification takes six to eighteen months, I-140 adjudication adds several months, and adjustment of status processing adds more time on top. Priority date backlogs can extend this significantly for some nationalities.
Where can I find Security Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Security Engineer openings by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're only applying to companies that have actually filed PERM applications for similar roles. This avoids wasting time on job descriptions that mention sponsorship as a vague possibility without any track record behind it.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, and doing so is standard practice. PERM can be filed while you're working in the U.S. on H-1B. Filing early matters because your priority date is set when USCIS receives the I-140 petition, not when PERM is approved. The sooner that date is established, the sooner your place in line is locked for adjustment of status.