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Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$106,000.00 - $146,000.00
Location:
Santa Clara, CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality.
The technologies we create are the foundational building blocks of the future. Our systems make semiconductor devices, called chips—"the brains" of the electronics used in almost every aspect of our lives. The promise of new and exciting applications, transforming industries such as consumer electronics, transportation, communications and healthcare, are enabled by advances in semiconductor and display technology.
We Deliver Material Innovation that Changes the World ®. If you’re looking for the next step in your future, consider Applied Materials. With the data explosion and new investment in semiconductors, it’s an exciting place to be.
Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and well-rounded Security Specialist to support our headquarters location in Santa Clara, California.
Applied Materials is growing at a pace that is driving significant increases in headcount and critical facilities. As a result, we expect over the next five years to have the most exciting and active R&D and manufacturing infrastructure pipeline in our history. The Global Security Operations (GSO) team is responsible for the strategic development, risk oversight, and execution of security operations across all company locations. As a member of the Headquarters Campus team, you will play an exciting and important role in our success.
The Security Specialist role blends deep physical security and asset protection expertise with strong program management, investigative knowledge, workplace threat assessment and crisis response capabilities to ensure the protection of personnel, intellectual property and physical assets. The ideal candidate will be a successful security practitioner with proven corporate experience and the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions and external response agencies.
This is a new position based in the greater Sunnyvale/Santa Clara area and will be responsible for supporting the greater North America security team as well as the local headquarters location. You will be responsible to partner with external public agencies, local business unit leaders, functional subject-matter-experts (Real Estate, EHS, BCP, IT), Finance, Legal, Employee Relations, Procurement and other stakeholders to align on business requirements and common goals. This role will provide investigative capabilities, audit support, and workplace violence threat assessment, along with a wide variety of analytical and project based deliverables to help deliver operational security plans and objectives.
This position reports to the Sr. Security Manager of California for Global Security Operations and is based in Santa Clara, CA. The role requires travel up to 20%.
Program Components Include
- Physical Security
- Investigations
- Workplace Violence Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management (BTAM)
- Lab/Intellectual Property
- Security Supply Chain Security
- Business Continuity Planning
- Incident Command/Crisis Response
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Global Security Operations team in North America, particularly in Santa Clara to build strong working relationships with senior level stakeholders and key business partners.
- Design and implement security awareness and training programs in partnership with internal stakeholders.
- Partner with peer groups in Compliance, Legal and Employee Relations to effectively manage workplace threats and security investigations.
- Build relationships with business unit partners and technical security project management teams to scope security requirements based on established principles and guidelines.
- Conduct audits and reviews of supply chain processes, manufacturing facilities, labs and warehouses to ensure proper handling of critical intellectual property and security risks.
- Create security marketing, training, awareness and branding for Global Security initiatives.
- Establish policy and procedures.
Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Education
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- 5+ years of experience in a corporate security related field.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field required.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and conducting investigations.
- Workplace violence and Behavioral Threat Analysis & Management (BTAM) experience.
- Demonstrated collaboration skills across own organization and partner organizations (IT, Legal, Employee Relations, Facilities, Finance, etc.) to drive and deliver exceptional service.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Deep knowledge of industry best practices and performance metrics.
- Experience in safety, business continuity, state-of-the-art asset protection systems and emergency management.
- Skilled in strategic planning and global security program management.
- Customer-focused and service-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Excellent presentation and communication abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AI tools and common security applications.
- Capable of influencing leadership and working in a matrixed environment.
Other Suitability Factors
To succeed in this role requires a capacity for complexity and temperament that includes:
- A very mature individual with the right balance of confidence and humility.
- Process oriented while also strongly developing and relying on interpersonal relationships across the company.
- Ability to connect equally well upwards, downwards and sideways in the organization.
- Self-motivated and driven towards excellence.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$106,000.00 - $146,000.00
Location:
Santa Clara, CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality.
The technologies we create are the foundational building blocks of the future. Our systems make semiconductor devices, called chips—"the brains" of the electronics used in almost every aspect of our lives. The promise of new and exciting applications, transforming industries such as consumer electronics, transportation, communications and healthcare, are enabled by advances in semiconductor and display technology.
We Deliver Material Innovation that Changes the World ®. If you’re looking for the next step in your future, consider Applied Materials. With the data explosion and new investment in semiconductors, it’s an exciting place to be.
Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and well-rounded Security Specialist to support our headquarters location in Santa Clara, California.
Applied Materials is growing at a pace that is driving significant increases in headcount and critical facilities. As a result, we expect over the next five years to have the most exciting and active R&D and manufacturing infrastructure pipeline in our history. The Global Security Operations (GSO) team is responsible for the strategic development, risk oversight, and execution of security operations across all company locations. As a member of the Headquarters Campus team, you will play an exciting and important role in our success.
The Security Specialist role blends deep physical security and asset protection expertise with strong program management, investigative knowledge, workplace threat assessment and crisis response capabilities to ensure the protection of personnel, intellectual property and physical assets. The ideal candidate will be a successful security practitioner with proven corporate experience and the ability to collaborate across multiple business functions and external response agencies.
This is a new position based in the greater Sunnyvale/Santa Clara area and will be responsible for supporting the greater North America security team as well as the local headquarters location. You will be responsible to partner with external public agencies, local business unit leaders, functional subject-matter-experts (Real Estate, EHS, BCP, IT), Finance, Legal, Employee Relations, Procurement and other stakeholders to align on business requirements and common goals. This role will provide investigative capabilities, audit support, and workplace violence threat assessment, along with a wide variety of analytical and project based deliverables to help deliver operational security plans and objectives.
This position reports to the Sr. Security Manager of California for Global Security Operations and is based in Santa Clara, CA. The role requires travel up to 20%.
Program Components Include
- Physical Security
- Investigations
- Workplace Violence Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management (BTAM)
- Lab/Intellectual Property
- Security Supply Chain Security
- Business Continuity Planning
- Incident Command/Crisis Response
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Global Security Operations team in North America, particularly in Santa Clara to build strong working relationships with senior level stakeholders and key business partners.
- Design and implement security awareness and training programs in partnership with internal stakeholders.
- Partner with peer groups in Compliance, Legal and Employee Relations to effectively manage workplace threats and security investigations.
- Build relationships with business unit partners and technical security project management teams to scope security requirements based on established principles and guidelines.
- Conduct audits and reviews of supply chain processes, manufacturing facilities, labs and warehouses to ensure proper handling of critical intellectual property and security risks.
- Create security marketing, training, awareness and branding for Global Security initiatives.
- Establish policy and procedures.
Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Education
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- 5+ years of experience in a corporate security related field.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field required.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and conducting investigations.
- Workplace violence and Behavioral Threat Analysis & Management (BTAM) experience.
- Demonstrated collaboration skills across own organization and partner organizations (IT, Legal, Employee Relations, Facilities, Finance, etc.) to drive and deliver exceptional service.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Deep knowledge of industry best practices and performance metrics.
- Experience in safety, business continuity, state-of-the-art asset protection systems and emergency management.
- Skilled in strategic planning and global security program management.
- Customer-focused and service-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Excellent presentation and communication abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AI tools and common security applications.
- Capable of influencing leadership and working in a matrixed environment.
Other Suitability Factors
To succeed in this role requires a capacity for complexity and temperament that includes:
- A very mature individual with the right balance of confidence and humility.
- Process oriented while also strongly developing and relying on interpersonal relationships across the company.
- Ability to connect equally well upwards, downwards and sideways in the organization.
- Self-motivated and driven towards excellence.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Security Specialist
Document your specialized security credentials early
Compile certifications like CISSP, CPP, or Security+ alongside your degree transcripts before applying. PERM requires your employer to verify you meet the minimum job requirements, so organized credential documentation speeds up the labor certification filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications under security-related SOC codes. Employers who have completed the process before are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship midway when unexpected DOL audit requests arrive.
Find green-card-sponsoring roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Security Specialist jobs by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Searching by role and sponsorship intent cuts the time spent on employers unlikely to navigate the PERM process for a security hire.
Clarify whether the role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires the position to genuinely demand an advanced degree or its equivalent. Many Security Specialist postings list a bachelor's as sufficient, placing them under EB-3. Confirming this with your prospective employer before the offer stage prevents category mismatches at the I-140 filing step.
Negotiate PERM sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Ask explicitly whether the employer will cover PERM labor certification and I-140 filing costs and who pays if you leave within two years. USCIS permits employers to seek repayment of some costs, so getting written clarity protects you before the process begins.
Understand how background investigation clearances affect your PERM timeline
Security Specialist roles in federal contracting or critical infrastructure often require clearance adjudications that run parallel to PERM. DOL's recruitment audit window and clearance timelines can overlap, so align both tracks with your employer's HR team to avoid delays at the labor certification stage.
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Find Security Specialist JobsSecurity Specialist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Security Specialist roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Security Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 because the role commonly requires a bachelor's degree rather than an advanced degree. However, if the position genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent in cybersecurity, information assurance, or a related field, your employer can pursue EB-2 instead. The actual job duties and minimum requirements stated in the PERM application determine the category, not the job title alone.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Security Specialist?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is permanent and not subject to the H-1B annual lottery. The PERM labor certification process takes longer upfront, often 12 to 24 months before USCIS even adjudicates the I-140, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary status requiring renewal. There's no cap on EB-3 petition filings, which removes the lottery uncertainty that makes H-1B sponsorship unpredictable for many foreign professionals.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Security Specialist role?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after completing a regulated recruitment campaign to confirm no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. DOL reviews the application, which can take six months or longer if selected for an audit. Once certified, your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can only begin adjustment of status or consular processing after your priority date becomes current on the Visa Bulletin.
How can I find Security Specialist jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Security Specialist roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Many employers are open to green card sponsorship but don't advertise it explicitly in job postings, so filtering by verified sponsorship activity gives you a far more targeted list than generic job searches.
Can a security clearance requirement complicate my green card sponsorship as a foreign national?
Yes, roles requiring a U.S. government security clearance can create a significant conflict for foreign nationals because clearance adjudication typically requires U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency. If the position requires a clearance before you hold a green card, the employer may need to sponsor you into a non-clearance-required role first, then transition you after you receive permanent residency. Confirm the clearance requirements with your employer before the PERM process begins.
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