Green Card Systems Security Engineer Jobs
Systems Security Engineer roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled candidates with a bachelor's degree. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring you permanently, and cybersecurity demand means many large tech, defense, and financial firms run active PERM pipelines for this specialty.
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Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a critical part of the team, the Commercial Installer works onsite with our commercial customers to set up and program their Integrated Security fire and security systems. The Commercial Installer also dismantles and reconstructs equipment when necessary.
- Installs appropriate devices; dismantles and reconstructs equipment as required by customer or Tyco Integrated Security.
- Works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and cleans up installation debris.
- Contacts customers prior to the date of scheduled installation to verify schedule.
- Prepares estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions of supervisor.
- Follow proper schematic wiring diagrams and hook-up procedures.
- Tests operation of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service.
- Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as required.
- Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
- May manage installation teams on larger projects.
- Coach and mentor less experienced installers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- A high school diploma or GED
- Some technical school training is a plus.
- 6+ years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Ability to operate hand and power tools.
- Ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
- Ability to communicate and provide excellent customer service.
COMPENSATION
- HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $26-$34 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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INTRODUCTION
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a critical part of the team, the Commercial Installer works onsite with our commercial customers to set up and program their Integrated Security fire and security systems. The Commercial Installer also dismantles and reconstructs equipment when necessary.
- Installs appropriate devices; dismantles and reconstructs equipment as required by customer or Tyco Integrated Security.
- Works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and cleans up installation debris.
- Contacts customers prior to the date of scheduled installation to verify schedule.
- Prepares estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions of supervisor.
- Follow proper schematic wiring diagrams and hook-up procedures.
- Tests operation of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service.
- Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as required.
- Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
- May manage installation teams on larger projects.
- Coach and mentor less experienced installers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- A high school diploma or GED
- Some technical school training is a plus.
- 6+ years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Ability to operate hand and power tools.
- Ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
- Ability to communicate and provide excellent customer service.
COMPENSATION
- HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $26-$34 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Systems Security Engineer
Document your security clearance credentials early
If you hold an active U.S. security clearance, get written documentation of its level and scope before applying. Clearance-eligible candidates move faster through PERM-sponsoring roles in defense contracting and federal agencies, where employers face stricter labor market tests.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Search the DOL's OFLC Wage Search database to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for Systems Security Engineer positions. Defense contractors, financial institutions, and cloud infrastructure firms file repeatedly, signaling an established sponsorship process rather than a one-off hire.
Align your job description to DOL wage categories
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your level. Review the O*NET occupation profile for Systems Security Engineer and confirm which Level I through IV wage tier your experience matches before negotiating your offer with the sponsoring employer.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer
If your role requires a master's degree or you have a strong specialized credential, push your employer to file under EB-2, which avoids the longer PERM labor test for professional roles. EB-3 works for bachelor's-level hires but adds a separate priority date queue.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Run a targeted search on Migrate Mate to surface Systems Security Engineer roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This cuts research time and surfaces PERM-active companies in cybersecurity, cloud, and government contracting sectors.
Negotiate filing timeline before accepting your offer
Ask your prospective employer when they plan to start the PERM process after your start date. Many employers wait six to twelve months before filing. Confirming the timeline upfront protects you from indefinite delays after you've already changed status or relocated.
Green Card Systems Security Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Security Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the role requirements. EB-2 covers positions that require a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in information security. EB-3 covers roles filled by candidates with a four-year degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Your employer decides which category to file under based on the actual job requirements, not just your personal credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial term and an annual lottery cap. PERM is the first stage of permanent residency, with no annual cap at the employer-petition level. The PERM process requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available before your employer can file an I-140 immigrant petition. Total timelines run two to four years depending on your country of birth and priority date backlog, but the outcome is a green card rather than a temporary status.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor green cards for Systems Security Engineers?
Defense contractors, federal consulting firms, cloud platform providers, and large financial institutions file PERM applications for this role category most consistently. These employers have in-house immigration counsel and repeat PERM pipelines. You can verify employer filing history using the DOL's OFLC Wage Search database, which shows certified PERM applications by employer name and job title. Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Systems Security Engineer roles at employers with active green card sponsorship records.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, the PERM labor certification is tied to the original employer and cannot transfer. After your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, federal portability rules allow you to transfer the case to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification. Systems Security Engineer roles often qualify under this rule given their consistent SOC code alignment across defense, finance, and technology employers.
How long does the PERM process typically take for a Systems Security Engineer?
DOL analyst review for PERM applications currently averages several months to over a year depending on whether your case is selected for audit. After certification, your employer files an I-140 with USCIS, which takes several additional months under standard processing. If your country of birth is subject to a priority date backlog, the adjustment of status stage can extend the total timeline significantly. Check the USCIS visa bulletin monthly to track your priority date movement.