H-1B Visa Application Security Engineer Jobs

Application Security Engineer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through a DOL Labor Condition Application before your petition can be approved.

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Overview

Open Jobs160+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type65% On-site
Median Salary$159K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsRyder System

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Heartflow
Application Security Engineer
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Heartflow
New 16h ago
Application Security Engineer
Heartflow
San Francisco, California
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Security Engineering
$145,000/yr - $180,000/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Guidepoint Security, LLC
Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC)
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Guidepoint Security, LLC
New 21h ago
Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC)
Guidepoint Security, LLC
Reston, Virginia
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Security Engineering
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Remote (US)
Associate's

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Ryder System
Application Security Engineer
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Ryder System
Added 2d ago
Application Security Engineer
Ryder System
Salem, Oregon
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$110,000/yr - $130,000/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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EnerSys
Application Security Engineer
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Added 3d ago
Application Security Engineer
EnerSys
Reading, Pennsylvania
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$117,200/yr - $146,600/yr
Remote (US)
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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ServiceTitan
Staff Application Security Engineer
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Added 4d ago
Staff Application Security Engineer
ServiceTitan
California
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Technical Program Management
$152,600/yr - $204,200/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
None
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Application Security Engineer

Map your degree to the SOC code

USCIS evaluates specialty occupation eligibility by matching your degree field to the job's SOC code. For Application Security Engineer roles, the relevant O*NET profile lists computer science, information security, and software engineering as qualifying degree fields.

Verify the prevailing wage before accepting

Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Application Security Engineer SOC code and the employer's worksite zip code. If the offered salary falls below the Level I or Level II wage, the DOL will reject the LCA and block your H-1B filing.

Target E-Verify enrolled employers early

STEM-adjacent roles like Application Security Engineer attract employers already enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for any sponsor filing cap-subject H-1B petitions. Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active H-1B LCA filing history in security roles.

Document hands-on security certifications strategically

USCIS RFEs for security engineer roles often challenge whether the position truly requires a specific degree rather than broad IT experience. Certifications like OSCP, CEH, or CISSP strengthen the specialty occupation argument when your job duties include penetration testing or secure architecture design.

Confirm the employer files cap-subject or cap-exempt petitions

Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities can file cap-exempt H-1B petitions year-round with no lottery. If you're already on OPT, a cap-exempt employer in application security gives you an H-1B path outside the annual registration window.

Negotiate premium processing into your offer timeline

Application Security Engineer roles often involve security clearance timelines or project start dates that can't wait five to seven months for standard USCIS adjudication. Ask the employer to include premium processing in the offer letter before you sign, not after.

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Application Security Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Application Security Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes. USCIS classifies Application Security Engineer positions as specialty occupations because the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, cybersecurity, software engineering, or a closely related field. Employers strengthen the petition by documenting that the specific duties, including threat modeling, code review, or penetration testing, require that theoretical and practical expertise.

Which employers actively sponsor H-1B visas for Application Security Engineer roles?

Technology companies, financial institutions, cloud infrastructure providers, and defense contractors are the most active H-1B sponsors for Application Security Engineer positions, based on DOL LCA disclosure data. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B filing history in security engineering roles, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations that have already navigated the sponsorship process.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer for an Application Security Engineer position?

Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a fresh LCA certified to the Application Security Engineer wage level at the new worksite location.

How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Application Security Engineer H-1B filings?

Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must submit an LCA to the DOL certifying they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for Application Security Engineer roles in the worksite's metropolitan area. Wages are set at four levels based on experience and complexity. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.

What documentation should I prepare if USCIS issues an RFE for my Application Security Engineer H-1B?

RFEs for security engineer roles typically challenge either specialty occupation status or the degree-to-job-duty match. Prepare a detailed job duty breakdown showing that the role requires security-specific theoretical knowledge, not just general IT skills. Supporting evidence includes org charts showing the role alongside other degreed engineers, job postings for similar roles, and industry standards from professional bodies like NIST or ISC2.

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