H-1B Visa Cybersecurity Jobs

Cybersecurity roles in threat analysis, security engineering, and incident response qualify as H-1B specialty occupations, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information security, or a related field. Employers across finance, defense contracting, healthcare, and tech regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for these positions.

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Overview

Open Jobs4,788+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type66% On-site
Median Salary$163K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsDeloitte

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General Dynamics Information Technology
Cybersecurity Analyst Associate
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General Dynamics Information Technology
New 3h ago
Cybersecurity Analyst Associate
General Dynamics Information Technology
Indiana
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
$44,625/yr - $60,375/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Capital One
Distinguished Engineer - Cybersecurity
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Capital One
New 8h ago
Distinguished Engineer - Cybersecurity
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Cybersecurity
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$269,100/yr - $307,200/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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American Express
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer II
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American Express
New 14h ago
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer II
American Express
Phoenix, Arizona
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support & Systems Administration
Data Science & Analytics
IT Support
Security Engineering
$123,000/yr - $215,250/yr
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Truist
Cybersecurity Senior Engineer
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Truist
New 18h ago
Cybersecurity Senior Engineer
Truist
Raleigh, North Carolina
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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M&T Bank
Internal Audit: IT Lead Auditor - Cybersecurity
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M&T Bank
New 19h ago
Internal Audit: IT Lead Auditor - Cybersecurity
M&T Bank
Buffalo, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Cybersecurity
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Audit
Compliance & Risk
Security Engineering
$89,600 - $149,300/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cybersecurity

Verify your SOC code before applying

Cybersecurity roles map to multiple SOC codes, and the one on your employer's LCA determines your prevailing wage tier. Cross-check your job duties against O*NET to confirm the code matches your actual responsibilities before the offer letter is drafted.

Target employers with cap-exempt affiliations

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap. Cybersecurity roles at these organizations, including research labs and federally funded centers, bypass the 85,000-slot cap entirely.

Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate

Filter by cybersecurity job titles to see which employers have active DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This surfaces companies that have already committed to sponsoring roles like yours, not just those with open listings.

Clarify clearance requirements early in conversations

Many cybersecurity roles at defense contractors require a U.S. security clearance, which H-1B holders are generally ineligible to obtain. Screen job descriptions for clearance requirements before investing time in an application and interview process.

Ask your employer to file during premium processing

USCIS adjudicates premium processing petitions within 15 business days. For cybersecurity roles with an active incident response need or a hard start date, premium processing reduces the risk of a gap between your current authorization and your H-1B start date.

Document your credentials to match the prevailing wage level

The DOL assigns wage levels 1 through 4 based on experience and supervisory responsibilities. For senior cybersecurity titles like security architect or CISO, ensure your resume and employer's LCA wage reflect a Level 3 or 4 designation to avoid an RFE.

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Cybersecurity H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Do cybersecurity roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?

Yes. Cybersecurity positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field, which satisfies the H-1B specialty occupation definition under USCIS guidelines. Roles such as security analyst, penetration tester, security engineer, and threat intelligence analyst all commonly qualify, provided the employer's job description explicitly ties the position to a specific degree requirement.

Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for cybersecurity jobs?

Financial institutions, cloud infrastructure companies, healthcare networks, federal contractors, and large technology firms are among the most active H-1B sponsors for cybersecurity talent. You can identify employers with verified filing history by browsing Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies based on their DOL Labor Condition Application data for cybersecurity-specific job titles.

Can I work in cybersecurity on H-1B if the role requires a security clearance?

H-1B visa holders are generally not eligible for U.S. government security clearances because clearance eligibility requires U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency for most classified access levels. If a cybersecurity job posting lists a clearance as required or preferred, verify whether the clearance is mandatory before applying, as ineligibility is typically a disqualifier regardless of technical qualifications.

How does the prevailing wage requirement affect cybersecurity H-1B petitions?

Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your specific cybersecurity role and work location, as determined by the DOL. The OFLC Wage Search tool lets you look up wage levels by SOC code and metro area. Underpaying relative to the prevailing wage is a common reason H-1B petitions receive Requests for Evidence, so confirming the wage level before the LCA is filed protects both you and your employer.

What happens to my H-1B status if my cybersecurity employer terminates me?

You have a 60-day grace period after losing H-1B employment to find a new sponsoring employer, file a change of status, or depart the U.S. During that window you can't work, but you can interview and negotiate offers. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends to maintain your authorized status without a gap.

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