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Cybersecurity Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through DOL, making sponsorship-ready companies identifiable before you apply.
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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing consulting and accounting firms in the country?
Would you like the ability to join a highly dynamic team focused on providing exceptional client service in the area of informational technology risk advisory?
If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant (SOC Focus)! Our Risk Advisory practice provides a full spectrum of services to help our clients assess their risks, develop strategies to compete in an ever-changing business environment, and achieve their goals and objectives. All of this is accomplished through deep industry knowledge of risk, governance, internal audit, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity best practices.
As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
You will enjoy this role if:
- You want to continue to expand your work experiences and hone your skills as an IT risk professional in the areas of compliance, cybersecurity, and internal controls
- You crave the opportunity to be part of a fast growing, entrepreneurial risk consulting practice where your hard work and creativity will be rewarded
- You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together
- You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career now, for tomorrow
What you will do:
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Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business systems to ensure technology risks are managed:
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Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
- Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes and business objectives
- Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
- Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity
- Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients
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Assist in the development of audit programs and the execution of internal audits and IT control assessments in the areas of:
- IT strategy and governance
- IT operations, business continuity and disaster recovery
- Cybersecurity
- Third party risk
- ITGC and application controls
- SOC reporting
- Regulatory and compliance requirements
- Assist in drafting comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies
- Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service
- Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences
- Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities
- Demonstrate the desire to continually grow, learn and develop skills and knowledge through external and internal education, training and cross-training opportunities to maximize personal contribution to the organizational goals and ongoing career development
- Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
- Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
- Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in management/computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program
- CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred
- 3+ year(s) experience with IT audit or cybersecurity
- Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired
- Experience with SOC engagements preferred
- Experience with Cloud audit experience and certifications preferred
- Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills
The pay rate ranges for this position is $86,700 to $131,570. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Cybersecurity Analyst
Align your credentials to SOC code 15-1212
USCIS adjudicators map Cybersecurity Analyst petitions to SOC code 15-1212. Pull the O*NET profile for that code and confirm your resume reflects its listed knowledge areas, tools, and education requirements before applying.
Filter employers by active LCA filings
Search the OFLC Wage Search for certified Labor Condition Applications under job title 'Information Security Analyst.' Employers with recent LCA certifications have already navigated the prevailing-wage process and are structurally ready to sponsor.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers first
STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify enrolled, and many H-1B sponsors are too. Prioritizing E-Verify companies narrows your list to employers already integrated with federal work-authorization systems, which reduces friction in the hiring and filing process.
Use Migrate Mate to surface sponsorship history
Pull up Cybersecurity Analyst listings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed H-1B petitions for this role. That DOL filing history filters out companies that advertise openness to sponsorship but have no documented record of following through.
Negotiate offer timing around H-1B cap deadlines
H-1B cap registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer in April through September, ask whether the employer will file for the next fiscal year cycle or support a cap-exempt pathway if they qualify.
Request premium processing in your offer negotiation
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. USCIS offers premium processing that guarantees a decision within 15 business days. Confirm before signing whether your employer covers this fee or expects you to absorb it.
H-1B Visa Cybersecurity Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cybersecurity Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Cybersecurity Analyst positions under SOC code 15-1212, which requires at least a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or a closely related field. Your degree field must align with the specific duties in your offer letter. If your degree is in a tangentially related field, your employer may need to document the connection in the H-1B petition.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for Cybersecurity Analyst positions?
Migrate Mate lists Cybersecurity Analyst roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history. This means you're seeing companies that have already completed DOL prevailing-wage certification for this job title, not just employers who say they're open to sponsorship. That distinction matters because LCA filing is a concrete step in the sponsorship process, not a stated intention.
What security clearance considerations affect H-1B sponsorship for cybersecurity roles?
Many federal contractor cybersecurity positions require a U.S. security clearance, which H-1B holders are generally ineligible to obtain. This limits sponsorship opportunities at defense contractors and government agencies. Focus your search on commercial sector employers in finance, healthcare, cloud infrastructure, and technology, where clearance requirements are rare and H-1B sponsorship is more straightforward.
Can I use OPT STEM extension experience to strengthen my H-1B petition for a cybersecurity role?
Yes. If your STEM OPT employer is E-Verify enrolled and your role maps to the 15-1212 SOC code, that work history directly supports the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition. Document your job duties in detail during OPT so your employer can use that record when drafting the support letter. Continuity with the same employer also simplifies the filing.
What happens to my H-1B status if my cybersecurity employer is acquired or undergoes a layoff?
An acquisition that constitutes a successor-in-interest may allow your H-1B to transfer without a new petition, but your immigration counsel needs to confirm the legal structure of the transaction. In a layoff, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, file a change of status, or depart the country. Filing a transfer petition with a new employer within that window maintains your work authorization during adjudication.