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Director of Information Security roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B visa petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL, and many large financial, healthcare, and technology firms sponsor regularly.
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Senior Information Security Engineer on our Security Operations Engineering team, you will play a critical role in designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise web application security and traffic management solutions across F5 BIG-IP and Cloudflare platforms. You will collaborate across application development, network, and cloud infrastructure teams to protect web applications against emerging cyber threats, optimize WAF and edge security controls, and streamline security operations using modern automation and enterprise-approved AI tools.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, configure, and maintain F5 BIG-IP architectures (LTM, ASM/WAF, APM, DNS/GTM) and Cloudflare edge security solutions
- Manage and optimize Web Application Firewall (WAF) policies, Cloudflare security rules, and DDoS protection mechanisms to safeguard web applications
- Monitor network traffic, investigate security incidents, and execute technical mitigation for web application threats and access issues
- Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, analyze incident data, and drive continuous operational improvement
- Evaluate emerging security trends, threats, and traffic management technologies to inform solution design and strategic technical innovation
- Collaborate with application development, network, and cloud infrastructure teams to integrate traffic management and security policies into architecture pipelines
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, operational runbooks, and disaster recovery procedures for F5 and Cloudflare deployments
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and operational mentorship to junior security engineers and cross-functional partners
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in information security engineering, network security, or application traffic management
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing, configuring, and managing F5 BIG-IP modules (e.g., LTM, ASM/WAF, APM, or DNS/GTM)
- 2+ years of experience analyzing application layer protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, SSL/TLS, DNS) and web application security vulnerabilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
- 2+ years of hands-on experience administering Cloudflare security services (e.g., WAF, DNS, DDoS protection, Rate Limiting, or Workers)
- 2+ years of experience using scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, iRules, or API integrations) for task orchestration
- F5 Certified Administrator / Technology Specialist, Cloudflare certification, or CompTIA Security+/Network+ certifications
- Experience integrating WAF policies and edge security into CI/CD deployment pipelines or infrastructure-as-code workflows
- Experience operating within healthcare or highly regulated enterprise IT environments
- All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Senior Information Security Engineer on our Security Operations Engineering team, you will play a critical role in designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise web application security and traffic management solutions across F5 BIG-IP and Cloudflare platforms. You will collaborate across application development, network, and cloud infrastructure teams to protect web applications against emerging cyber threats, optimize WAF and edge security controls, and streamline security operations using modern automation and enterprise-approved AI tools.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, configure, and maintain F5 BIG-IP architectures (LTM, ASM/WAF, APM, DNS/GTM) and Cloudflare edge security solutions
- Manage and optimize Web Application Firewall (WAF) policies, Cloudflare security rules, and DDoS protection mechanisms to safeguard web applications
- Monitor network traffic, investigate security incidents, and execute technical mitigation for web application threats and access issues
- Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, analyze incident data, and drive continuous operational improvement
- Evaluate emerging security trends, threats, and traffic management technologies to inform solution design and strategic technical innovation
- Collaborate with application development, network, and cloud infrastructure teams to integrate traffic management and security policies into architecture pipelines
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, operational runbooks, and disaster recovery procedures for F5 and Cloudflare deployments
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and operational mentorship to junior security engineers and cross-functional partners
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in information security engineering, network security, or application traffic management
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing, configuring, and managing F5 BIG-IP modules (e.g., LTM, ASM/WAF, APM, or DNS/GTM)
- 2+ years of experience analyzing application layer protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, SSL/TLS, DNS) and web application security vulnerabilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
- 2+ years of hands-on experience administering Cloudflare security services (e.g., WAF, DNS, DDoS protection, Rate Limiting, or Workers)
- 2+ years of experience using scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, iRules, or API integrations) for task orchestration
- F5 Certified Administrator / Technology Specialist, Cloudflare certification, or CompTIA Security+/Network+ certifications
- Experience integrating WAF policies and edge security into CI/CD deployment pipelines or infrastructure-as-code workflows
- Experience operating within healthcare or highly regulated enterprise IT environments
- All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director Of Information Security
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes whether Director of Information Security qualifies as a specialty occupation. Document that your role requires a directly related degree, not just broad IT experience. Certifications like CISSP or CISM strengthen the case but don't substitute for degree alignment.
Target employers with cap-exempt H-1B status
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual cap. For a senior security leadership role, these employers exist and actively hire, so don't limit your search to the private sector.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Director of Information Security openings by employers with confirmed H-1B filing history using Migrate Mate. This eliminates companies that list visa sponsorship as optional but have never filed a petition for a security leadership role.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
The DOL assigns this occupation to a wage level based on experience and supervisory scope. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level III or IV prevailing wage for your metro area before accepting an offer, since the LCA locks the employer into that rate.
Clarify the employer's timeline against the cap deadline
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're interviewing in late spring or summer, confirm whether the employer missed the current cycle and whether they'll file for the next fiscal year or a cap-exempt amendment.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation requirements
The O*NET profile for Information Security Directors lists the degree fields and knowledge domains USCIS evaluates. Your employer's attorney can cite this profile directly in the H-1B petition to substantiate why a specific degree in a related field is required, not just preferred.
H-1B Visa Director Of Information Security: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Information Security role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is genuine and specific to the role. A job description that accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field weakens the petition, so the employer's offer letter and LCA should reflect a defined degree requirement.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for information security leadership roles?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B filing history by employer and job title, so you can confirm that a company has sponsored this specific type of role before applying. Large financial institutions, healthcare systems, defense contractors, and enterprise technology firms file the most H-1B petitions for Director of Information Security positions. Checking filing history before you apply saves significant time in the process.
Can my employer file an H-1B for me if I'm already working on OPT as an information security professional?
Yes. If you're on OPT when your employer files your H-1B during the cap registration window in March, you're eligible as long as your OPT remains valid. If selected in the lottery, your H-1B becomes effective October 1. If your OPT expires before that date and you have an approved STEM OPT extension, cap-gap rules may bridge the gap and let you keep working legally.
What wage level does DOL typically assign to a Director of Information Security for LCA purposes?
The DOL typically assigns Level III or Level IV prevailing wages to director-level security roles because of the supervisory scope, strategic responsibilities, and specialized expertise involved. The exact rate depends on the Standard Occupational Classification code the employer selects and the geographic work location. You can verify the applicable wage for your area using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
Does H-1B sponsorship for a Director of Information Security require PERM labor certification?
No. The H-1B is a nonimmigrant work visa and does not require PERM labor certification. PERM applies only to certain employment-based green card categories like EB-2 and EB-3. Your employer files an LCA with DOL and a Form I-129 petition with USCIS to sponsor your H-1B. PERM becomes relevant only if the employer later pursues permanent residence sponsorship for you.