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GRC Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in information security, risk management, or a related field. Financial services, healthcare, and tech firms file LCAs with the DOL to sponsor GRC hires, making employer selection a critical first step.
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Work type: Professional
Location: Norman
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Targeted salary $70,000, depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel: Not required
For Best Consideration Date: 08/10/2026
Position Introduction:
Join OU Information Technology and be part of a team that advances the University of Oklahoma’s purpose: We Change Lives. Our work supports student success, research innovation, operational excellence, and meaningful service to our university community. If you are driven to solve complex problems, strengthen critical systems, and use technology to create lasting impact across One OU, we invite you to bring your talent, curiosity, and commitment to a team where your work matters.
The GRC Security Analyst is responsible for ensuring the organization's information systems and processes align with established cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory standards. This role conducts in-depth security consultations and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
- 3 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cybersecurity, information assurance or related field
Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
None
Department Preferences:
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Understanding of network and system architecture, including common security configurations and vulnerabilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying security risks and evaluating mitigation strategies.
- Skilled in using risk assessment and compliance tools, vulnerability scanners, and GRC platforms.
- Ability to effectively interpret and apply security policies, procedures, and technical standards.
- Ability to assess technical environments for compliance with security and privacy requirements.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to adapt to changing technologies, threats, and regulatory landscapes.
- Extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone.
- Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
- Occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 17 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Job no: 493218
Work type: Professional
Location: Norman
Categories: Technology/Research
Pay Range: Targeted salary $70,000, depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel: Not required
For Best Consideration Date: 08/10/2026
Position Introduction:
Join OU Information Technology and be part of a team that advances the University of Oklahoma’s purpose: We Change Lives. Our work supports student success, research innovation, operational excellence, and meaningful service to our university community. If you are driven to solve complex problems, strengthen critical systems, and use technology to create lasting impact across One OU, we invite you to bring your talent, curiosity, and commitment to a team where your work matters.
The GRC Security Analyst is responsible for ensuring the organization's information systems and processes align with established cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory standards. This role conducts in-depth security consultations and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline
- 3 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), cybersecurity, information assurance or related field
Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
None
Department Preferences:
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Understanding of network and system architecture, including common security configurations and vulnerabilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying security risks and evaluating mitigation strategies.
- Skilled in using risk assessment and compliance tools, vulnerability scanners, and GRC platforms.
- Ability to effectively interpret and apply security policies, procedures, and technical standards.
- Ability to assess technical environments for compliance with security and privacy requirements.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to adapt to changing technologies, threats, and regulatory landscapes.
- Extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone.
- Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
- Occasional evening, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 17 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Grc Analyst
Map your degree to GRC frameworks
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to GRC work. Degrees in cybersecurity, information systems, or accounting satisfy the specialty occupation standard more cleanly than general business degrees, which can trigger an RFE.
Search LCA filings for active GRC sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 15-1299 or 13-1199. Companies with recent, approved GRC-related LCAs are already familiar with the filing process and actively hiring sponsored roles.
Target regulated industries with compliance mandates
Banks, insurers, and healthcare systems face HIPAA, SOX, and PCI-DSS requirements that make GRC Analysts operationally essential. These employers sponsor H-1B visas more consistently than companies where GRC is an optional function.
Find verified H-1B GRC employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by GRC Analyst roles with confirmed H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have cleared the LCA process before, cutting out companies that decline to sponsor after interviews.
Confirm wage level before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at Level I through Level IV under DOL's prevailing wage rules. GRC Analysts with risk or audit specializations often qualify at Level II or III, so verify the offered wage matches or exceeds the certified level before signing.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer
USCIS premium processing upgrades I-129 adjudication to 15 business days. For GRC roles tied to audit cycles or compliance deadlines, getting this added to your offer letter ensures your start date doesn't slip due to standard processing backlogs.
H-1B Visa Grc Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a GRC Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats GRC Analyst positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as information security, risk management, computer science, or accounting. Roles tied to specific frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST, or SOX compliance support this classification because the technical and regulatory depth involved requires specialized academic training.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for GRC Analyst positions?
Financial institutions, health systems, defense contractors, and large technology companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for GRC roles, because they operate under regulatory regimes that require ongoing compliance staffing. Consulting firms with dedicated risk and compliance practices also sponsor frequently. You can filter for employers with confirmed H-1B GRC filing history on Migrate Mate rather than applying broadly.
What SOC code applies to GRC Analyst roles for the H-1B LCA?
GRC Analyst positions are most commonly filed under SOC code 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other) for technology-focused GRC work, or 13-1199 (Business Operations Specialists, All Other) for risk and compliance-heavy roles. The SOC code your employer selects determines the prevailing wage level USCIS and DOL will reference, so confirm which code the LCA uses before your petition is filed.
Can I change GRC Analyst employers after my H-1B is approved?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can transfer to a new employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days or longer, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a new I-129 before your current status expires. GRC roles with similar compliance or risk functions generally satisfy the same-or-similar standard.
How does the H-1B lottery affect GRC Analyst job seekers?
GRC Analysts subject to the annual cap must be selected in the USCIS lottery before an employer can file a full petition. The lottery runs each spring for October 1 start dates, and selection is random. Cap-exempt employers, including universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government contractors, can file year-round without waiting for lottery results, which makes them worth targeting if you need faster authorization.