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Network Security Specialist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Senior Network Security Engineer- Local Candidates to VA Only
Location: Hybrid(Richmond, VA)
Interview Mode: In-Person only
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Sr NSE performs day-to-day activities related to securing, documenting, performing research, analysis, design, and implementation of VDOT’s network and computing related infrastructure.
The Sr NSE will support a hybrid enterprise environment consisting of approximately 300 statewide locations, Palo Alto firewalls, Azure networking, ExpressRoute connectivity, WAF technologies, Splunk SIEM, SD-WAN, and mission-critical public-facing applications. The role partners closely with Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, and the Information Security Office to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of VDOT’s network infrastructure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Network engineering: 10 years (Required)
COMPENSATION:
- Pay: $60.21 - $80.73 per hour
LOCATION:
- Richmond, VA 23230 (Required)
WORK LOCATION:
- In person
Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer- Local Candidates to VA Only
Location: Hybrid(Richmond, VA)
Interview Mode: In-Person only
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Sr NSE performs day-to-day activities related to securing, documenting, performing research, analysis, design, and implementation of VDOT’s network and computing related infrastructure.
The Sr NSE will support a hybrid enterprise environment consisting of approximately 300 statewide locations, Palo Alto firewalls, Azure networking, ExpressRoute connectivity, WAF technologies, Splunk SIEM, SD-WAN, and mission-critical public-facing applications. The role partners closely with Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, and the Information Security Office to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of VDOT’s network infrastructure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Network engineering: 10 years (Required)
COMPENSATION:
- Pay: $60.21 - $80.73 per hour
LOCATION:
- Richmond, VA 23230 (Required)
WORK LOCATION:
- In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Network Security Specialist
Map your credentials to SOC codes
Network Security Specialists typically fall under SOC 15-1212. Confirm your degree and experience align with that classification before applying, because mismatches between your credentials and the employer's LCA job description are a common source of RFEs.
Check employer LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Network Security Specialist roles by verified LCA filing history. Employers with active DOL certifications for this title have already cleared the prevailing wage step, which shortens your path to an approved petition.
Verify prevailing wage levels using OFLC Wage Search
Before negotiating an offer, look up the Level I through Level IV wage bands for your metro area using OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage on the LCA, and a shortfall can invalidate the petition.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
STEM-adjacent roles in defense contracting, cloud infrastructure, and financial services often require E-Verify enrollment by federal contract rules. These employers run structured HR processes and are generally more experienced with H-1B filings than smaller firms.
Request premium processing before cap-gap expires
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT and your EAD expires before October 1, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing. USCIS targets a 15-business-day adjudication, which reduces the gap between OPT expiry and H-1B activation.
Document security clearance eligibility separately from visa status
Some Network Security Specialist roles require a clearance, which is granted by a federal agency, not USCIS. Clarify clearance eligibility with your prospective employer before the offer stage, because a visa-dependent candidate's clearance timeline differs from a U.S. citizen's.
H-1B Visa Network Security Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Security Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS considers Network Security Specialist positions specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field. Roles centered on threat analysis, vulnerability management, or security architecture consistently meet that threshold. Employers document the degree requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition to support the specialty occupation classification.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Network Security Specialist positions?
Federal contractors, large financial institutions, cloud providers, and managed security service providers are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. You can browse verified employers with LCA filing history for Network Security Specialist positions on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by DOL Labor Condition Application data so you're only seeing companies that have actively sponsored this job title.
Does a security clearance affect my H-1B sponsorship eligibility?
H-1B status and security clearance eligibility are determined by separate agencies. USCIS adjudicates the visa petition independently of any clearance investigation. Many Network Security Specialist roles in government contracting require a clearance, and some positions are restricted to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Confirm the clearance requirement before accepting an offer to avoid late-stage disqualification.
Can my employer sponsor me for H-1B if I'm currently on OPT doing network security work?
Yes, and this is one of the most common paths. Your employer files the H-1B petition during the April cap registration window. If selected, your status typically transitions to H-1B on October 1. If your OPT EAD expires before then, cap-gap rules extend your authorization automatically while the petition is pending, provided you remain employed with the same sponsoring employer.
What does the DOL prevailing wage requirement mean for my Network Security Specialist offer?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer submits an LCA to DOL certifying that your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your job title and work location. The wage level, from Level I to Level IV, reflects your experience and responsibilities. If your offer falls below the certified wage, DOL can reject the LCA and block the petition entirely, so confirm the wage level matches your role before signing.