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Occupational therapists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a master's degree in occupational therapy. Most hospital systems, rehab networks, and school districts sponsor H-1B visas for OT roles, and the 60-day grace period gives you time to line up your next position between employers.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Description: OT Security Engineer (IT & OT Vulnerability Assessment)
Location: San Diego, CA
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform onsite OT Vulnerability Assessments across industrial environments.
- Conduct vulnerability scanning and risk assessments for both OT and IT assets.
- Utilize OT security tools such as Nozomi, Claroty, Tenable.ot, Microsoft Defender for IoT, etc.
- Perform IT vulnerability assessments using Nessus Professional, Qualys, Rapid7, etc.
- Review industrial networks, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, engineering workstations, servers, and network devices.
- Prepare assessment reports, risk ratings, remediation recommendations, and executive summaries.
- Present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders and management teams.
- Coordinate with plant operations, automation, and IT teams during assessments.
Required Skills & Experience
- 8+ years of experience in OT/ICS Cybersecurity and Industrial Automation.
- Hands-on experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI Programming and Commissioning.
- Strong understanding of ICS/OT architectures, Purdue Model, IEC 62443, and NIST 800-82.
- Experience performing OT Vulnerability Assessments in manufacturing, utilities, energy, mining, or critical infrastructure environments.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Nozomi Networks
- Claroty
- Tenable.ot
- Experience conducting IT Vulnerability Assessments using:
- Nessus Professional
- Qualys
- Rapid7
- Knowledge of industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP, and Profinet.
- Strong report writing, presentation, and client-facing communication skills.
Preferred Certifications
- IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- GICSP
- CISSP
Ideal Candidate
A hands-on OT Security professional capable of independently performing IT & OT Vulnerability Assessments, conducting onsite plant assessments, preparing detailed reports, presenting findings to clients, and recommending practical remediation measures.
Job Description: OT Security Engineer (IT & OT Vulnerability Assessment)
Location: San Diego, CA
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform onsite OT Vulnerability Assessments across industrial environments.
- Conduct vulnerability scanning and risk assessments for both OT and IT assets.
- Utilize OT security tools such as Nozomi, Claroty, Tenable.ot, Microsoft Defender for IoT, etc.
- Perform IT vulnerability assessments using Nessus Professional, Qualys, Rapid7, etc.
- Review industrial networks, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, engineering workstations, servers, and network devices.
- Prepare assessment reports, risk ratings, remediation recommendations, and executive summaries.
- Present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders and management teams.
- Coordinate with plant operations, automation, and IT teams during assessments.
Required Skills & Experience
- 8+ years of experience in OT/ICS Cybersecurity and Industrial Automation.
- Hands-on experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI Programming and Commissioning.
- Strong understanding of ICS/OT architectures, Purdue Model, IEC 62443, and NIST 800-82.
- Experience performing OT Vulnerability Assessments in manufacturing, utilities, energy, mining, or critical infrastructure environments.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Nozomi Networks
- Claroty
- Tenable.ot
- Experience conducting IT Vulnerability Assessments using:
- Nessus Professional
- Qualys
- Rapid7
- Knowledge of industrial protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP, and Profinet.
- Strong report writing, presentation, and client-facing communication skills.
Preferred Certifications
- IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- GICSP
- CISSP
Ideal Candidate
A hands-on OT Security professional capable of independently performing IT & OT Vulnerability Assessments, conducting onsite plant assessments, preparing detailed reports, presenting findings to clients, and recommending practical remediation measures.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in OT
Verify your NBCOT certification supports H-1B filing
USCIS requires OT roles to meet the specialty occupation standard. Your NBCOT certification and master's degree in occupational therapy are the two documents that anchor the petition. Have both ready before approaching any employer.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter OT employers by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This confirms the employer has sponsored H-1B visas before and understands the process, not just that they're open to it.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your OT job title and practice setting in the employer's metro area. Your offer must meet or exceed that level for the LCA to be certified by DOL.
Clarify whether your role is outpatient, inpatient, or school-based
Each practice setting can affect how your employer structures the H-1B petition and LCA. School districts sometimes file under different SOC codes than hospital systems, which changes the prevailing wage tier USCIS and DOL will apply.
Ask about cap-exempt status if applying to hospitals
Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university or research institution may qualify as cap-exempt employers. If you're applying to one of these, your H-1B petition can be filed at any time without waiting for the annual lottery.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically between OT jobs
If your H-1B is tied to a specific employer and you leave or are let go, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer. Start the transfer process early so your new employer's I-129 petition is filed before the window closes.
H-1B Visa OT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an OT role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Occupational therapy requires a master's degree in OT as the standard entry-level requirement, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. The SOC code for occupational therapists and your NBCOT certification both support the petition. USCIS has consistently approved OT roles under the H-1B classification.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new OT employer mid-visa?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file an I-129 transfer petition, without waiting for approval. You don't need to restart the lottery. The new employer must file a new LCA with DOL and a new I-129 with USCIS before your grace period expires.
How do I find OT employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters OT job listings by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have actually sponsored H-1B petitions rather than just claiming openness to it. Hospital networks, rehab chains, and pediatric clinics are among the most common H-1B sponsors for occupational therapists.
Do school districts sponsor H-1B visas for school-based OTs?
Many do, but public school districts are government entities and may be treated differently than private employers under certain H-1B rules. Some school districts file as cap-exempt if affiliated with a qualifying institution. Confirm whether the district has filed LCAs before by checking their DOL history, and clarify cap status with the HR team before accepting an offer.
What happens to my H-1B if my OT employer loses its license or closes a facility?
If your employer closes your worksite or your position is terminated, your H-1B authorization ends with the employment relationship. USCIS provides a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring OT employer and initiate an H-1B transfer. During this window, you can't work, but the clock starts from your last day of employment.