H-1B Visa Product Security Engineer Jobs
Product Security Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field. Employers in tech, finance, healthcare, and defense regularly file H-1B petitions for this role, 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 JobsWe're transforming the grocery industry
At Instacart, we invite the world to share love through food because we believe everyone should have access to the food they love and more time to enjoy it together. Where others see a simple need for grocery delivery, we see exciting complexity and endless opportunity to serve the varied needs of our community. We work to deliver an essential service that customers rely on to get their groceries and household goods, while also offering safe and flexible earnings opportunities to Instacart Personal Shoppers.
Instacart has become a lifeline for millions of people, and we’re building the team to help push our shopping cart forward. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, come join our table.
Instacart is a Flex First team
There’s no one-size fits all approach to how we do our best work. Our employees have the flexibility to choose where they do their best work—whether it’s from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop—while staying connected and building community through regular in-person events. Learn more about our flexible approach to where we work.
Overview
About the Role - You will be a key member of the Security Engineering team that is tasked with researching, developing, and conducting offensive security techniques for a suite of Instacart products. We are looking for a breaker mindset security engineer who can scale out the discovery of security defects and anti-patterns to mature the security posture of Instacart product lines.
About the Team - The security team at Instacart is tasked with ensuring the security and privacy of Instacart’s suite of products and the company as a whole. We believe that with the right mixture of tools and engineering prowess, we can secure our most important assets without negatively impacting productivity. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged.
About the Job
Design and conduct offensive security operations / engagements for product and internal tools across Instacart. Deploy and operationalize a variety of open-source and commercially available security tools that can scale out and be maintained long term. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and product, to integrate security testing into their SDLC cycle. Share knowledge and mentor other team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in Security Engineering or Penetration Testing, demonstrating a strong grasp of product security concepts and principles
- Experience in mobile app penetration testing, AI security testing or cloud penetration testing
- Experience with threat modeling, security assessments, product security concepts, and security architecture reviews
- An ability to make data-driven decisions & prioritize initiatives that improve key security metrics
- An ability to balance a sense of urgency with shipping high-quality and pragmatic solutions
- Solid self-management and organizational skills
- In-depth knowledge of the best remediation techniques for different application vulnerabilities and the ability to explain them to product teams
- An ability to create written work products and detailed technical documents to work effectively with cross-functional teams and drive alignment on security objectives and plans.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or related work experience
- Bug bounty research experience
LI-Remote
Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.
Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.
For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.
CA, NY, CT, NJ
$230,000 - $242,500 USD
WA
$220,000 - $232,000 USD
OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI
$211,000 - $222,500 USD
All other states
$192,000 - $202,500 USD
We're transforming the grocery industry
At Instacart, we invite the world to share love through food because we believe everyone should have access to the food they love and more time to enjoy it together. Where others see a simple need for grocery delivery, we see exciting complexity and endless opportunity to serve the varied needs of our community. We work to deliver an essential service that customers rely on to get their groceries and household goods, while also offering safe and flexible earnings opportunities to Instacart Personal Shoppers.
Instacart has become a lifeline for millions of people, and we’re building the team to help push our shopping cart forward. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, come join our table.
Instacart is a Flex First team
There’s no one-size fits all approach to how we do our best work. Our employees have the flexibility to choose where they do their best work—whether it’s from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop—while staying connected and building community through regular in-person events. Learn more about our flexible approach to where we work.
Overview
About the Role - You will be a key member of the Security Engineering team that is tasked with researching, developing, and conducting offensive security techniques for a suite of Instacart products. We are looking for a breaker mindset security engineer who can scale out the discovery of security defects and anti-patterns to mature the security posture of Instacart product lines.
About the Team - The security team at Instacart is tasked with ensuring the security and privacy of Instacart’s suite of products and the company as a whole. We believe that with the right mixture of tools and engineering prowess, we can secure our most important assets without negatively impacting productivity. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged.
About the Job
Design and conduct offensive security operations / engagements for product and internal tools across Instacart. Deploy and operationalize a variety of open-source and commercially available security tools that can scale out and be maintained long term. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and product, to integrate security testing into their SDLC cycle. Share knowledge and mentor other team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in Security Engineering or Penetration Testing, demonstrating a strong grasp of product security concepts and principles
- Experience in mobile app penetration testing, AI security testing or cloud penetration testing
- Experience with threat modeling, security assessments, product security concepts, and security architecture reviews
- An ability to make data-driven decisions & prioritize initiatives that improve key security metrics
- An ability to balance a sense of urgency with shipping high-quality and pragmatic solutions
- Solid self-management and organizational skills
- In-depth knowledge of the best remediation techniques for different application vulnerabilities and the ability to explain them to product teams
- An ability to create written work products and detailed technical documents to work effectively with cross-functional teams and drive alignment on security objectives and plans.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or related work experience
- Bug bounty research experience
LI-Remote
Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.
Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.
For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.
CA, NY, CT, NJ
$230,000 - $242,500 USD
WA
$220,000 - $232,000 USD
OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI
$211,000 - $222,500 USD
All other states
$192,000 - $202,500 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Product Security Engineer
Align your degree to SOC codes
Product Security Engineer roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on the employer's LCA filing. Check O*NET to confirm your degree field aligns with the specialty occupation definition USCIS uses, so you can address any credential mismatch before interviews begin.
Target cap-exempt employers early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B cap. Product security roles exist at these organizations, and a cap-exempt petition can be filed at any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filings for security engineering roles on Migrate Mate. This shows you which companies have an active sponsorship track record, so you're not discovering a company's reluctance to file after the offer stage.
Request prevailing wage documentation upfront
Ask your prospective employer which wage level they intend to certify on your LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the prevailing wage for your location and SOC code before accepting an offer, since the certified wage binds the employer for the petition's duration.
Document security certifications for RFE defense
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on specialty occupation grounds for security roles with broad job descriptions. Gather official transcripts, CISSP or CEH certificates, and a detailed duties letter from your employer before the I-129 is filed to preempt this.
Plan your timeline around the 60-day grace period
If you're between H-1B employers, you have a 60-day grace period after your last day to secure a new approved petition or change status. Identify your next employer and initiate the transfer before your final paycheck, not after, to stay within this window.
H-1B Visa Product Security Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Security Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Product security engineering requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically in computer science, information security, or software engineering, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Your employer's job description must specify that a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field is a minimum requirement, not merely preferred.
Which industries hire Product Security Engineers on H-1B sponsorship most consistently?
Technology companies, financial services firms, healthcare technology platforms, defense contractors, and cloud infrastructure providers file H-1B petitions for product security roles regularly. Cap-exempt employers, including research universities and nonprofit think tanks with cybersecurity programs, are also active. You can filter by employer type and LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to identify consistent sponsors.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Product Security Engineer employer without losing my status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your I-129 petition has been pending for 180 days or more and your new employer files a transfer petition, you can begin working for the new employer immediately upon filing. You don't need to wait for approval, but you must be maintaining valid H-1B status at the time of transfer.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline for Product Security Engineer roles?
USCIS accepts H-1B cap-subject registrations in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT or another status, you need a job offer before your employer can register you. Missing the March window means waiting a full year for the next cycle, so targeting employers early in the calendar year is practical for cap-subject candidates.
What should I check before accepting an offer from an H-1B sponsor for this role?
Verify the employer has filed LCA petitions for roles at your experience level, not just entry-level positions. Confirm they'll cover the H-1B filing fees required by law, including the I-129 and ACWIA training fees, which they cannot legally pass to you. Check that the offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location using the OFLC Wage Search.