H-1B Visa Risk Analyst Jobs

Risk Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or a related quantitative field. Financial services firms, insurance companies, and consulting groups are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this title. Cap-subject filings open each April for an October 1 start date.

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Open Jobs2,259+
Work Type68% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsMorgan Stanley

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Xcel Energy
Principal Security Risk Analyst
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Xcel Energy
New 8h ago
Principal Security Risk Analyst
Xcel Energy
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$97,600/yr - $138,600/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Cambridge Associates
Investment Analyst, Business Risk Analyst
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Cambridge Associates
New 15h ago
Investment Analyst, Business Risk Analyst
Cambridge Associates
Boston, Massachusetts
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Compliance & Risk
Audit
$80,000/yr - $88,500/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Intuit
Senior Staff Financial Risk Analyst
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Intuit
New 17h ago
Senior Staff Financial Risk Analyst
Intuit
Mountain View, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Data Science & Analytics
Compliance & Legal
Data Science
Compliance & Risk
$150,500/yr - $253,000/yr
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Rockland Trust Company
IT Risk Analyst
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Rockland Trust Company
New 19h ago
IT Risk Analyst
Rockland Trust Company
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Compliance & Legal
IT Support & Systems Administration
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Avant
Senior Credit Risk Analyst
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Avant
New 20h ago
Senior Credit Risk Analyst
Avant
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Strategy & Corporate Development
Finance
Accounting
Business Analyst
Business Strategy
$66,000/yr - $88,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
201-500

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Risk Analyst

Align your degree to the role description

USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to risk analysis. A finance or statistics degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree may trigger an RFE. Request a credential evaluation that ties your coursework to quantitative risk functions.

Search LCA filings by occupation code

Risk Analyst roles file under SOC code 13-2099 or 13-2051 with DOL. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation in your target metro. That list is a stronger signal of real sponsorship intent than job postings alone.

Target regulated industries with compliance hiring obligations

Banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers face mandatory risk staffing requirements under federal oversight, which means they hire risk analysts consistently and often have in-house immigration counsel already familiar with H-1B filings for this role.

Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified H-1B sponsors

Search Risk Analyst openings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filing history for this occupation. That data comes from DOL Labor Condition Application records, so you're targeting companies with a documented track record, not guessing from job descriptions.

Clarify the prevailing wage level before accepting an offer

Your employer must certify a wage at Level I through IV under DOL's prevailing wage system. Ask whether the offered salary meets at least Level II for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before you sign, since a below-threshold offer requires renegotiation before the LCA can be certified.

Account for the October 1 start date gap in your offer timeline

Cap-subject H-1B petitions approved after the April lottery don't take effect until October 1. If your OPT or current status ends before then, negotiate a start date that accounts for this window or confirm your employer will file for premium processing to lock in approval faster.

H-1B Visa Risk Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Risk Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes, Risk Analyst positions typically qualify because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a directly related quantitative field. USCIS evaluates whether your specific job duties and your employer's stated degree requirement align. Roles at banks, insurers, and consulting firms generally pass this test more cleanly than generalist analyst titles at smaller employers.

Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Risk Analysts?

Financial services, insurance, and management consulting are the most consistent sponsors for Risk Analyst H-1B filings. Banks subject to federal capital and credit risk regulations maintain dedicated risk teams and have ongoing hiring needs. Insurers and reinsurance firms also file regularly. You can verify which employers have certified LCAs for this occupation using the OFLC Wage Search or browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.

Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?

Yes, and this is the most common path for Risk Analysts transitioning from F-1 status. Your employer files your cap-subject H-1B petition in April for an October 1 start date. If your OPT authorization expires before October 1 and you have a STEM degree, a STEM OPT extension can bridge the gap. USCIS requires your employer to file before your current authorization ends to maintain your work eligibility.

What SOC code applies to Risk Analyst roles for H-1B and LCA purposes?

Most Risk Analyst positions file under SOC code 13-2051 (Financial and Investment Analysts) or 13-2099 (Financial Specialists, All Other), depending on how the employer defines the role. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage your employer must meet under DOL rules. Check the O*NET profile for each code to confirm which job duties match your actual responsibilities before your employer files the LCA.

Does H-1B sponsorship for a Risk Analyst role tie me to one employer?

Your H-1B status is employer-specific, but you can change jobs through H-1B portability once your initial petition has been approved and you've worked for the sponsoring employer. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin working for them as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. The role and salary at the new employer must still meet specialty occupation and prevailing wage requirements.