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Security Analyst roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field. Employers in finance, healthcare, defense contracting, and tech consistently file LCAs for this role, making it one of the more reliably sponsored positions in cybersecurity.
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Get Access To All JobsNetwork Security Analyst II – RSA Archer Specialist
Austin, TX (onsite)
Contract
Role Overview: Looking for a hands-on RSA Archer expert to design, configure, and support enterprise GRC solutions. The role involves close collaboration with security, risk, compliance, and IT teams to deliver scalable and compliant Archer implementations.
Must Have:
- RSA Archer Certification (Mandatory): ACP OR Level 3 Archer Certified Administrator
- Strong experience with RSA Archer platform (architecture, data model, workflows)
- Hands-on with GRC modules: Assessment & Authorization, Issues Management, Controls Assurance
- Experience in application configuration: forms, questionnaires, workflows, calculations, access controls
- REST API / web services integration (ServiceNow or similar systems preferred)
- JavaScript / jQuery for client-side customization
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain RSA Archer applications
- Build and configure custom modules, workflows, and data structures
- Gather and translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Develop integrations with enterprise systems using APIs
- Configure role-based access, data feeds, and automation processes
- Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure platform stability
- Create and maintain technical documentation (design, testing, change management)
- Support end users with training and knowledge transfer
Preferred:
- Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC or similar compliance frameworks
- Experience in government or large enterprise GRC environments
- Prior integration with ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms
Network Security Analyst II – RSA Archer Specialist
Austin, TX (onsite)
Contract
Role Overview: Looking for a hands-on RSA Archer expert to design, configure, and support enterprise GRC solutions. The role involves close collaboration with security, risk, compliance, and IT teams to deliver scalable and compliant Archer implementations.
Must Have:
- RSA Archer Certification (Mandatory): ACP OR Level 3 Archer Certified Administrator
- Strong experience with RSA Archer platform (architecture, data model, workflows)
- Hands-on with GRC modules: Assessment & Authorization, Issues Management, Controls Assurance
- Experience in application configuration: forms, questionnaires, workflows, calculations, access controls
- REST API / web services integration (ServiceNow or similar systems preferred)
- JavaScript / jQuery for client-side customization
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain RSA Archer applications
- Build and configure custom modules, workflows, and data structures
- Gather and translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Develop integrations with enterprise systems using APIs
- Configure role-based access, data feeds, and automation processes
- Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure platform stability
- Create and maintain technical documentation (design, testing, change management)
- Support end users with training and knowledge transfer
Preferred:
- Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC or similar compliance frameworks
- Experience in government or large enterprise GRC environments
- Prior integration with ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Security Analyst
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field directly supports a Security Analyst position. A degree in computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity strengthens your case. A general business degree with no security coursework can trigger an RFE.
Check LCA filings for your exact SOC code
Security Analysts are classified under SOC code 15-1212. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed LCAs under that specific code, so you're targeting companies with documented H-1B sponsorship history for your role.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and level. Run your title and ZIP code through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so your offer clears the wage floor required for LCA certification.
Clarify security clearance eligibility early
Some federal contractor Security Analyst roles require clearances that H-1B holders can't obtain due to citizenship requirements. Ask hiring managers directly whether the role involves clearance-restricted work before your employer invests in sponsorship filings.
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Find Security Analyst JobsSecurity Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats Security Analyst as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, information security, or management information systems. Employers must document in the LCA that the role's duties require that specific theoretical and practical knowledge base, not just general technical aptitude.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Security Analysts?
Financial services, healthcare systems, defense contractors, cloud infrastructure companies, and large enterprise technology firms file LCAs for Security Analyst roles with the highest frequency. Government contractors are a notable exception: some roles require security clearances that are only available to U.S. citizens, which effectively excludes H-1B candidates. Screening for clearance requirements before applying saves significant time.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Security Analyst positions?
Search Migrate Mate's job board, which surfaces roles from employers with verified LCA filing history under the Security Analyst SOC code. This filters out listings from employers who have never filed for this role type, so you're spending time on companies with a documented track record of sponsoring candidates in your position.
Can I switch Security Analyst employers on an H-1B without losing status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files a new H-1B petition before your current one expires, you can start the new role as soon as the petition receipt is issued. The new role must be in the same or a similar SOC occupational classification, which is generally satisfied by another Security Analyst title or closely related cybersecurity role.
What credentials strengthen an H-1B petition for a Security Analyst role?
Industry certifications like CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or CEH don't substitute for the degree requirement, but they reinforce your employer's case that the position genuinely requires specialized knowledge. If your degree is in a tangentially related field, certifications combined with detailed documentation of role duties can help counter an RFE challenging whether your background supports the specialty occupation classification.
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