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Security Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa 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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The Information Security Office is a high-profile team, and is one of the few departments with university-wide purview, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to share and shine. We operate with a high degree of autonomy, expecting each of our contributors to bring their own special talents to bear on the tough challenges facing the university.
The Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team within the Information Security Office is an innovative, newly-formed team with an entrepreneurial spirit, and we invite you to help us grow while advancing your own career.
Job Responsibilities
In this role, you will support the research community by providing support and guidance on information security matters. You will collaborate with local client IT groups and client Research Computing to help implement and improve security measures that meet NIST 800-171 standards.
Your main responsibilities will include helping to execute a strategy that prepares the university for an increasing number of security audits and changing regulatory requirements, particularly focusing on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST 800-171 standards. This will involve helping to assess the university's current security practices and identifying any gaps that could affect compliance. You will assist in implementing best practices and guidelines to strengthen cybersecurity measures and support audit preparations.
You will also play a key role in developing an awareness and training program aligned with NIST to educate the organization to foster a culture of security awareness and responsibility.
Typical Activities
- Assist in the preparation and implementation of the NIST readiness project, ensuring alignment with NIST frameworks and guidelines to improve the organization's security posture.
- Collaborate in developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to prepare the university for security audits and regulatory requirements, with a particular focus on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
- Support the assessment and implementation of security controls in accordance with NIST standards, assisting in identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.
- Develop and deliver an awareness and training program aligned with NIST to educate the organization.
- Collaborate in the review and update of security policies and procedures to ensure they meet NIST requirements and reflect best practices in cybersecurity.
- Support the monitoring of security controls and risk management practices, regularly evaluating the effectiveness of existing security measures.
- Help prepare and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures, and compliance efforts, including risk assessments and operational reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Finance, Human Resources, and Legal, to integrate information security into the organization's overall risk management program.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and evolving regulatory requirements to inform security practices and compliance strategies.
- Perform any other related duties assigned to support the organization's information security program.
Requirements
Minimum Education & Experience Required
You're a well-rounded, critical thinker with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience).
A minimum of three years of experience in information security, risk management, or compliance.
Qualifications
- Experience in information security, risk management, and compliance.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, particularly NIST & HIPAA.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess security risks.
- Exposure to security audits, risk assessments, or vulnerability assessments.
- Knowledge of security technologies such as encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEMs.
- Experience with working as part of a team in cybersecurity, information security, assurance or related fields.
- Ability to express complicated, highly technical information using accessible language, proficiently in English, to a wide variety of audiences with varying degrees of technical savviness.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and industry regulations.
Bonus Points & Plusses
- Knowledge of ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
- Security+ or other professional cybersecurity certifications.
- Proficiency in setting up and managing a learning management system (LMS), including course creation and configuration.
- Prior work in a highly-regulated industry or higher education.
Notes:
9 am PST – 5 pm PST
40 hours
Remote
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description:
The Information Security Office is a high-profile team, and is one of the few departments with university-wide purview, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to share and shine. We operate with a high degree of autonomy, expecting each of our contributors to bring their own special talents to bear on the tough challenges facing the university.
The Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team within the Information Security Office is an innovative, newly-formed team with an entrepreneurial spirit, and we invite you to help us grow while advancing your own career.
Job Responsibilities
In this role, you will support the research community by providing support and guidance on information security matters. You will collaborate with local client IT groups and client Research Computing to help implement and improve security measures that meet NIST 800-171 standards.
Your main responsibilities will include helping to execute a strategy that prepares the university for an increasing number of security audits and changing regulatory requirements, particularly focusing on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST 800-171 standards. This will involve helping to assess the university's current security practices and identifying any gaps that could affect compliance. You will assist in implementing best practices and guidelines to strengthen cybersecurity measures and support audit preparations.
You will also play a key role in developing an awareness and training program aligned with NIST to educate the organization to foster a culture of security awareness and responsibility.
Typical Activities
- Assist in the preparation and implementation of the NIST readiness project, ensuring alignment with NIST frameworks and guidelines to improve the organization's security posture.
- Collaborate in developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to prepare the university for security audits and regulatory requirements, with a particular focus on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
- Support the assessment and implementation of security controls in accordance with NIST standards, assisting in identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions.
- Develop and deliver an awareness and training program aligned with NIST to educate the organization.
- Collaborate in the review and update of security policies and procedures to ensure they meet NIST requirements and reflect best practices in cybersecurity.
- Support the monitoring of security controls and risk management practices, regularly evaluating the effectiveness of existing security measures.
- Help prepare and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures, and compliance efforts, including risk assessments and operational reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Finance, Human Resources, and Legal, to integrate information security into the organization's overall risk management program.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and evolving regulatory requirements to inform security practices and compliance strategies.
- Perform any other related duties assigned to support the organization's information security program.
Requirements
Minimum Education & Experience Required
You're a well-rounded, critical thinker with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience).
A minimum of three years of experience in information security, risk management, or compliance.
Qualifications
- Experience in information security, risk management, and compliance.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, particularly NIST & HIPAA.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess security risks.
- Exposure to security audits, risk assessments, or vulnerability assessments.
- Knowledge of security technologies such as encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEMs.
- Experience with working as part of a team in cybersecurity, information security, assurance or related fields.
- Ability to express complicated, highly technical information using accessible language, proficiently in English, to a wide variety of audiences with varying degrees of technical savviness.
- Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and industry regulations.
Bonus Points & Plusses
- Knowledge of ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
- Security+ or other professional cybersecurity certifications.
- Proficiency in setting up and managing a learning management system (LMS), including course creation and configuration.
- Prior work in a highly-regulated industry or higher education.
Notes:
9 am PST – 5 pm PST
40 hours
Remote
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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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.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers first
If you're transitioning from OPT to H-1B, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled to extend STEM OPT. Confirming E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer saves you from losing work authorization mid-sponsorship.
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.
Time your petition around the cap-gap window
If you're on OPT when your employer files your H-1B petition, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Confirm your employer files before April 1 to preserve continuous employment.
H-1B Visa Security Analyst: 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.