H-1B Visa Security Compliance Analyst Jobs
Security Compliance Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under SOC code 15-1212, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or a related field. Employers filing LCAs for this role must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements, and cap-subject petitions enter the annual 85,000-slot lottery each April.
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The Senior Security & Compliance Analyst will provide, but not be limited to, the following activities and tasks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must possess the minimum qualifications and experience of the STC Job Family cited in Section 2 (Security Management, Job #6810, Security Analyst (C. Advanced)), together with the following Department minimum qualifications and experience:
- Per the STC Job Family description: a minimum of four (4) years of combined IT and security work experience with a broad range of exposure to systems analysis, applications development, and database design and administration, including one to two (1–2) years of experience with information security, and knowledge of security issues, techniques, and implications across all existing computer platforms.
- Minimum of seven (7) years across information security disciplines, with demonstrated experience in both security governance/compliance (GRC) and hands-on security operations.
- Demonstrated experience drafting information security policy and standards and implementing NIST SP 800-53 and/or NIST CSF controls.
- Demonstrated experience performing security risk assessments and supporting internal or external audits.
- On-site availability at the Department's location, 4040 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida. Remote work may be considered on an occasional, ad-hoc basis with prior written approval of the Contract Manager; this is not a hybrid or permanent remote arrangement. Travel costs will not be reimbursed.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
The candidate must possess, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience; and at least one current industry certification from the following (others may be considered):
- CISA — Certified Information Systems Auditor (strongly aligned to the GRC/audit core).
- CRISC — Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control.
- CGRC — Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (formerly CAP).
- CISM — Certified Information Security Manager.
- CISSP — Certified Information Systems Security Professional.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following are preferred and will strengthen a candidate's evaluation:
- Florida state government or public-sector information security experience.
- Working knowledge of Rule 60GG-2, F.A.C., and Section 282.318, Florida Statutes.
- CJIS Security Policy implementation or audit experience.
- HIPAA Security Rule and PHI-handling experience.
- Hands-on Microsoft 365 G5, Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Vulnerability Management), and Microsoft Purview experience.
- Vulnerability management tooling and remediation-coordination experience.
- Experience developing IAM / access-control standards and provisioning-integrity controls.
- PowerShell or comparable scripting for security automation and reporting.
INTRODUCTION
The Senior Security & Compliance Analyst will provide, but not be limited to, the following activities and tasks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must possess the minimum qualifications and experience of the STC Job Family cited in Section 2 (Security Management, Job #6810, Security Analyst (C. Advanced)), together with the following Department minimum qualifications and experience:
- Per the STC Job Family description: a minimum of four (4) years of combined IT and security work experience with a broad range of exposure to systems analysis, applications development, and database design and administration, including one to two (1–2) years of experience with information security, and knowledge of security issues, techniques, and implications across all existing computer platforms.
- Minimum of seven (7) years across information security disciplines, with demonstrated experience in both security governance/compliance (GRC) and hands-on security operations.
- Demonstrated experience drafting information security policy and standards and implementing NIST SP 800-53 and/or NIST CSF controls.
- Demonstrated experience performing security risk assessments and supporting internal or external audits.
- On-site availability at the Department's location, 4040 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida. Remote work may be considered on an occasional, ad-hoc basis with prior written approval of the Contract Manager; this is not a hybrid or permanent remote arrangement. Travel costs will not be reimbursed.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
The candidate must possess, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent work experience; and at least one current industry certification from the following (others may be considered):
- CISA — Certified Information Systems Auditor (strongly aligned to the GRC/audit core).
- CRISC — Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control.
- CGRC — Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (formerly CAP).
- CISM — Certified Information Security Manager.
- CISSP — Certified Information Systems Security Professional.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following are preferred and will strengthen a candidate's evaluation:
- Florida state government or public-sector information security experience.
- Working knowledge of Rule 60GG-2, F.A.C., and Section 282.318, Florida Statutes.
- CJIS Security Policy implementation or audit experience.
- HIPAA Security Rule and PHI-handling experience.
- Hands-on Microsoft 365 G5, Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Vulnerability Management), and Microsoft Purview experience.
- Vulnerability management tooling and remediation-coordination experience.
- Experience developing IAM / access-control standards and provisioning-integrity controls.
- PowerShell or comparable scripting for security automation and reporting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Security Compliance Analyst
Map your credentials to SOC 15-1212
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on your degree field matching the role. Pull the O*NET profile for Information Security Analysts to confirm which degree disciplines align, then frame your resume and cover letter around that mapping before applying.
Filter employers by active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to search Security Compliance Analyst roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared DOL prevailing wage certification for this occupation, not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target city and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, so knowing Level I through Level IV thresholds strengthens your negotiating position and flags underpaying offers early.
Ask employers about cap-exempt pathways
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition skips the lottery entirely. Security compliance roles exist at these institutions, and a direct hire there lets you start immediately rather than waiting for an October 1 start date.
Prepare documentation for specialty occupation RFEs
USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence on security compliance roles when the job description includes generalist IT duties. Gather evidence that the position requires a specific degree field, including internal job requisitions, org charts, and employer attestation letters, before your petition is filed.
Time your job search around the H-1B registration window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for a roughly two-week window. If you're on OPT, start active employer outreach no later than January so hiring managers have time to get legal counsel engaged and submit your registration before the deadline closes.
H-1B Visa Security Compliance Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Compliance Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Security Compliance Analyst under SOC code 15-1212, which requires at least a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, cybersecurity, or a closely related field. The key is that your degree field must correspond directly to the role's duties. Generalist IT degrees can create complications if the employer's job description doesn't clearly require specialized knowledge.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Security Compliance Analyst roles?
Financial services firms, healthcare systems, federal contractors, and large technology companies are the most consistent sponsors for this role, largely because they face mandatory compliance frameworks like SOC 2, HIPAA, and FedRAMP that create sustained demand. Migrate Mate lets you search Security Compliance Analyst openings filtered by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is already established.
Can I work as a Security Compliance Analyst on OPT while waiting for H-1B approval?
Yes, provided your OPT authorization is still valid and the role falls within your degree field. If your start date extends past your OPT end date, the cap-gap rule covers you through September 30 of the fiscal year your petition was filed, as long as your employer submitted a timely H-1B petition before your OPT expired. USCIS governs cap-gap eligibility.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers mid-year as a Security Compliance Analyst?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer using H-1B portability under AC21, which lets you start with the new company as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file before your current status expires, and the new role must be in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification as the original petition.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Security Compliance Analyst job offers?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must submit an LCA to the DOL certifying your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the Security Compliance Analyst role in your work location. The DOL assigns wages across four levels based on experience and responsibility. An offer below the certified prevailing wage will not pass DOL review, making it a hard floor in salary negotiations.