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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 University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!
Job Description
The Senior Research Security Compliance Analyst (Senior Analyst) provides high level policy and compliance expertise and operational support to the Executive Director of Research Security and the University Research Security Team. This role is responsible for monitoring and interpreting evolving research security legislation, regulations, and sponsor requirements, and translating them into actionable institutional guidance and processes. The Senior Analyst plays a critical role in strengthening the University’s research security posture through policy development, compliance facilitation, education, and program management.
The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, practical guidance. They possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability. The role requires managing and prioritizing multiple competing responsibilities while exercising flexibility and sound judgment in navigating evolving compliance requirements. Success in this position also depends on working independently and proactively while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholder groups across the institution and more broadly.
Key responsibilities
- Provide support in the areas of export controls, research conflict of interest, and research security.
- Identify, analyze, track, and communicate new and emerging federal, state, and sponsor research security legislation, policies, requirements, and resources.
- Interpret complex regulatory guidance and provide clear recommendations to University leadership, researchers, and staff.
- Facilitate compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements.
- Provide high-level support related to research security, export controls and research conflict of interest aspects of sponsored projects.
- Conduct initial reviews of international outside activities and agreements to assess research security and compliance considerations.
- Conduct reviews of travel disclosures and provide briefings as needed.
- Support the development, revision, and implementation of University policies, guidance documents, and resources.
- Develop educational materials and provide outreach, training, and advisory support to researchers and staff to promote awareness and compliance.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and advise internal stakeholders on mitigation and best practices.
- Provide program management for sponsored projects, including coordinating project activities, engaging stakeholders, supporting recruitment efforts, and developing reports, products, and resources.
- Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3+ years of experience in federal and/or academic research security, export controls, and/or research conflict of interest; federal research regulatory analysis and compliance or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of applicable federal research security, export controls, and/or conflict of interest legislation, policies, and guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in science, law, public policy, or a related field.
- Experience in an academic or research intensive environment.
- Experience supporting research compliance programs.
Additional Information
Please include a cover letter and resume when submitting application.
Salary is up to $125,000, commensurate with experience.
Applications are due by June 19, 2026
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Company Description
The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!
Job Description
The Senior Research Security Compliance Analyst (Senior Analyst) provides high level policy and compliance expertise and operational support to the Executive Director of Research Security and the University Research Security Team. This role is responsible for monitoring and interpreting evolving research security legislation, regulations, and sponsor requirements, and translating them into actionable institutional guidance and processes. The Senior Analyst plays a critical role in strengthening the University’s research security posture through policy development, compliance facilitation, education, and program management.
The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, practical guidance. They possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability. The role requires managing and prioritizing multiple competing responsibilities while exercising flexibility and sound judgment in navigating evolving compliance requirements. Success in this position also depends on working independently and proactively while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholder groups across the institution and more broadly.
Key responsibilities
- Provide support in the areas of export controls, research conflict of interest, and research security.
- Identify, analyze, track, and communicate new and emerging federal, state, and sponsor research security legislation, policies, requirements, and resources.
- Interpret complex regulatory guidance and provide clear recommendations to University leadership, researchers, and staff.
- Facilitate compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements.
- Provide high-level support related to research security, export controls and research conflict of interest aspects of sponsored projects.
- Conduct initial reviews of international outside activities and agreements to assess research security and compliance considerations.
- Conduct reviews of travel disclosures and provide briefings as needed.
- Support the development, revision, and implementation of University policies, guidance documents, and resources.
- Develop educational materials and provide outreach, training, and advisory support to researchers and staff to promote awareness and compliance.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and advise internal stakeholders on mitigation and best practices.
- Provide program management for sponsored projects, including coordinating project activities, engaging stakeholders, supporting recruitment efforts, and developing reports, products, and resources.
- Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3+ years of experience in federal and/or academic research security, export controls, and/or research conflict of interest; federal research regulatory analysis and compliance or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of applicable federal research security, export controls, and/or conflict of interest legislation, policies, and guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in science, law, public policy, or a related field.
- Experience in an academic or research intensive environment.
- Experience supporting research compliance programs.
Additional Information
Please include a cover letter and resume when submitting application.
Salary is up to $125,000, commensurate with experience.
Applications are due by June 19, 2026
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
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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.