H-1B Visa Security Compliance Analyst Jobs

Security Compliance Analyst roles qualify as H-1B 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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Overview

Open Jobs268+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type68% On-site
Median Salary$97K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsTD Securities

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NetBrain Technologies.
Senior Security Compliance Analyst
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Senior Security Compliance Analyst
NetBrain Technologies.
Burlington, Massachusetts
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Business Analysis
$140,000/yr - $180,000/yr
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
201-500

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Rain Neuromorphics
Regulatory & Security Compliance Analyst
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Rain Neuromorphics
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Regulatory & Security Compliance Analyst
Rain Neuromorphics
New York, New York
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Legal Counsel
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Remote (US)
Associate's

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Hasbro
Sr Security Compliance Analyst
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Hasbro
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Sr Security Compliance Analyst
Hasbro
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Audit
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Cooley LLP
IG Compliance & Security Analyst
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Cooley LLP
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IG Compliance & Security Analyst
Cooley LLP
Santa Monica, California
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Audit
$88,000 - $124,000/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Pure Storage
Security Analyst, Compliance
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Pure Storage
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Security Analyst, Compliance
Pure Storage
Lehi, Utah
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Audit
$110,000/yr - $165,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
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Tips 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.

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Security Compliance Analyst H-1B Visa: 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.

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