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Security Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in information security, computer science, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL and petition USCIS on your behalf, with the annual cap applying unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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Get Access To All JobsYou have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
The Consulting Director, AI Security is a hands-on technical contributor responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and validating AI initiatives across CNA’s enterprise. This role performs architecture and design reviews of AI, Machine Learning (ML), Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Model (LLM), and agentic solutions; develops technology evaluation criteria for RFIs/RFPs; and tests and validates candidate solutions against security requirements. As part of the AI Governance review process, this role is a representative of the AI Security team and provides the technical security perspective on AI threats — focusing on the technical security assessment rather than governance, risk, or compliance functions, which are owned by dedicated teams. The specialist applies deep technical expertise to identify risks in AI systems and data pipelines and recommends practical controls and remediations, partnering closely with the AI Security team, Engineering, Cloud Security, Application Security, IAM, Data Security, and AI Governance.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as the AI Security team’s technical reviewer within the AI Governance review process, providing the security perspective on AI threats and risks.
- Conduct architecture and design reviews of AI/ML, GenAI, LLM, and agentic initiatives, documenting findings, risks, and recommended controls.
- Write and maintain technology evaluation criteria for RFIs and RFPs covering AI security tooling and solutions.
- Test, validate, and benchmark candidate AI security solutions through proofs of concept and hands-on assessments.
- Perform threat modeling and security risk assessments of AI systems, models, and data pipelines.
- Evaluate AI workload security across cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud) and recommend secure configurations.
- Apply industry standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, OWASP Top 10 for LLMs, MITRE ATLAS) to reviews and assessments.
- Contribute to AI security standards, reference architectures, and best-practice guidance.
- Support integration of AI security controls into SDLC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps workflows.
- Assist with vulnerability management, security monitoring, and incident readiness for AI systems.
- Provide technical security input to Risk, Legal, and AI Governance teams to support their compliance and regulatory work.
- Track emerging AI threats, attack techniques (e.g., prompt injection, data poisoning, model extraction), and defensive practices.
Reporting Relationship
Typically reports to Director or above.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Strong working knowledge of AI/ML, GenAI, and LLM security concepts and common attack/defense techniques.
- Hands-on experience with security architecture and design reviews.
- Solid understanding of cloud security (AWS, Google Cloud) and secure cloud configurations.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure software development.
- Ability to design and execute solution testing, proofs of concept, and technical validations.
- Ability to write clear evaluation criteria, technical assessments, and review documentation.
- Ability to translate technical risk into actionable recommendations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent reviews.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required; relevant technical disciplines preferred.
- 5+ years of information security experience, including exposure to cloud and AI/ML environments.
- Hands-on experience with public cloud security (AWS, Google Cloud).
- Relevant certifications preferred (CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, or AI/cloud security credentials).
- Insurance or financial services experience preferred.
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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
The Consulting Director, AI Security is a hands-on technical contributor responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and validating AI initiatives across CNA’s enterprise. This role performs architecture and design reviews of AI, Machine Learning (ML), Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Model (LLM), and agentic solutions; develops technology evaluation criteria for RFIs/RFPs; and tests and validates candidate solutions against security requirements. As part of the AI Governance review process, this role is a representative of the AI Security team and provides the technical security perspective on AI threats — focusing on the technical security assessment rather than governance, risk, or compliance functions, which are owned by dedicated teams. The specialist applies deep technical expertise to identify risks in AI systems and data pipelines and recommends practical controls and remediations, partnering closely with the AI Security team, Engineering, Cloud Security, Application Security, IAM, Data Security, and AI Governance.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as the AI Security team’s technical reviewer within the AI Governance review process, providing the security perspective on AI threats and risks.
- Conduct architecture and design reviews of AI/ML, GenAI, LLM, and agentic initiatives, documenting findings, risks, and recommended controls.
- Write and maintain technology evaluation criteria for RFIs and RFPs covering AI security tooling and solutions.
- Test, validate, and benchmark candidate AI security solutions through proofs of concept and hands-on assessments.
- Perform threat modeling and security risk assessments of AI systems, models, and data pipelines.
- Evaluate AI workload security across cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud) and recommend secure configurations.
- Apply industry standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, OWASP Top 10 for LLMs, MITRE ATLAS) to reviews and assessments.
- Contribute to AI security standards, reference architectures, and best-practice guidance.
- Support integration of AI security controls into SDLC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps workflows.
- Assist with vulnerability management, security monitoring, and incident readiness for AI systems.
- Provide technical security input to Risk, Legal, and AI Governance teams to support their compliance and regulatory work.
- Track emerging AI threats, attack techniques (e.g., prompt injection, data poisoning, model extraction), and defensive practices.
Reporting Relationship
Typically reports to Director or above.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Strong working knowledge of AI/ML, GenAI, and LLM security concepts and common attack/defense techniques.
- Hands-on experience with security architecture and design reviews.
- Solid understanding of cloud security (AWS, Google Cloud) and secure cloud configurations.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure software development.
- Ability to design and execute solution testing, proofs of concept, and technical validations.
- Ability to write clear evaluation criteria, technical assessments, and review documentation.
- Ability to translate technical risk into actionable recommendations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent reviews.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required; relevant technical disciplines preferred.
- 5+ years of information security experience, including exposure to cloud and AI/ML environments.
- Hands-on experience with public cloud security (AWS, Google Cloud).
- Relevant certifications preferred (CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, or AI/cloud security credentials).
- Insurance or financial services experience preferred.
LI-Hybrid
LI-DM1
In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Security Consultant
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to security consulting. A computer science or cybersecurity degree strengthens your case. If your degree is in a tangential field, document how your coursework maps to the specialty occupation definition.
Check employer LCA history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Security Consultant roles by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you're applying to employers who have already navigated the H-1B process for this occupation, not ones encountering it for the first time.
Verify the prevailing wage tier your role falls under
Security Consultant positions span wage levels 1 through 4 depending on experience and supervisory duties. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to confirm your salary meets the certified LCA wage, which USCIS checks against the I-129.
Target cap-exempt employers for immediate sponsorship
Consulting firms contracted to universities or nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual cap. If you can't wait for the April lottery, prioritize security roles at these organizations during your job search.
Clarify whether clearance affects your petition timeline
Many Security Consultant roles require a government clearance that takes months to adjudicate. Confirm with your employer whether the H-1B petition will be filed before or after the clearance process, since clearance delays can affect your start date and cap-gap status.
Use O*NET to build your specialty occupation documentation
The O*NET occupation profile for Security Consultants lists the knowledge domains and typical education requirements USCIS evaluates. Reference these when drafting your support letter to align your qualifications with the regulatory specialty occupation standard.
H-1B Visa Security Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Security Consultant positions typically qualify because they require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge in cybersecurity, risk management, or information assurance, and a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job description and the employer's actual requirements, so the offer letter must specify the degree field, not just a general preference.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Security Consultants?
Federal contractors, management consulting firms, financial institutions, and large technology companies are among the most active H-1B sponsors for Security Consultant roles. Consulting firms with government contracts are especially common because the work itself demands credentialed specialists. You can browse Security Consultant roles by sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify which employers have filed LCAs for this occupation.
How does a government security clearance interact with the H-1B petition process?
The H-1B petition and the clearance process run on separate tracks. USCIS approves the petition based on your qualifications and the job requirements, not your clearance status. However, some employers wait until clearance eligibility is confirmed before filing, which can affect when your petition is submitted relative to the cap registration window. Clarify this timeline with your employer before accepting an offer.
Can I switch from one security consulting employer to another on H-1B?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to change employers once your petition has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a substantially similar specialty occupation. For Security Consultants, moving between firms doing similar advisory or assessment work generally qualifies. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working upon receipt.
What documentation should I prepare to support my H-1B petition as a Security Consultant?
You'll need academic transcripts and your degree certificate, a detailed offer letter specifying the degree requirement for the role, and professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH if your employer lists them as requirements. If your degree field isn't an exact match for the role, a credentials evaluation and a letter from your employer explaining the educational requirement helps address potential USCIS requests for evidence.