H-1B Visa Security Manager Jobs

Security Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in information security, criminal justice, or a related field. Employers filing an LCA must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements for your work location, making geography a key factor in your job search.

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San Antonio Independent School District
Security Analyst III
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San Antonio Independent School District
New 15m ago
Security Analyst III
San Antonio Independent School District
San Antonio, Texas
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
IT Support
Compliance & Risk
$54k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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EY
Application Security Engineer
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EY
New 1h ago
Application Security Engineer
EY
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Security Engineering
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$78k - $141k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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MongoDB
Product Security Engineer
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MongoDB
New 1h ago
Product Security Engineer
MongoDB
New York, New York
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$209k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Information Security Analyst
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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
New 1h ago
Information Security Analyst
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Providence, Rhode Island
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$83k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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PacifiCorp
Security Monitoring Specialist III
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PacifiCorp
New 2h ago
Security Monitoring Specialist III
PacifiCorp
Salt Lake City, Utah
Cybersecurity
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Cybersecurity Operations
Security & Protective Services
$61k - $84k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Security Manager

Map your degree to SOC codes

Security Manager roles map to multiple SOC codes, and the one your employer selects directly affects your prevailing wage tier. Pull the O*NET occupation profile to confirm which code matches your actual duties before your employer files the LCA.

Target employers with established security programs

Large financial institutions, defense contractors, and healthcare systems with dedicated security departments sponsor H-1B roles more reliably than generalist firms. These employers already have immigration counsel on retainer and understand the specialty occupation requirement for security leadership roles.

Use Migrate Mate to filter by LCA history

Pull up Security Manager roles on Migrate Mate and filter by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. This shows you which employers have actually sponsored the role before, not just employers who mention visa sponsorship in job postings.

Verify prevailing wage before negotiating salary

Run your target location and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. Employers are legally bound to pay at least the prevailing wage, so knowing Level II and Level III thresholds for your metro area prevents low-ball offers that could also violate LCA requirements.

Get CISSP or CISM before the lottery window

USCIS adjudicators scrutinize Security Manager petitions more heavily when the applicant's degree is in a general field like business or IT. Holding an active CISSP or CISM certification before your employer files Form I-129 strengthens the specialty occupation argument significantly.

Clarify clearance requirements before H-1B filing

Roles requiring a U.S. security clearance can't be sponsored for foreign nationals, but many Security Manager positions list clearance as preferred, not required. Confirm in writing which duties require cleared access so your employer can accurately describe the position in the LCA.

H-1B Visa Security Manager: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Security Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes, Security Manager qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information security, cybersecurity, or computer science. USCIS will scrutinize the job description closely, so your employer's LCA and I-129 petition must show that a specific degree is a standard requirement for the role, not just a preference.

How do I find employers who have actually sponsored Security Manager H-1B visas?

Migrate Mate lets you filter Security Manager roles by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you can see which employers have sponsored the role before rather than relying on job posting language. This matters because many companies list visa sponsorship as available but have no track record filing for security leadership positions specifically.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if my Security Manager role changes significantly?

You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer under portability rules once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days, but if the new role's duties differ materially from the approved petition, your new employer must file an amended or new I-129. For Security Manager transitions, changes in department scope, reporting structure, or worksite location often trigger an amendment requirement.

Does requiring a security clearance affect my H-1B sponsorship eligibility for Security Manager jobs?

Positions requiring a U.S. government security clearance are generally not sponsorable for H-1B workers because foreign nationals aren't eligible for most clearance levels. Many Security Manager roles list clearance as preferred rather than required, so clarify the actual access requirements with the employer before assuming you're ineligible. Roles focused on corporate or physical security without government-classified information are typically sponsorable.

What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from my Security Manager position?

You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During that window, your employer isn't required to pay your salary once the employment relationship ends. Filing a transfer petition before the grace period expires maintains your status while the new petition is pending.