H-1B Visa Security Operations Manager Jobs

Security Operations Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field. Employers in financial services, healthcare, defense contracting, and enterprise tech regularly file LCAs for this title. The 60-day grace period applies if your sponsoring employer conducts layoffs.

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Work Type89% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
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Walgreens
Pharmacy Ops Lead Fulfillment Center
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Walgreens
New 2h ago
Pharmacy Ops Lead Fulfillment Center
Walgreens
Tolleson, Arizona
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$19 - $26/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Service Delivery Manager IT Security Operations
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Trinity Health
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Service Delivery Manager IT Security Operations
Trinity Health
Livonia, Michigan
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
Project & Program Management
IT Support
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Boston Children's Hospital
Machine Learning Ops Engineer II
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Boston Children's Hospital
New 3h ago
Machine Learning Ops Engineer II
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
Technical Program Management
$94k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Bank of America
Transaction Management Ops Analyst
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Bank of America
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Transaction Management Ops Analyst
Bank of America
Charlotte, North Carolina
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Partnerships & Business Development
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Applied Materials
Operations Mgr I
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Applied Materials
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Operations Mgr I
Applied Materials
Austin, Texas
Manufacturing Operations
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Project Management
$60k - $83k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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

Verify your SOC code before applying

Security Operations Manager roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on whether the work emphasizes IT management or information security. Pull the O*NET profile for both and confirm which your target employer used on past LCA filings to avoid a specialty occupation mismatch at adjudication.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter Security Operations Manager roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this exact title. Companies with consistent filing history have established internal sponsorship workflows, cutting your timeline from offer to petition significantly.

Document your security certifications strategically

USCIS scrutinizes whether a Security Operations Manager role genuinely requires a specific bachelor's degree. Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CASP+ don't substitute for degree alignment, but they do reinforce the specialty occupation argument when your degree is in a related but not identical field.

Negotiate the LCA wage level before signing your offer

Your employer sets your wage level on the LCA, and Level I or II designations for a manager title invite RFEs. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before accepting an offer and confirm the listed wage matches at least Level III for a management role.

Flag cleared-role postings early in your search

Many Security Operations Manager roles at defense contractors and federal agencies require U.S. security clearances, which H-1B holders can't obtain. Filter these out before investing time in applications by checking whether job descriptions reference clearance eligibility requirements.

Request cap-exempt status through qualifying research entities

If you're not selected in the H-1B lottery, universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt employers. Some large enterprises also place security operations roles under affiliated foundations, which can be a legal path around the annual cap.

H-1B Visa Security Operations Manager: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Security Operations Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems. Generic management experience alone won't satisfy USCIS. The petition is stronger when the job description ties technical security duties directly to a degree requirement, not just preferred qualifications.

How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Security Operations Manager positions?

Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Security Operations Manager roles specifically, so you can see verified sponsorship history rather than relying on job descriptions that say 'sponsorship possible.' Filtering by LCA filing data narrows your search to companies with real sponsorship infrastructure already in place.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I'm already a Security Operations Manager?

Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed, as long as your current petition has been approved for more than 180 days. Your new employer files a new I-129 and LCA before you make the switch. You don't need to wait for USCIS approval to begin.

What happens to my H-1B if my employer is acquired or goes through a reduction in force?

If your role is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. If your employer is acquired, your H-1B generally remains valid if your job duties and title stay materially the same. A significant restructuring that changes your role may require an amended petition.

Do defense contractors or companies with federal contracts sponsor H-1B visas for this role?

Some do, but many Security Operations Manager openings at defense contractors require a U.S. security clearance, which H-1B holders are not eligible to obtain. Before applying to federal contractors, confirm the role doesn't list clearance as a requirement. Commercial divisions of large defense firms often have clearance-free openings that do support H-1B sponsorship.