H-1B Visa Security Specialist Jobs

Security Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, information security, or a directly related field. Employers in defense contracting, financial services, and healthcare IT are among the most active H-1B filers for this occupation.

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Global Information Technology
IT Security Specialist I
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Global Information Technology
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IT Security Specialist I
Global Information Technology
Detroit, Michigan
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Wayne State University
System Security Specialist
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Wayne State University
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System Security Specialist
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity Operations
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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City National Bank
Invst Operations Securities Specialist
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City National Bank
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Invst Operations Securities Specialist
City National Bank
Newark, Delaware
Finance
Accounting
Investment Operations
$24 - $36/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Medical University of South Carolina
Information Security Specialist/Analyst II
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Medical University of South Carolina
Added 1w ago
Information Security Specialist/Analyst II
Medical University of South Carolina
South Carolina
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Security Engineering
Compliance & Risk
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cook Systems
Data Security Specialist
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Cook Systems
Added 1w ago
Data Security Specialist
Cook Systems
Greater Orlando
Cybersecurity
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
On-Site
Bachelor's

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

Verify your role meets specialty occupation criteria

Pull the O*NET profile for Security Specialist and confirm your job duties align with the degree requirement USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation status. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree field are the most common H-1B denial trigger for security positions.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Search for companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for security-related job titles using Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL LCA filing data by occupation so you can identify employers with a proven H-1B track record before applying.

Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer

Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify your salary meets that threshold, and knowing the number protects you from underpayment.

Clarify security clearance eligibility with your employer early

Many Security Specialist roles require a U.S. security clearance, which H-1B holders can hold but must be sponsored for by a U.S. employer. Confirm clearance eligibility and sponsorship intent before the offer stage to avoid post-hire complications.

Document your degree equivalency if your credential is foreign

USCIS accepts foreign three-year degrees for H-1B purposes when a credential evaluation confirms equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files the I-129 petition.

Time your H-1B filing around the lottery registration window

H-1B cap-subject petitions must be registered between March 1 and March 20 each fiscal year. If you're moving from OPT, confirm your employer's readiness to file well before that window closes, and factor the October 1 start date into your job timeline.

H-1B Visa Security Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Security Specialist role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?

Yes, if the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information security, computer science, or a closely related field. The degree requirement must be specific to the role. If your employer's job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, USCIS may issue an RFE challenging specialty occupation status. Review the O*NET profile for your SOC code to confirm the standard entry requirement.

Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Security Specialists?

Defense contractors, federal IT services firms, financial institutions, and large healthcare systems are among the most consistent H-1B filers for security-focused roles. These sectors face regulatory requirements that drive demand for credentialed security professionals and have established processes for sponsoring foreign nationals. You can browse verified H-1B-sponsoring employers in this field on Migrate Mate.

Can an H-1B holder obtain a U.S. security clearance?

H-1B holders are eligible to be sponsored for a security clearance by a U.S. employer, but approval is not guaranteed and depends on the agency, the clearance level, and the individual's ties to foreign nationals or governments. Secret and Top Secret clearances require adjudication that can take months to years. Discuss clearance eligibility directly with your prospective employer before accepting an offer, since many Security Specialist roles require it as a condition of employment.

What happens to my H-1B status if my security role is terminated?

You enter a 60-day grace period following termination, during which you can remain in the U.S. to find a new sponsor, change status, or prepare to depart. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends for you to continue working. USCIS requires the new petition to be properly filed, not just received, before your authorization lapses.

How does prevailing wage apply to Security Specialist H-1B petitions?

Your employer's Labor Condition Application must certify they will pay you at least the prevailing wage for your job title, SOC code, and work location. The DOL sets four wage levels based on experience and responsibility. Security Specialists placed at a lower wage level than their actual duties warrant is a common LCA compliance issue. Use the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage to verify the applicable wage floor.