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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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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.
General Purpose
Monitor physical and cybersecurity events and take the appropriate action to either remediate or escalate appropriately. The security monitoring specialist will follow documented procedures to ensure timely resolution or escalation of events. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of major operating systems, cybersecurity and networking concepts, and physical security. Operators will be working in a dual physical and cyber security operations center in a 24/7/365 atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage physical and cyber alarms and alerts based on criticality.
- Provide effective first-tier problem recognition to mitigate interruptions to service by troubleshooting or escalating potential threats affecting information technology and or physical infrastructure.
- Utilize standard procedures to effectively process infrastructure alarms and alerts while maintaining regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and complete required documentation for a given event and follow-up per the applicable regulatory requirement or standards.
- Use monitoring tools to effectively manage the alarms and alerts.
- Maintain understanding of network infrastructure, computer operating systems, security information and event monitoring system and other cybersecurity technologies to ensure adequate defense in depth design across the IT enterprise.
- Maintain understanding of physical infrastructure and access control systems used by the company as well as software and other technologies used for physical security.
- Respond to inquiries and provide problem resolution based on established policies and procedures or past experiences.
- Responds to actual events as required.
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
- Role may act as a lead and train Security Monitoring Specialist I & II roles as needed.
Requirements
- Associates degree in law enforcement, homeland security, computer science, information technology or related field. (Typically three years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate’s degree.)
- Five years’ experience working in a cyber and or physical security monitoring center or similar environment.
- Knowledge of security principles and basic understanding of information security.
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
- Possess superior customer service skills and professional demeanor.
- History of working in a Security Operations, law enforcement, or military environment.
- Effective communication skills including listening, oral and writing skills to process information timely and accurately.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Availability to work any shift, including holidays, in a 24/7/365-day work environment.
Preferences
Knowledge of the following:
- Firewall and Proxies
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Network Switches and Routers
- Antivirus Technologies
- TCP/IP Protocols
- Network traffic analysis
- Common internet protocols and applications
- Database technologies and methods
Benefits
At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.
Our benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
- Life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
Work Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
- Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing
Additional Information
Req Id: 114745
Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY
Department: PacifiCorp General Counsel
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2300-0700
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Grade: 012N
Hiring Range: $61,300-$84,260
Target Incentive percentage 0.00
Hiring Manager: Liesl Schultz
Recruiter: Leon Hammer
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.
It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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POWER YOUR GREATNESS
PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.
General Purpose
Monitor physical and cybersecurity events and take the appropriate action to either remediate or escalate appropriately. The security monitoring specialist will follow documented procedures to ensure timely resolution or escalation of events. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of major operating systems, cybersecurity and networking concepts, and physical security. Operators will be working in a dual physical and cyber security operations center in a 24/7/365 atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage physical and cyber alarms and alerts based on criticality.
- Provide effective first-tier problem recognition to mitigate interruptions to service by troubleshooting or escalating potential threats affecting information technology and or physical infrastructure.
- Utilize standard procedures to effectively process infrastructure alarms and alerts while maintaining regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and complete required documentation for a given event and follow-up per the applicable regulatory requirement or standards.
- Use monitoring tools to effectively manage the alarms and alerts.
- Maintain understanding of network infrastructure, computer operating systems, security information and event monitoring system and other cybersecurity technologies to ensure adequate defense in depth design across the IT enterprise.
- Maintain understanding of physical infrastructure and access control systems used by the company as well as software and other technologies used for physical security.
- Respond to inquiries and provide problem resolution based on established policies and procedures or past experiences.
- Responds to actual events as required.
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
- Role may act as a lead and train Security Monitoring Specialist I & II roles as needed.
Requirements
- Associates degree in law enforcement, homeland security, computer science, information technology or related field. (Typically three years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate’s degree.)
- Five years’ experience working in a cyber and or physical security monitoring center or similar environment.
- Knowledge of security principles and basic understanding of information security.
- Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
- Possess superior customer service skills and professional demeanor.
- History of working in a Security Operations, law enforcement, or military environment.
- Effective communication skills including listening, oral and writing skills to process information timely and accurately.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Availability to work any shift, including holidays, in a 24/7/365-day work environment.
Preferences
Knowledge of the following:
- Firewall and Proxies
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Network Switches and Routers
- Antivirus Technologies
- TCP/IP Protocols
- Network traffic analysis
- Common internet protocols and applications
- Database technologies and methods
Benefits
At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.
Our benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
- Life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
Work Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
- Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing
Additional Information
Req Id: 114745
Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY
Department: PacifiCorp General Counsel
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2300-0700
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Grade: 012N
Hiring Range: $61,300-$84,260
Target Incentive percentage 0.00
Hiring Manager: Liesl Schultz
Recruiter: Leon Hammer
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.
It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Career Segment: Computer Science, Law, Information Security, Database, Equity, Technology, Legal, Finance
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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.