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Get Access To All JobsNetwork Security Analyst II – RSA Archer Specialist
Austin, TX (onsite)
Contract
Role Overview: Looking for a hands-on RSA Archer expert to design, configure, and support enterprise GRC solutions. The role involves close collaboration with security, risk, compliance, and IT teams to deliver scalable and compliant Archer implementations.
Must Have:
- RSA Archer Certification (Mandatory): ACP OR Level 3 Archer Certified Administrator
- Strong experience with RSA Archer platform (architecture, data model, workflows)
- Hands-on with GRC modules: Assessment & Authorization, Issues Management, Controls Assurance
- Experience in application configuration: forms, questionnaires, workflows, calculations, access controls
- REST API / web services integration (ServiceNow or similar systems preferred)
- JavaScript / jQuery for client-side customization
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain RSA Archer applications
- Build and configure custom modules, workflows, and data structures
- Gather and translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Develop integrations with enterprise systems using APIs
- Configure role-based access, data feeds, and automation processes
- Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure platform stability
- Create and maintain technical documentation (design, testing, change management)
- Support end users with training and knowledge transfer
Preferred:
- Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC or similar compliance frameworks
- Experience in government or large enterprise GRC environments
- Prior integration with ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms
Network Security Analyst II – RSA Archer Specialist
Austin, TX (onsite)
Contract
Role Overview: Looking for a hands-on RSA Archer expert to design, configure, and support enterprise GRC solutions. The role involves close collaboration with security, risk, compliance, and IT teams to deliver scalable and compliant Archer implementations.
Must Have:
- RSA Archer Certification (Mandatory): ACP OR Level 3 Archer Certified Administrator
- Strong experience with RSA Archer platform (architecture, data model, workflows)
- Hands-on with GRC modules: Assessment & Authorization, Issues Management, Controls Assurance
- Experience in application configuration: forms, questionnaires, workflows, calculations, access controls
- REST API / web services integration (ServiceNow or similar systems preferred)
- JavaScript / jQuery for client-side customization
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain RSA Archer applications
- Build and configure custom modules, workflows, and data structures
- Gather and translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Develop integrations with enterprise systems using APIs
- Configure role-based access, data feeds, and automation processes
- Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure platform stability
- Create and maintain technical documentation (design, testing, change management)
- Support end users with training and knowledge transfer
Preferred:
- Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, SOC or similar compliance frameworks
- Experience in government or large enterprise GRC environments
- Prior integration with ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a SOC Analyst
Document your security certifications strategically
USCIS scrutinizes whether SOC Analyst roles meet specialty occupation standards. Certifications like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ strengthen your petition by demonstrating field-specific expertise beyond a general IT background.
Search LCA filings by SOC occupation code
SOC Analysts fall under occupation code 15-1212 (Information Security Analysts). Run that code through the OFLC Wage Search to see which employers filed LCAs for this exact role, giving you a verified list of active sponsors.
Target employers with cleared-facility hiring programs
Defense contractors and federal IT firms sponsor H-1B SOC Analysts at high rates because clearance-eligible talent is scarce. Prioritize employers with active DOD contracts, their compliance infrastructure handles H-1B filings routinely.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified H-1B sponsors
Pull up SOC Analyst listings on Migrate Mate to see employer LCA filing history by occupation code. That filters out companies posting open roles with no actual H-1B infrastructure behind them.
Confirm prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
The LCA locks in your wage at Level I, II, III, or IV based on experience. If the offer aligns with a Level I wage but your resume reflects three-plus years of SOC experience, ask HR whether the LCA reflects your actual level before signing.
Time your start date around the October 1 cap-subject window
If your employer files a cap-subject H-1B petition, employment can't begin before October 1 of that fiscal year. Negotiate your offer letter start date accordingly so the gap between signing and your authorized start date doesn't create complications with your current status.
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Find SOC Analyst JobsSOC Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a SOC Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, SOC Analyst roles qualify when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. Roles framed as general IT support rather than requiring field-specific education are more likely to face a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for SOC Analysts?
Financial services firms, defense contractors, healthcare networks, and managed security service providers file H-1B LCAs for SOC Analysts consistently. These sectors handle regulated data at scale and need analysts who can meet compliance-driven security requirements. You can verify active sponsors by searching Migrate Mate, which surfaces employer LCA filing history for this role.
Can I work as a SOC Analyst on OPT before transitioning to H-1B?
Yes. SOC Analyst falls under O*NET occupation code 15-1212, which is a STEM-designated role, making you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month OPT period. That gives you up to three years of OPT work authorization, spanning at least two H-1B lottery cycles and reducing the risk of a gap in employment authorization.
What happens to my H-1B if I want to move from one security employer to another?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer to a new employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days or is already approved, as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, and you can begin work immediately upon filing without waiting for approval.
How does prevailing wage affect an H-1B offer for a SOC Analyst role?
The employer's LCA must certify that your wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the SOC Analyst occupation at your work location. Prevailing wage is set by experience level, from Level I (entry) to Level IV (expert). If you have significant SOC experience but the employer files at Level I to reduce costs, that discrepancy can trigger scrutiny during H-1B adjudication.
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