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Network Security Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 visa Trainee or Research Scholar program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a State Department-designated sponsor organization is the key to securing sponsorship and your DS-2019.
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Amazon internships are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work onsite Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day. Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all ASIC roles at all locations we hire for in the United States including but not limited to: Greater Seattle Area (Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond), Greater Bay Area (San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara), Greater DMV (DC, MD, VA), Austin (TX), New York City (NY), Minneapolis (MN). You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
Do you want to be part of a team that deploys and automates one of the world’s largest and complex networks? As a Network Engineer working within AWS Infrastructure you will be responsible for deploying network infrastructure across all of our network fabrics that supports the Amazon Retail Service, Kindle, Payments and multiple AWS services. You will work closely with our automation teams in defining the tools that allow us to scale at unprecedented volume. You’ll have the opportunity to deploy, scale and automate our network across multiple global datacenter, including existing footprints and greenfield locations. If this sounds exciting to you - come build the future with us!
Key job responsibilities
- Create simple, repetitive deployment processes that increase both velocity and quality.
- Create and update our network standards and ensure that the network is deployed to these standards.
- Work closely with our internal customers on designs/solutions; bringing those designs/solutions from concept to production.
Basic Qualifications
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment
- Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Javascript
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Telecommunications or similar program with a graduation conferral date between October 2026 - December 2029
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologies
- Knowledge of network hardware and packet forwarding architectures
- Experience handling ambiguous or undefined challenges through strong problem solving abilities
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Cupertino - 131,200.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
Company
- Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3134080
Description
Amazon internships are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work onsite Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day. Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all ASIC roles at all locations we hire for in the United States including but not limited to: Greater Seattle Area (Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond), Greater Bay Area (San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara), Greater DMV (DC, MD, VA), Austin (TX), New York City (NY), Minneapolis (MN). You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
Do you want to be part of a team that deploys and automates one of the world’s largest and complex networks? As a Network Engineer working within AWS Infrastructure you will be responsible for deploying network infrastructure across all of our network fabrics that supports the Amazon Retail Service, Kindle, Payments and multiple AWS services. You will work closely with our automation teams in defining the tools that allow us to scale at unprecedented volume. You’ll have the opportunity to deploy, scale and automate our network across multiple global datacenter, including existing footprints and greenfield locations. If this sounds exciting to you - come build the future with us!
Key job responsibilities
- Create simple, repetitive deployment processes that increase both velocity and quality.
- Create and update our network standards and ensure that the network is deployed to these standards.
- Work closely with our internal customers on designs/solutions; bringing those designs/solutions from concept to production.
Basic Qualifications
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment
- Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Javascript
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Telecommunications or similar program with a graduation conferral date between October 2026 - December 2029
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologies
- Knowledge of network hardware and packet forwarding architectures
- Experience handling ambiguous or undefined challenges through strong problem solving abilities
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Cupertino - 131,200.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 114,100.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
Company
- Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3134080
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Network Security Engineer
Translate your credentials into U.S. equivalents
Foreign cybersecurity certifications like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are widely recognized, but your academic transcripts may need evaluation by a credential assessment service to confirm degree equivalency before a designated sponsor will issue your DS-2019.
Target host employers with active security operations
Network security roles require hands-on infrastructure access, so prioritize host employers with dedicated security operations centers or compliance teams. Financial services firms, defense contractors, and large healthcare networks routinely host J-1 Trainees in technical engineering functions.
Search J-1 compatible roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Network Security Engineer positions at U.S. employers open to exchange visitors. The platform surfaces host organizations already familiar with the J-1 process, saving you from cold-pitching companies that have never navigated a Trainee or Research Scholar placement.
Build your training plan around specific security competencies
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training Plan (DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Draft it around concrete technical objectives like intrusion detection system configuration, vulnerability assessment protocols, or SIEM platform management, not vague descriptions of general IT work.
Confirm your program category matches your career stage
If you graduated within the past 12 months, the Trainee category likely applies. If your role involves independent research into network threat modeling or zero-trust architecture at a university or research institute, the Research Scholar category may be the correct fit instead.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Network Security Engineers are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, particularly if government funding or a skills list applies. Confirm your status before accepting an offer, since this affects any subsequent H-1B visa or immigrant visa timeline.
Network Security Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Network Security Engineer role?
It depends on your career stage. Recent graduates or those within 12 months of completing a degree typically qualify under the Trainee category, which covers practical training in a specialty directly related to their field of study. Experienced professionals conducting independent security research at a university lab or institute may qualify under the Research Scholar category instead. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Network Security Engineer?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange visitor status. Your employer is the host organization, meaning they provide the work environment but are not the legal sponsor on record with the State Department.
How do I find U.S. host employers open to J-1 Network Security Engineers?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for identifying U.S. employers whose Network Security Engineer roles are compatible with J-1 exchange visitor sponsorship. Because many employers are unfamiliar with the Trainee or Research Scholar process, targeting companies already active in J-1 placements significantly shortens the negotiation timeline between the host and the designated sponsor organization.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Network Security Engineers?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement applies if your J-1 program was funded by your home government or the U.S. government, or if your home country lists your occupation as a skills-shortage specialty. Network security expertise appears on some national skills lists. Confirm whether the requirement applies before accepting an offer, since it directly affects your eligibility for H-1B or O-1 visa status afterward.
What does the Training Plan cover for a J-1 Network Security Engineer placement?
The DS-7002 Training Plan must document specific technical skills you will develop during your placement, the supervision structure, and measurable learning outcomes tied to your field. For Network Security Engineers, this typically includes objectives around firewall management, incident response procedures, penetration testing frameworks, or network monitoring tools. Generic descriptions of IT work are routinely rejected by designated sponsors, so specificity at the task level is necessary for approval.