J-1 Visa Security Engineer Jobs
Security Engineer roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Research Scholar category, depending on your background. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and manage compliance while your host employer runs your day-to-day work. Securing a host willing to coordinate with a sponsor is the practical first step toward J-1 sponsorship.
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Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Department
Wireless Communications and Health AI
Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the hourly base range for this position is $16.00-$16.00. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at: Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
Job Description
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Department
Wireless Communications and Health AI
Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the hourly base range for this position is $16.00-$16.00. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at: Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Security Engineer
Align your credentials to J-1 category requirements
The Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of relevant experience or five years of field experience with no degree. Security engineering credentials like CISSP or CEH strengthen your training plan and help designated sponsors justify your placement category.
Draft a training plan before approaching hosts
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan outlining objectives, supervision structure, and skill benchmarks. Prepare this document before contacting host employers so you can demonstrate the placement is structured learning, not regular employment.
Target hosts with existing sponsor relationships
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers who have previously hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in technical roles. A host already familiar with DS-2019 procedures and training plan requirements will move through sponsor coordination faster than one starting from scratch.
Verify the host's wage against DOL prevailing standards
Your designated sponsor will confirm your compensation meets program requirements. Cross-check the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search for security engineering roles in that metro area so you can flag discrepancies before your training plan is submitted.
Clarify the home residency requirement early in negotiations
Security Engineer roles funded by government sources or tied to certain nationalities trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e). Confirm with your sponsor whether your program and funding source carry this requirement before signing an offer.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your program start date
J-1 hosts working with STEM-adjacent trainees increasingly use E-Verify for employment verification. Confirm your prospective host is enrolled before your DS-2019 is issued, since unenrolled hosts can create compliance gaps your sponsor must resolve.
Security Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Security Engineer role?
Most Security Engineers enter through the Trainee category, which suits early-career professionals with a relevant degree and at least one year of experience, or those with five or more years in the field without a degree. Security researchers affiliated with a university or research institute may qualify under the Research Scholar category instead, depending on the nature of their work and the host organization.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Security Engineer -- the employer or someone else?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not your employer. The employer is the host organization where you do your day-to-day work. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, reviews your training plan, and monitors your compliance throughout the program. You need both a willing host and a designated sponsor to proceed.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Security Engineer?
Most job boards don't filter by J-1 hosting experience, which makes the search inefficient. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 visa sponsorship pathways, including Security Engineer positions, so you can focus outreach on hosts likely to engage with a designated sponsor rather than starting the conversation from zero.
Does a Security Engineer J-1 placement come with a two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your nationality, your country's bilateral agreement with the U.S., and whether your program receives government funding. Security engineering roles at federally funded research institutions or under certain exchange agreements are more likely to trigger the INA section 212(e) two-year requirement. Your designated sponsor will assess this before issuing the DS-2019, and USCIS handles any subsequent waiver applications.
Can I convert from J-1 status to an H-1B or other work visa after my Security Engineer placement ends?
Yes, but the two-year home residency requirement, if applicable, must be fulfilled or waived before you can change to H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or most immigrant visa categories. If no requirement applies, your host employer can file an H-1B petition before your J-1 ends. Migrate Mate can help you identify employers with H-1B visa filing history who may be positioned to support that transition after your J-1 program concludes.