J-1 Visa Security Manager Jobs
Security Manager roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, with sponsorship issued by a State Department-designated organization. Host employers in corporate security, critical infrastructure, and government contracting regularly work with exchange visitors in this field.
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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
What you’ll do
Information Security is part of everything that businesses deliver today, and is a multi-faceted, ever-evolving field. Our 10-week paid internship will provide you with foundational experience and skill development through a mix of on-the-job training, mentorship, a community of peers and advisors, and a pathway to our full-time Information Security Rotation Program upon graduation.
As an Information Security Intern, you will:
- Get hands-on experience working on information security initiatives that impact the business.
- Enhance your understanding and learn the foundations of banking technology related to information security practices.
- Develop technical and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives.
- Build a supportive community of peers through a variety of cohort strengthening activities such as social events, volunteer days, and development workshops.
Who we’re looking for
Are you interested in protecting and defending against the most modern technological threats facing our world? If you are curious and like being on the cutting-edge of new security technologies to protect applications and systems, then our information security internship might be right for you!
Basic qualifications:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science/engineering, management information systems, or similar majors with a target graduation date of December 2027 or spring 2028.
- Basic understanding of information security and technology terms, concepts, and applications through relevant coursework or projects in network security, access and authorization, security risk management, cloud computing, fundamentals of cryptography, or development coding course (i.e., Python or similar).
- Ability to start internship program on June 7, 2027.
- Ability to work in-person at our U.S. Bank location in Cincinnati, OH.
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think and work independently within a professional setting.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Flexibility to work within a multi-discipline team and receive dynamic on-the-job training.
- Highly organized; ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Experiences that required ability to demonstrate grit, customer experience, managing multiple priorities, and comfort with urgency.
Internship benefits:
- Meaningful, hands-on work that impacts the business.
- Networking opportunities with senior leadership, U.S. Bank team members, and interns.
- Potential for a full-time offer upon graduation into a rotational program.
Working model and hours: This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week, while having flexibility on their work location for the other working days. Interns work approximately 40 hours each week during the internship.
The application process
If you are interested in applying and learning more, click on the Apply Now icon to submit your application.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.39
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Security Manager
Document your security credentials before applying
Gather certifications like CPP, PSP, or CISSP alongside transcripts and employment records proving security management experience. J-1 Trainee and Specialist programs require verifiable professional background, and gaps in documentation delay DS-2019 issuance.
Target host employers in regulated industries
Corporate security departments at financial institutions, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators are most accustomed to hosting J-1 exchange visitors. These organizations already maintain compliance frameworks that align with the structured training plans J-1 programs require.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-compatible Security Manager roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter for Security Manager positions at U.S. employers open to exchange visitor arrangements. It surfaces roles by employer type and sponsorship history, saving you from applying to hosts unfamiliar with the J-1 process.
Clarify whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
If your J-1 program is government-funded or your home country lists your occupation as in shortage, you may be subject to the two-year home country physical presence requirement. Confirm your status with the designated sponsor before accepting a host offer.
Ask the host employer to confirm its training plan capacity
The J-1 Trainee and Specialist programs require a detailed training plan signed by both you and the host supervisor. Security Manager roles must map learning objectives to specific competencies, so confirm the host can articulate this structure before the designated sponsor reviews your application.
Verify the designated sponsor's category eligibility
Not every State Department-designated sponsor administers the Specialist or Trainee category for security-related fields. Contact your shortlisted sponsor directly to confirm it accepts security management placements before submitting any program application materials.
Security Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Security Manager role?
Most Security Manager positions fall under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you have a relevant degree and less than one year of post-degree work experience, or if you lack a degree but have at least five years of security management experience. Specialist applies to established professionals with recognized expertise who are coming to the U.S. for a focused skills exchange rather than structured training.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Security Manager position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or CIEE issue the DS-2019 form, monitor your program compliance, and serve as the legal sponsor on record. The company where you work is the host organization. Conflating the two can lead to confusion during the offer process, so clarify the sponsor's role with any employer who describes themselves as your visa sponsor.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Security Manager?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Security Manager roles at employers with documented exchange visitor history. This filters out organizations unfamiliar with the J-1 host process, which is a common source of wasted applications. Security-sector employers in financial services, government contracting, and corporate risk management tend to have the internal compliance infrastructure that makes J-1 hosting straightforward.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect Security Manager exchange visitors?
It can. The two-year home country physical presence requirement applies if your J-1 program is funded by the U.S. or your home government, or if your home country has designated your occupation as in shortage of professionals. Security management appears on some countries' skills shortage lists. Your designated sponsor reviews your DS-2019 application and will flag whether the requirement applies before your program begins.
What does the training plan requirement mean for a Security Manager role?
J-1 Trainee and Specialist programs require a formal training plan that maps each phase of your U.S. placement to specific learning objectives. For Security Manager roles, this typically means documenting rotations through risk assessment, incident response coordination, and team oversight functions. The host supervisor signs the plan, and the designated sponsor reviews it for compliance before issuing your DS-2019. Vague or job-description-only plans are routinely rejected.