Prevailing Wage for Information Security Analysts
Prevailing wage requirements for Information Security Analysts are set by the DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data. Whether your title is Information Security Officer, Information Security Specialist, or IT Security Analyst, the same SOC 15-1212 floor applies. DOL defines four experience levels, and the floor shifts significantly depending on the worksite city.
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Entry-level analysts with limited experience, typically working under close supervision on defined security tasks. Usually a recent graduate or a professional new to information security work. Employers filing at Level 1 must meet the lowest prevailing wage floor for this occupation.
Qualified analysts with some independent judgment and a broader security portfolio. Level 2 is the most common filing level for Information Security Analysts, covering professionals who perform risk assessments, monitor systems, and respond to incidents with moderate oversight.
Experienced analysts who operate with significant autonomy, lead security initiatives, and may mentor junior staff. Typically have several years in the field and handle complex vulnerability assessments, incident response, and security architecture decisions.
Fully competent senior professionals setting security strategy, owning enterprise-wide programs, or holding titles like Information Systems Security Officer. These analysts typically influence policy, manage teams, and carry final accountability for an organization's security posture.
Prevailing Wage for Information Security Analysts by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch how employers classify security titles
Titles like Cybersecurity Analyst or Network Security Analyst sometimes get filed under adjacent SOC codes instead of 15-1212. Confirm your employer's LCA lists SOC 15-1212 so your offer is benchmarked against the correct Information Security Analysts prevailing wage floor.
Exclude bonuses and equity when checking compliance
DOL prevailing wage compliance for sponsored Information Security Analysts is measured against base salary only. Signing bonuses, RSUs, and on-call pay do not count toward the floor, so an offer heavy on equity can still fall below the required minimum.
Factor in the San Jose to San Juan wage gap
The prevailing wage floor for this occupation varies more by location than almost any other IT role, with top-paying metros like San Jose and Seattle far exceeding lower-paying markets. If your offer is in a lower-cost metro, verify the local OES floor before evaluating the package.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 15-1212.00 alongside Information Security Analysts, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Information Security Officer Prevailing Wage
Information Security Officer Prevailing Wage
Information Security Officer positions fall under SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Information Security Specialist Prevailing Wage
Information Security Specialist Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Information Security Specialist for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Information Systems Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Information Systems Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Information Systems Security Analyst is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Prevailing Wage
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Prevailing Wage
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) positions fall under SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst) Prevailing Wage
Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Information Technology Security Analyst (IT Security Analyst) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Network Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Network Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Network Security Analyst is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Security Analyst Prevailing Wage
Security Analyst positions fall under SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Systems Analyst Prevailing Wage
Systems Analyst Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Systems Analyst for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1212.00 (Information Security Analysts). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Information Security Analysts?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metropolitan areas. For SOC 15-1212, it calculates four wage levels based on experience and responsibility. Employers sponsoring a visa must certify on the Labor Condition Application that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean, and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level work under close supervision. Level 2 applies to qualified analysts working with some independence, and it is the most common filing level for this occupation. Level 3 covers experienced professionals with significant autonomy. Level 4 applies to senior or lead roles setting security strategy. Your level should match the actual duties and supervision described in the job offer, not just the title.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same Information Security Analyst role vary so much by city?
DOL calculates wage floors from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so each metropolitan area has its own data reflecting local labor market conditions. The worksite address listed on the LCA determines which metro's floor applies, not the employer's headquarters. Dense technology markets with high employer competition for security talent produce higher survey wages, which is why coastal tech hubs set floors well above lower-cost metros.
What happens if an employer offers below the prevailing wage for a sponsored Information Security Analyst position?
OFLC will not certify an LCA where the offered wage falls below the prevailing wage floor for the worksite location. Without a certified LCA, the H-1B or E-3 petition cannot proceed. If a wage deficiency is discovered after approval, DOL can pursue back-wage liability against the employer. The sponsored worker cannot legally make up the gap through bonuses or equity.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for an Information Security Analyst role in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 15-1212 for any metropolitan area. Select the correct experience level and confirm the worksite city matches the location in your offer letter. You can also review O*NET for context on how the occupation is defined. Migrate Mate lets you filter sponsored Information Security Analysts listings by location so you can compare offers against the local market.
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