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Product Security Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, provided your work centers on security architecture, vulnerability assessment, or application security rather than general IT support. Canadian citizens can apply at the border; Mexican citizens enter through a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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Get Access To All JobsLEADS Technical Security Auditor (IS1) (20059141)
Organization: Public Safety
Agency Contact Name and Information: Kate Veeley | keveeley@dps.ohio.gov
Work Location:
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio, 43223-1102
United States
Compensation: $34.53 per hour
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Information Technology
Primary Technology: Security Software and Hardware
Position Number: 20059141
Requisition ID: req957
Who We Are
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.
Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location – 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223
Work Hours - 8:00am to 5:00pm; Working days and hours may vary
Primary Technology: Security Software & Hardware
Secondary Technology: Network Hardware & Security Monitoring
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
- Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
- Free Parking!
- Free Gym Access & Walking Path!
- Daycare On-site!
- Cafeteria On-site
What You'll Do as a LEADS Technical Security Auditor
- Conducts information technology security audits of criminal justice agencies in Ohio in accordance with Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) & LEADS security policies.
- Gathers information & documentation necessary to execute security audit procedures; Prepares pre-audit & audit documentation.
- Reviews criminal justice agency application, network & system security controls for policy compliance; Reviews agency physical & logical access to & dissemination of CJI obtained from LEADS; Reviews agency agreements for policy compliance.
- Develops security audit finding & remediation documentation for areas of non-compliance; Educates agency personnel & administrators on security best practices & provides guidance on audit finding remediation.
- Issues, manages or revokes LEADS security sanctions for audit noncompliance.
Click here to see full position description
Additional Information
This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information
- A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
- A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
- To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications:
Option 1
36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Option 2
Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems AND 18 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Option 3
Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems AND 12 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware) are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.
Job Skills: Information Technology
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
LEADS Technical Security Auditor (IS1) (20059141)
Organization: Public Safety
Agency Contact Name and Information: Kate Veeley | keveeley@dps.ohio.gov
Work Location:
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio, 43223-1102
United States
Compensation: $34.53 per hour
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Information Technology
Primary Technology: Security Software and Hardware
Position Number: 20059141
Requisition ID: req957
Who We Are
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.
Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location – 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223
Work Hours - 8:00am to 5:00pm; Working days and hours may vary
Primary Technology: Security Software & Hardware
Secondary Technology: Network Hardware & Security Monitoring
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
- Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
- Free Parking!
- Free Gym Access & Walking Path!
- Daycare On-site!
- Cafeteria On-site
What You'll Do as a LEADS Technical Security Auditor
- Conducts information technology security audits of criminal justice agencies in Ohio in accordance with Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) & LEADS security policies.
- Gathers information & documentation necessary to execute security audit procedures; Prepares pre-audit & audit documentation.
- Reviews criminal justice agency application, network & system security controls for policy compliance; Reviews agency physical & logical access to & dissemination of CJI obtained from LEADS; Reviews agency agreements for policy compliance.
- Develops security audit finding & remediation documentation for areas of non-compliance; Educates agency personnel & administrators on security best practices & provides guidance on audit finding remediation.
- Issues, manages or revokes LEADS security sanctions for audit noncompliance.
Click here to see full position description
Additional Information
This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information
- A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
- A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
- To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications:
Option 1
36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Option 2
Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems AND 18 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Option 3
Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems AND 12 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware).
Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting (Security Software & Hardware) are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.
Job Skills: Information Technology
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Product Security Engineer
Frame your credentials around Computer Systems Analyst
TN visa approval for Product Security Engineer roles hinges on mapping your degree and duties to the Computer Systems Analyst category. A cybersecurity or computer science degree strengthens your case; a general IT certificate alone typically won't satisfy CBP.
Target employers with dedicated security teams
Companies with internal red teams, bug bounty programs, or SOC operations are experienced with visa sponsorship and understand the work visa process. Startups hiring their first security role often lack familiarity with sponsoring international talent and the documentation required.
Request a detailed offer letter before filing
Your offer letter must specify that the role involves security architecture, threat modeling, or vulnerability management, not just 'engineering.' CBP officers review job duties line by line, and vague titles like 'engineer' without security-specific language create unnecessary delays at the port of entry.
Search for TN-ready roles using Migrate Mate
Filtering job postings by TN visa eligibility saves weeks of outreach to employers unfamiliar with the category. Migrate Mate surfaces Product Security Engineer roles where employers have indicated willingness to support TN sponsorship, so you spend time on viable opportunities.
Prepare for CBP questions about third-party client work
If your role involves consulting or embedding with client teams, CBP may scrutinize whether you have an employer-employee relationship. Bring documentation showing your primary employer controls your schedule, sets your deliverables, and pays your salary directly.
Verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment before you start
E-Verify enrollment isn't required for TN sponsorship, but Mexican TN holders should confirm their employer can complete I-9 verification correctly. Errors in I-9 processing can complicate your work authorization records even when your TN status is valid.
Product Security Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Security Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided your job duties align with the Computer Systems Analyst category under USMCA. CBP expects roles involving security architecture, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or application security design. Roles that are primarily IT operations or help desk support don't qualify, even if the title includes 'security.' Your offer letter and degree must both support the specialty occupation claim.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Product Security Engineer roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry, often the same day. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, then waiting until October 1 to start. Mexican TN holders face a 5,400 annual allocation, but processing still moves faster than H-1B. For security engineers with a qualifying degree and job offer, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What documents do I need to bring to the border as a Canadian applying for TN status?
You'll need a valid Canadian passport, a signed offer letter from your U.S. employer detailing your Product Security Engineer duties, evidence of your qualifying degree, and the filing fee. CBP processes Canadian TN applications at the port of entry without a prior visa appointment. Bring degree transcripts if your field of study isn't obvious from the diploma alone, since cybersecurity programs vary widely in how they're named.
Where can I find Product Security Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by TN visa eligibility, which means you spend significant time on roles where the employer isn't prepared to sponsor. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN sponsorship, and lets you search Product Security Engineer openings by visa readiness. That targeting cuts out the manual screening process that makes TN job searches time-consuming.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Product Security Engineer?
Yes, but your TN authorization is tied to your current employer. When you accept a new offer, your new employer must file a fresh TN petition before your first day. Canadian citizens can handle this at the border; Mexican citizens need a new visa stamp at a U.S. consulate. You don't carry your existing TN to a new employer the way H-1B portability works under AC21.