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Security Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, covering network security, application security, and infrastructure protection positions. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry without advance filing; Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. Your degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field must align directly with the security role.
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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 Security Engineer
Align your credentials to the Computer Systems Analyst category
TN visa approval for Security Engineer roles hinges on the Computer Systems Analyst classification. Your degree transcript and job offer letter must both reflect a specialty in computer science, engineering, or information systems, not a general IT or business background.
Request a detailed support letter from your employer
The employer support letter is the document CBP officers scrutinize most at the port of entry. It must specify your exact security engineering duties, the business need, your intended work location, and the connection between your degree and the role.
Target employers with active federal contracts or compliance mandates
Companies holding federal contracts, FedRAMP authorizations, or SOC 2 compliance obligations hire security engineers regularly and understand TN sponsorship. These organizations already document role requirements rigorously, which smooths the support letter process considerably.
Search for TN-sponsored security roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters security engineering jobs by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you're not cold-applying to roles where the employer has never filed for a TN professional. Start your search there before reaching out to companies directly.
Prepare for CBP questions about cybersecurity scope at the border
Canadian citizens applying at the port of entry should expect CBP officers to probe whether the role is genuinely analytical versus purely operational. Bring documentation showing project scope, such as architecture diagrams or a role description that references design and analysis functions.
Understand that Mexican nationals must schedule a consular appointment early
Mexican citizens cannot self-petition at the border and must apply at a U.S. consulate. Appointment slots in Mexico City and Monterrey can run several weeks out, so factor consular wait times into your start date negotiation with your employer.
Security Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Engineer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Security Engineer positions qualify under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst TN category when the role centers on analyzing, designing, or implementing security systems. Roles focused exclusively on manual monitoring or helpdesk-style operations without an analytical component can face scrutiny. Your job offer letter must frame the duties in terms of systems analysis and design to support the classification.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Security Engineers?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no lengthy USCIS petition process for most applicants. H-1B visa selection is capped at 85,000 annually and decided by random lottery. For Security Engineers who are Canadian citizens, TN is substantially faster to obtain. Mexican nationals face a TN allocation limit but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely, making TN a more predictable path.
What documents does a Canadian Security Engineer need at the border for TN admission?
You'll need your Canadian passport, a detailed employer support letter describing your security engineering duties and their analytical scope, proof of your qualifying degree (transcript or diploma), and the job offer specifying your title and compensation. CBP officers may also ask for documentation of your work history in cybersecurity or systems engineering to confirm you're qualified for the role described.
Where can I find Security Engineer jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search security engineering roles filtered by TN visa sponsorship, so you can focus on employers already familiar with the USMCA process rather than educating hiring managers from scratch. Employers listed on Migrate Mate have indicated willingness to support TN professionals, which shortens the path from offer to admission.
Can a Security Engineer on TN status change employers without losing status?
Yes, but your TN authorization is tied to the specific employer named in your original admission. Before starting with a new employer, that employer must provide a new support letter, and you'll typically need to either re-enter at the border or file a change of status petition with USCIS. There's no grace period that allows you to begin new TN employment before the new authorization is in place.