TN Visa Security Operations Center Jobs
Security Operations Center roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Computer Systems Analyst category for Canadian and Mexican professionals. Employers file directly with CBP at the border or port of entry for Canadians, with no lottery and no annual cap, making SOC analyst positions one of the more accessible paths to U.S. employment.
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Security Operations & AI Systems Analyst 2
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM COB - GP - HS - Data Analysis (Randall M Verret Jr. (00001873))
Work Location:
0100 Campus Federal Credit Union
Pay Grade:
Professional
JOB SUMMARY:
The Security Operations & AI Systems Analyst 2 supports secure, reliable delivery of enterprise applications and infrastructure with a focus on Security Operations, AI agent management/security and python integration. This role helps implement and maintain security controls, monitors and responds to operational threats, supports secure automation pipelines, and assists with AI-enabled workflows under established standards. The position collaborates with developers, system administrators, and business stakeholders to improve system resilience, code quality, and secure software delivery and access.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cybersecurity Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure systems, applications, and network architectures.
- Monitor systems for security threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis.
- Develop automated security tools and scripts using Python.
- Support incident response investigations and remediation activities.
-
Ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards and best practices.
-
Artificial Intelligence Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain AI-based systems for software applications.
- Assist in training and testing machine learning models.
- Analyze data and improve AI system performance.
- Debug software issues and optimize applications.
-
Stay updated on new AI technologies and industry trends.
-
Python Development Responsibilities
- Develop scalable backend applications and APIs using Python.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Automate security processes, monitoring, and reporting tasks.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and deployment processes.
-
Maintain documentation for developed systems and applications.
-
Other projects as directed by the Assistant Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
1+ years
Python development. Understanding of machine learning frameworks. Good understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and frameworks. Understanding of machine learning frameworks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity
3+ years
Knowledge of network security, encryption, authentication, and secure coding practices. Experience with REST APIs, databases, and version control systems.
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Thinking – Identifies and resolves complex technical problems. - Proficient
- Communication – Clearly conveys technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Proficient
- Collaboration – Works effectively across teams to meet shared goals. - Proficient
- Adaptability – Responds quickly to system outages, shifting priorities, and evolving technologies. - Proficient
- Initiative - Provides suggestions for solutions to problems and overall improvements to processes/systems. - Proficient
- Security Mindset - Provides options to address potential security threats across the entire system - Proficient
- AI Risk Awareness - Understands and can identify potential risks of AI integration at various levels - Proficient
Special Instructions:
For questions or concerns regarding this position or the associated salary range, please contact Mark Verret, mark@lsu.edu.
Posting Date:
June 2, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
June 16, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Posting Title:
Security Operations & AI Systems Analyst 2
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM COB - GP - HS - Data Analysis (Randall M Verret Jr. (00001873))
Work Location:
0100 Campus Federal Credit Union
Pay Grade:
Professional
JOB SUMMARY:
The Security Operations & AI Systems Analyst 2 supports secure, reliable delivery of enterprise applications and infrastructure with a focus on Security Operations, AI agent management/security and python integration. This role helps implement and maintain security controls, monitors and responds to operational threats, supports secure automation pipelines, and assists with AI-enabled workflows under established standards. The position collaborates with developers, system administrators, and business stakeholders to improve system resilience, code quality, and secure software delivery and access.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cybersecurity Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure systems, applications, and network architectures.
- Monitor systems for security threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis.
- Develop automated security tools and scripts using Python.
- Support incident response investigations and remediation activities.
-
Ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards and best practices.
-
Artificial Intelligence Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain AI-based systems for software applications.
- Assist in training and testing machine learning models.
- Analyze data and improve AI system performance.
- Debug software issues and optimize applications.
-
Stay updated on new AI technologies and industry trends.
-
Python Development Responsibilities
- Develop scalable backend applications and APIs using Python.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Automate security processes, monitoring, and reporting tasks.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and deployment processes.
-
Maintain documentation for developed systems and applications.
-
Other projects as directed by the Assistant Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
1+ years
Python development. Understanding of machine learning frameworks. Good understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and frameworks. Understanding of machine learning frameworks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity
3+ years
Knowledge of network security, encryption, authentication, and secure coding practices. Experience with REST APIs, databases, and version control systems.
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical Thinking – Identifies and resolves complex technical problems. - Proficient
- Communication – Clearly conveys technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Proficient
- Collaboration – Works effectively across teams to meet shared goals. - Proficient
- Adaptability – Responds quickly to system outages, shifting priorities, and evolving technologies. - Proficient
- Initiative - Provides suggestions for solutions to problems and overall improvements to processes/systems. - Proficient
- Security Mindset - Provides options to address potential security threats across the entire system - Proficient
- AI Risk Awareness - Understands and can identify potential risks of AI integration at various levels - Proficient
Special Instructions:
For questions or concerns regarding this position or the associated salary range, please contact Mark Verret, mark@lsu.edu.
Posting Date:
June 2, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
June 16, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Security Operations Center
Align your credentials to SOC analyst duties
TN visa approval hinges on your degree matching the Computer Systems Analyst category. A cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems degree maps cleanly. A general business or unrelated degree will raise CBP scrutiny even if you have years of SOC experience.
Target employers with active security operations teams
Look for organizations running 24/7 SOC environments, including financial institutions, healthcare networks, and federal contractors. These employers already understand continuous monitoring roles and are far more prepared to support TN sponsorship than companies standing up a first security team.
Request a detailed offer letter before crossing the border
For Canadian citizens, your TN is adjudicated at the port of entry. CBP needs to see your job title, duties, salary, and employment start date in the offer letter. Vague descriptions like 'security analyst' without explicit SOC responsibilities have caused denials at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified SOC sponsorship roles
Search Migrate Mate to filter Security Operations Center jobs by TN visa sponsorship status. This saves you from applying to postings where the employer has no experience with TN filings or won't support the process at all.
Confirm your employer is experienced with visa sponsorship
Mexican TN applicants apply through a U.S. consulate and require a support letter from their employer before the visa interview. Confirm this requirement with your employer's HR team early, since some hiring managers only know the Canadian border-crossing process and may not be familiar with the consular application pathway.
Prepare documentation showing analytical not just operational duties
CBP evaluates whether the role qualifies as a Computer Systems Analyst, not a technician. Your resume and offer letter should emphasize threat analysis, incident investigation, and system recommendations rather than solely monitoring dashboards or running predefined response playbooks.
Security Operations Center TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Operations Center analyst role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, SOC analyst roles typically qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst TN category, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and involves analyzing security systems, investigating incidents, and recommending improvements. Roles that are primarily reactive or technician-level without analytical duties may face CBP pushback at the port of entry.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for SOC analyst positions?
The TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at the border in a single day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS adjudication that takes months. For SOC roles that fit the Computer Systems Analyst category cleanly, TN is a faster and more predictable path than the H-1B visa registration process.
Where can I find Security Operations Center jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search SOC and cybersecurity roles filtered specifically by TN visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers who have confirmed they'll support the process. General job boards list postings without sponsorship data, which means you often discover late in the process that an employer won't sponsor.
Can I start a new SOC job on TN status if I'm already working in the U.S. on a different visa?
Yes, but the process depends on your current status. Canadian citizens can often travel to a port of entry and obtain a new TN for the SOC role. Other status holders may need to change status with USCIS before starting. Your new employer must issue a qualifying offer letter before any filing or border crossing.
What happens if my SOC role shifts toward management over time?
TN status is tied to the specific duties described in your original offer letter. If your role evolves significantly toward managing a team rather than hands-on systems analysis, your position may no longer fit the Computer Systems Analyst category. A new TN application describing the updated role accurately would be required before the duties change, not after.