Cybersecurity Jobs in California with E-3 Sponsorship

California is one of the top states for E-3 cybersecurity jobs, with major employers like Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, and Cisco regularly hiring for roles that qualify under the E-3 specialty occupation standard. Opportunities are concentrated in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Jose, and Los Angeles, spanning enterprise security, cloud infrastructure, and threat intelligence.

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Overview

Open Jobs286+
Top Visa TypeE-3
Work Type84% On-site
Salary Range$145K – $226K
Top LocationSanta Clara, CA
Most JobsPalo Alto Networks

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Palo Alto Networks
Senior Product Manager
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Palo Alto Networks
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Senior Product Manager
Palo Alto Networks
Santa Clara, California
Product Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Customer Success
Business Strategy
$148,700/yr - $240,525/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cisco
Principal Software Engineer
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Principal Software Engineer
Cisco
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$222,900/yr - $381,600/yr
On-Site
12+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Obsidian Security
Senior DevOps Engineer
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Obsidian Security
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Senior DevOps Engineer
Obsidian Security
Palo Alto, California
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
$150,000/yr - $209,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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ADT
Service Technician
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Service Technician
ADT
Chatsworth, California
Customer Service & Support
Technical Product & Program Management
Maintenance & Repair
On-Site
High School

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Kastle Systems
Business Development Manager
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Kastle Systems
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Business Development Manager
Kastle Systems
San Francisco, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Property Management
$75,000/yr - $120,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Job Roles in Cybersecurity in California

Software Engineering92 jobs
Backend Engineering58 jobs
Sales53 jobs
Project & Program Management52 jobs
Technical Product & Program Management48 jobs
Inside Sales47 jobs
Business Strategy46 jobs
Customer Success45 jobs
Strategy & Corporate Development45 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)44 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which cybersecurity companies in California sponsor E-3 visas?

Several large technology and security firms in California have established E-3 sponsorship programs, including Palo Alto Networks, Crowdstrike, Cisco, Google, and Apple. Defense contractors and financial institutions with California offices, such as Northrop Grumman and Wells Fargo, also hire for cybersecurity roles. Sponsorship availability varies by role, team, and hiring cycle, so confirming directly with each employer is important.

Which cities in California have the most cybersecurity E-3 sponsorship jobs?

The San Francisco Bay Area, including San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco itself, concentrates the largest share of cybersecurity E-3 positions in California, driven by the density of technology companies headquartered there. Los Angeles is a secondary hub, with growing demand in defense technology, fintech, and entertainment security. San Diego has a notable cluster of defense-focused cybersecurity employers.

What types of cybersecurity roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in California?

Roles that typically qualify under the E-3 specialty occupation standard include security engineer, penetration tester, security analyst, cloud security architect, identity and access management engineer, and threat intelligence analyst. Each role generally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a closely related field. Roles where any bachelor's degree field is accepted, regardless of relevance, are less likely to meet the specialty occupation definition.

How do I find cybersecurity E-3 sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter by visa type, industry, and state to surface cybersecurity roles in California where employers have indicated E-3 sponsorship. Because E-3 sponsorship is not always listed in standard job postings, using Migrate Mate helps narrow your search to employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring Australian nationals in technical roles.

Are there any California-specific considerations for E-3 cybersecurity sponsorship?

California's strong worker protections mean employers are familiar with detailed employment agreements, which can work in your favor when negotiating E-3 terms. Security clearance roles are common in Southern California's defense corridor, but clearance eligibility for non-citizens can complicate hiring. Some smaller California startups may not yet have experience with E-3 sponsorship, so targeting established tech firms or those with prior Australian hires can improve your chances.

What is the prevailing wage for E-3 cybersecurity jobs in California?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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