Architect Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Connecticut
Connecticut architect jobs with visa sponsorship are concentrated in firms serving the state's healthcare, academic, and urban development sectors. Major employers include Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, Centerbrook Architects, and state agencies active in Hartford, New Haven, and Stamford. International architects with licensure credentials or AIA-track experience are competitive candidates in this market.
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Job Description
The Network Security Architect will design and build the network security architecture our environment runs on, from firewall and segmentation design through cloud network architecture, and will stay engaged through implementation alongside engineering, not hand off a design and move on.
The Network Security Architect role sits within the Chief Information Security Officer Office, reporting to the Director of Security Architecture and Engineering (SA&E).
Essential Functions
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Designs network security architecture from the ground up: firewall policy and configuration, network segmentation, Zero Trust access design, and cloud network architecture in Microsoft Azure.
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Leads technical migrations end to end: assesses the current environment, designs the target state, builds the configuration, and manages the cutover.
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Works directly alongside engineering through the build and implementation phase of every project they design, adjusting the design in real time when engineering encounters something the design did not account for. This role is expected to close the gap between architecture and engineering, not operate on one side of it.
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Reviews existing network security architecture, identifies gaps, and designs the remediation, including hands on work to resolve technical debt in legacy configurations.
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Assesses, scopes, and estimates the work and hours required to deliver security architecture components of larger projects and programs.
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Serves as the technical expert and trusted advisor to engineering, IT, and business partners on network security design questions.
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Documents and diagrams architecture in both conceptual and physical form, including the underlying configuration, not just high level diagrams.
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Works assigned Request Security Architecture (RSA) tickets and related efforts in ServiceNow.
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Stays current on emerging network security technologies and threats and incorporates them into architecture as needed.
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
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Demonstrated ability to take a loosely defined problem, perform the discovery work independently, and produce an implementable design, not just a conceptual recommendation.
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Advanced, hands on knowledge of network technologies: protocols, design concepts, segmentation, and access control.
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Advanced, hands on knowledge of security technologies: encryption, data protection, access privilege design.
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Direct configuration experience with firewall platforms, not solely policy or diagram level experience.
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Comfortable working side by side with engineers through build and cutover, including off hours implementation windows when required.
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Strong communication skills, able to explain technical design decisions clearly to both engineers and non technical stakeholders.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree required Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
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Seven (7) years or more Experience in an Information Security Architect role required
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Seven (7) years or more Experience with regulatory compliance and information security frameworks (NIST 800/CSF, ISO 27001, COBIT, etc.) required
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Network technologies including protocols, design concepts, and access control advanced required
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Security technologies including encryption, data protection, access privileges advanced required
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Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Linux systems intermediate required
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Knowledge of both regular expressions (regex) and JSON intermediate required
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Other Information Security Certification (CISSP, GIAC, etc.)
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Experience using APIs
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Experience with CloudFormation, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager, or GCP Cloud Deployment Manager Templates
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In-depth experience in one or more of the following CSP - Microsoft Azure, AWS, and GCP installation configuration and administration of security features and services
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Expertise in architecting and working in a DevSecOps environment
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Security skills should include areas such as access control, runtime defense /anti-malware, and vulnerability management and etc.
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Experience working with internal business customers, architecting, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting infrastructure security products
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One or more Palo Alto Network certifications required such as – PCNSA, PCNSE, PCCSE, PCSAE.
Travel: 0-10%
DOT Regulated: None
Job Category: Information Security
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
$140,000.00
Maximum Pay Range:
$150,000.00
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For more information about benefits, click here to download the comprehensive benefits summary.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com.
Current Employees:
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Which companies sponsor visas for architects in Connecticut?
Connecticut firms with a track record of sponsoring architects include Centerbrook Architects and Planners, Svigals and Partners in New Haven, and larger national practices with Connecticut offices such as HOK and Gensler. State government agencies and university facilities departments, particularly those affiliated with Yale and UConn, have also filed sponsorship petitions for architecture roles.
Which visa types are most common for architect roles in Connecticut?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for architects in Connecticut, as architecture qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in architecture. The O-1A is an option for architects with exceptional recognition, such as award-winning portfolios or publications. Some Canadian and Mexican nationals working as architects may qualify for TN visa status, which does not require a lottery.
Which cities in Connecticut have the most architect sponsorship jobs?
New Haven and Hartford generate the most architect sponsorship activity in Connecticut. New Haven benefits from Yale University's ongoing construction and renovation projects, attracting firms that sponsor international talent. Hartford's role as an insurance and government hub drives demand for commercial and civic architects. Stamford also sees demand tied to its proximity to New York and its growing mixed-use development pipeline.
How to find architect visa sponsorship jobs in Connecticut?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, making it straightforward to browse architect roles in Connecticut without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. Search by role and state to surface firms actively hiring architects with sponsorship. Pairing Migrate Mate with direct outreach to Connecticut firms known for international hiring improves your chances of finding an active opening.
Are there state-specific considerations for architects seeking sponsorship in Connecticut?
Connecticut requires architects to hold a state license from the Connecticut State Board of Architects to practice independently, though many sponsored roles are for unlicensed architects working under a licensed principal. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage requirements apply to H-1B petitions, so sponsoring employers must meet wage levels set for the Hartford or New Haven metropolitan areas depending on where the role is based.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored architect jobs in Connecticut?
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.