Security Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's security engineer job market spans financial services firms in Miami, defense contractors near Orlando and Tampa, and a growing cluster of cybersecurity companies tied to the state's university system. Employers including Lockheed Martin, Citigroup, and Raymond James have sponsored security engineers through H-1B visa and other work visas in recent years.
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Title: Security Officer I - Overnight
Arthrex is actively seeking an experienced Corporate Security Officer I for the Overnight shift to join our team at our location in Ave Maria, FL. The Corporate Security Officer I will work to preserve the safety and security of employees, visitors, and property per company policies and applicable laws. Will need to work 12-hour shifts and will need to have flexibility with their schedule and location for the department business as necessary. Within six months of employment, this individual will need to obtain a Florida Class D, Class G and a CCW permit as this position will require to carry a firearm. Strong problem solving, customer service, and communication skills required. Experience with MS Office and Access Control systems strongly preferred. The schedule will be 7pm to 7am, Thursday through Saturday, with alternating Wednesdays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain vigilance and manage authorized and unauthorized access to Arthrex facilities.
- Respond to emergencies such as medical, fire, theft, trespassing, and acts of violence.
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
- Monitor facilities by physical and electronic means.
- Coordinate the activity of outside emergency personnel and equipment while on the premises.
- Facilitate communication regarding security policies and procedures across the organization to ensure cooperation and consistency.
- Provide assistance to contractors/visitors while ensuring adherence to all site policies and procedures.
- Identify and verify contractors/visitors information via system and/or badge access to ensure compliance to policies and security to Arthrex facilities.
- Follow specific instructions and designated guidelines for different types of visitors/contractors and events.
- Ability to share knowledge and train others when needed.
Education/ Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 4 or more years of experience in a related security field required.
- Complete MOAB training during 1st year of employment.
- Florida Security Licenses D, G and a CCW Permit are preferred and will be required within 180 days of employment.
- Pass psychological evaluation qualification.
Skills:
- Strong problem solving, communication abilities required.
- Ability to work in a high pressure, goal-oriented team environment required.
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks at a time.
- Ability to communicate issues and problem solve effectively with team members, employees, customers, and contractors.
- Working knowledge of law enforcement/military principles or 4 years of similar/transferable experience required.
- Experience with card access, video surveillance systems, alarm monitoring preferred.
Drug Free Workplace Screening: Employees in safety sensitive positions like corporate security officer are subject to drug and alcohol screening prior to and during employment at Arthrex.
Knowledge:
Limited use and/or application of basic processes, practices, and concepts. Limited knowledge of standards and procedures.
Discretion/ Latitude: Work is closely supervised by fellow officers. Follows specific, detailed instructions.
Medical Assessment:
Pass Mental Health Assessment
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Requisition ID: 67639
Title: Security Officer I - Overnight
Arthrex is actively seeking an experienced Corporate Security Officer I for the Overnight shift to join our team at our location in Ave Maria, FL. The Corporate Security Officer I will work to preserve the safety and security of employees, visitors, and property per company policies and applicable laws. Will need to work 12-hour shifts and will need to have flexibility with their schedule and location for the department business as necessary. Within six months of employment, this individual will need to obtain a Florida Class D, Class G and a CCW permit as this position will require to carry a firearm. Strong problem solving, customer service, and communication skills required. Experience with MS Office and Access Control systems strongly preferred. The schedule will be 7pm to 7am, Thursday through Saturday, with alternating Wednesdays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain vigilance and manage authorized and unauthorized access to Arthrex facilities.
- Respond to emergencies such as medical, fire, theft, trespassing, and acts of violence.
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
- Monitor facilities by physical and electronic means.
- Coordinate the activity of outside emergency personnel and equipment while on the premises.
- Facilitate communication regarding security policies and procedures across the organization to ensure cooperation and consistency.
- Provide assistance to contractors/visitors while ensuring adherence to all site policies and procedures.
- Identify and verify contractors/visitors information via system and/or badge access to ensure compliance to policies and security to Arthrex facilities.
- Follow specific instructions and designated guidelines for different types of visitors/contractors and events.
- Ability to share knowledge and train others when needed.
Education/ Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 4 or more years of experience in a related security field required.
- Complete MOAB training during 1st year of employment.
- Florida Security Licenses D, G and a CCW Permit are preferred and will be required within 180 days of employment.
- Pass psychological evaluation qualification.
Skills:
- Strong problem solving, communication abilities required.
- Ability to work in a high pressure, goal-oriented team environment required.
- Must be detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks at a time.
- Ability to communicate issues and problem solve effectively with team members, employees, customers, and contractors.
- Working knowledge of law enforcement/military principles or 4 years of similar/transferable experience required.
- Experience with card access, video surveillance systems, alarm monitoring preferred.
Drug Free Workplace Screening: Employees in safety sensitive positions like corporate security officer are subject to drug and alcohol screening prior to and during employment at Arthrex.
Knowledge:
Limited use and/or application of basic processes, practices, and concepts. Limited knowledge of standards and procedures.
Discretion/ Latitude: Work is closely supervised by fellow officers. Follows specific, detailed instructions.
Medical Assessment:
Pass Mental Health Assessment
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Security Engineer Job Roles in Florida
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Search Security Engineer Jobs in FloridaSecurity Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies in Florida sponsor visas for security engineers?
Defense and aerospace contractors near Orlando, including Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, have a consistent history of H-1B sponsorship for security engineers. Financial services firms in Miami and Tampa, such as Citigroup and Raymond James, also sponsor regularly. Florida-based healthcare systems and large technology employers in the South Florida corridor round out the main sponsoring industries for this role.
Which visa types are most common for security engineer roles in Florida?
The H-1B is the most common visa for security engineers in Florida, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field. Candidates with extraordinary ability or recognition in cybersecurity may also qualify for the O-1A. Those already in the U.S. on F-1 OPT, including STEM OPT extension holders, frequently use that period to secure H-1B sponsorship.
How to find security engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify Florida employers actively hiring security engineers who need work authorization. Rather than sorting through thousands of general postings, you can browse roles confirmed to include sponsorship, covering cities like Miami, Orlando, and Tampa where security engineer demand is concentrated across finance, defense, and technology sectors.
Which cities in Florida have the most security engineer sponsorship jobs?
Miami leads in volume, driven by its financial services sector and growing technology presence. Orlando is a strong second, supported by defense contractors, simulation technology firms, and the University of Central Florida's cybersecurity pipeline. Tampa has a notable concentration of financial services and healthcare employers sponsoring security roles. Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale also appear in H-1B disclosure data for security engineer positions.
Are there any Florida-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for security engineers?
Florida's defense contractor cluster is worth noting: many positions with companies holding government contracts require security clearances, which can complicate or limit sponsorship for non-U.S. nationals. Separately, Florida's lack of a state income tax is sometimes cited as a factor in employers' compensation benchmarking, which feeds into the Department of Labor's prevailing wage determinations that all H-1B sponsors must meet for each specific work location.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored security engineer jobs in Florida?
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.