IT Security Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
IT Security Engineers rank among the most consistently sponsored roles in tech. Most positions require a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations, and draw from a pool of employers who sponsor repeatedly across industries. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Information Technology
Reports to
CISO
Summary Statement
An IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer at Senesco Marine must perform a wide range of tasks related to computer hardware, software, and IT infrastructure and project management. This includes ensuring compliance with all safety procedures, company policies, and industry standards including NIST 800-171. The IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer must have a strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and a commitment to completing work in a timely and professional manner. This is an onsite position with expectations the employee will be in office 40 hours a week.
Responsibilities
- Successfully plan and execute IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate with company departments to understand IT needs and provide recommendations for appropriate solutions with supporting evidence.
- Enforce, monitor, and audit IT security policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of data.
- Manage documented asset inventories of all company-owned computer and networking hardware and peripherals.
- Perform database management (including server configuration, optimization, and backups).
- Maintain and secure on-premises and cloud directory service configurations and user access.
- Implement robust networking solutions and remote access solutions (e.g. VPN services).
- Familiarity with NIST 800-171 requirements and CMMC compliance frameworks preferred.
- Must coordinate, implement, maintain, and update all computer systems, software, and hardware.
- Must be able to install, test, and troubleshoot all new computer software.
- Must be capable of diagnosing, and correcting malfunctions in end-user equipment and server systems.
- Must be able to resolve user issues and problems relating to hardware, software, cabling, and telephone systems.
- Must maintain network operating systems; perform system backups, and other operational tasks as needed.
- Must participate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing.
- Must research and provide guidance on emerging technologies and industry trends.
- Must be able to maintain security of the network and computer systems.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and products.
- Must be a self-starter able to perform their job duties with little or no supervision.
- Must be able to identify and report all problems and discrepancies to their supervisor and request assistance if necessary.
- Must be able to receive instructions and perform job duties in budgeted time frames.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be detail oriented to maintain accurate tickets, documentation, and compliance-related records.
- A willingness to learn new techniques is a must.
- Must be able to meet the work schedule.
- Must be able to maintain a clean work environment.
- Must complete any other task or assignment as directed by a supervisor.
Education/Experience
- Must have at least 4 years' experience in Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS).
- Certifications in Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Information Security preferred (e.g. Microsoft Azure Administrator, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA A+/Net+/Security+, or vendor specific networking certifications).
- Familiar with IaaS and PaaS (Microsoft Azure).
Work Demands
- The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves or other protective clothing as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
- The employee must report all accidents or injuries to their supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
- The employee must report to their supervisor any and all damages to equipment, or broken and misused tools.
- The employee needs to work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.
Physical Requirements
- The employee must have vision correctable to 20/40, however contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
- The employee must pass the Ishihara test for color blindness and read and understand safety symbols and colors, (i.e. red, yellow, green, etc.).
- The employee must be able to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.
- The employee must have good balance and the capability of standing on each foot for a period of 30 seconds or more.
- The employee must be able to carry tools or equipment to their designated work area. They could include but are not limited to the tools associated with their trade, or others as designated by their responsibilities. The approximate weight could be as much as 50 pounds.
Disclaimer
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Department
Information Technology
Reports to
CISO
Summary Statement
An IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer at Senesco Marine must perform a wide range of tasks related to computer hardware, software, and IT infrastructure and project management. This includes ensuring compliance with all safety procedures, company policies, and industry standards including NIST 800-171. The IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer must have a strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and a commitment to completing work in a timely and professional manner. This is an onsite position with expectations the employee will be in office 40 hours a week.
Responsibilities
- Successfully plan and execute IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate with company departments to understand IT needs and provide recommendations for appropriate solutions with supporting evidence.
- Enforce, monitor, and audit IT security policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of data.
- Manage documented asset inventories of all company-owned computer and networking hardware and peripherals.
- Perform database management (including server configuration, optimization, and backups).
- Maintain and secure on-premises and cloud directory service configurations and user access.
- Implement robust networking solutions and remote access solutions (e.g. VPN services).
- Familiarity with NIST 800-171 requirements and CMMC compliance frameworks preferred.
- Must coordinate, implement, maintain, and update all computer systems, software, and hardware.
- Must be able to install, test, and troubleshoot all new computer software.
- Must be capable of diagnosing, and correcting malfunctions in end-user equipment and server systems.
- Must be able to resolve user issues and problems relating to hardware, software, cabling, and telephone systems.
- Must maintain network operating systems; perform system backups, and other operational tasks as needed.
- Must participate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing.
- Must research and provide guidance on emerging technologies and industry trends.
- Must be able to maintain security of the network and computer systems.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and products.
- Must be a self-starter able to perform their job duties with little or no supervision.
- Must be able to identify and report all problems and discrepancies to their supervisor and request assistance if necessary.
- Must be able to receive instructions and perform job duties in budgeted time frames.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be detail oriented to maintain accurate tickets, documentation, and compliance-related records.
- A willingness to learn new techniques is a must.
- Must be able to meet the work schedule.
- Must be able to maintain a clean work environment.
- Must complete any other task or assignment as directed by a supervisor.
Education/Experience
- Must have at least 4 years' experience in Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS).
- Certifications in Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, and/or Information Security preferred (e.g. Microsoft Azure Administrator, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA A+/Net+/Security+, or vendor specific networking certifications).
- Familiar with IaaS and PaaS (Microsoft Azure).
Work Demands
- The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves or other protective clothing as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
- The employee must report all accidents or injuries to their supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
- The employee must report to their supervisor any and all damages to equipment, or broken and misused tools.
- The employee needs to work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.
Physical Requirements
- The employee must have vision correctable to 20/40, however contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
- The employee must pass the Ishihara test for color blindness and read and understand safety symbols and colors, (i.e. red, yellow, green, etc.).
- The employee must be able to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.
- The employee must have good balance and the capability of standing on each foot for a period of 30 seconds or more.
- The employee must be able to carry tools or equipment to their designated work area. They could include but are not limited to the tools associated with their trade, or others as designated by their responsibilities. The approximate weight could be as much as 50 pounds.
Disclaimer
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an IT Security Engineer
Target industries with recurring security compliance needs
Financial services, healthcare, and defense contractors face mandatory regulatory requirements, SOX, HIPAA, CMMC, that drive consistent IT Security Engineer hiring and make sponsorship a standard part of their recruiting process, not an exception.
Certifications can strengthen your H-1B specialty occupation case
CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ demonstrate specialized knowledge beyond a general IT background. USCIS officers reviewing specialty occupation claims respond well to credentials that reinforce the theoretical and applied depth of the role.
Frame your experience around specific security frameworks
Employers filing your H-1B petition need to justify the degree requirement. Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 compliance makes the specialty occupation argument cleaner and gives immigration counsel stronger documentation to work with.
Government contractors require extra eligibility screening
Many federal-facing IT Security roles require security clearances that are unavailable to non-citizens or non-permanent residents. Prioritize commercial sector employers early in your search to avoid applying for roles with citizenship or clearance eligibility walls.
Cloud security specializations improve your sponsorship odds
Roles focused on AWS, Azure, or GCP security architecture are harder to fill domestically. Employers sponsoring these positions face less internal resistance because the talent shortage justifies the cost and timeline of the sponsorship process more visibly.
Find sponsoring employers directly through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters IT Security Engineer roles by employers with active sponsorship history, so you're applying to positions where the company has already demonstrated willingness to sponsor rather than discovering their policy after an offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does IT Security Engineer qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. IT Security Engineer consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, or a closely related field. USCIS has approved H-1B visa petitions for this title across a wide range of industries. The key is that the employer's job description must specify a degree requirement in a specific field, not just any bachelor's degree.
Can I get an IT Security Engineer job sponsored without a computer science degree?
Possibly. USCIS allows three years of relevant work experience to substitute for one year of a four-year degree, meaning 12 years of demonstrated IT security experience could substitute for a bachelor's degree entirely. Certifications like CISSP carry significant weight in this substitution argument. An immigration attorney can assess whether your specific combination of education and experience supports the petition.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor IT Security Engineers?
Financial institutions, health systems, cloud infrastructure companies, and large enterprise software firms sponsor IT Security Engineers most frequently. These employers face ongoing compliance mandates that make security engineering a non-negotiable headcount category. Browse IT Security Engineer roles with verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to identify companies with an established track record of filing H-1B petitions for this title.
Are there IT Security Engineer roles I should avoid when seeking sponsorship?
Yes. Roles at federal contractors or agencies frequently require security clearances that are only available to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, making them effectively off-limits during the H-1B or OPT phase. Job descriptions mentioning TS/SCI clearance, government client work, or Department of Defense contracts are worth skipping until you have permanent residency.
How does the H-1B lottery affect IT Security Engineer candidates specifically?
IT Security Engineers are subject to the standard H-1B cap and lottery unless the sponsoring employer is cap-exempt, such as a university, nonprofit research organization, or certain government entities. If you're on OPT and your H-1B isn't selected in the lottery, your employer can refile in the next annual cycle. Some employers will extend your OPT or transfer you to an L-1 visa or O-1 visa pathway while you wait.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored IT Security Engineer jobs?
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.