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Security Program Managers overseeing enterprise risk, compliance frameworks, or infrastructure protection qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field. Employers routinely sponsor this role given the acute shortage of qualified candidates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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This position is responsible for the oversight and development of applications for use in and supporting Tractor Supply Stores. Additional responsibilities include technical leadership, supervising/mentoring team members, and leading projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Asses and cultivate long-term strategic goals for IT's area of responsibility in conjunction with department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the development and deployment of applications for use by TSC Stores and Team Members. Contribute to the overall architecture of the store application landscape.
- Hire, manage, develop, and motivate store systems team.
- Review and analyze existing applications and system effectiveness and efficiency/develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
- Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Meet with store field management to identify store opportunities.
- Create and define development process for future omni-channel needs.
- Disseminate and enforce functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.
- Sponsor, promote and execute on projects to prototype and pilot new technologies in TSC stores.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years’ work experience, 2 years management experience leading teams.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SLDC) methodology preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, design, development, and implementation of store systems, including POS/mobile applications and/or payment devices.
- Superior ability managing teams working with various programming languages such as Java, .net and C.
- Superior negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Working Conditions
- Normal office working conditions
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends
- Occasional travel required
Physical Requirements
- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
Overall Job Summary
This position is responsible for the oversight and development of applications for use in and supporting Tractor Supply Stores. Additional responsibilities include technical leadership, supervising/mentoring team members, and leading projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Asses and cultivate long-term strategic goals for IT's area of responsibility in conjunction with department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the development and deployment of applications for use by TSC Stores and Team Members. Contribute to the overall architecture of the store application landscape.
- Hire, manage, develop, and motivate store systems team.
- Review and analyze existing applications and system effectiveness and efficiency/develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
- Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Meet with store field management to identify store opportunities.
- Create and define development process for future omni-channel needs.
- Disseminate and enforce functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.
- Sponsor, promote and execute on projects to prototype and pilot new technologies in TSC stores.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years’ work experience, 2 years management experience leading teams.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SLDC) methodology preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, design, development, and implementation of store systems, including POS/mobile applications and/or payment devices.
- Superior ability managing teams working with various programming languages such as Java, .net and C.
- Superior negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Working Conditions
- Normal office working conditions
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends
- Occasional travel required
Physical Requirements
- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Security Program Manager
Target employers with established security organizations
Large technology companies, defense contractors, and financial institutions maintain dedicated security teams and sponsor H-1B visas regularly. These organizations have existing immigration counsel and streamlined sponsorship processes, making approval faster and less uncertain for program managers.
Frame your degree as directly relevant to the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the job. A degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or computer science maps cleanly. If your degree is in a related field, document how coursework aligns with security program management responsibilities explicitly.
Highlight certifications like CISSP, CISM, or PMP
Professional certifications strengthen your H-1B petition by demonstrating specialized expertise beyond your degree. USCIS adjudicators view industry-recognized credentials as supporting evidence of specialty occupation status, particularly when the job combines technical security knowledge with program management responsibilities.
Document scope of security programs you have managed
Petition letters carry more weight when they detail specific programs, such as SOC buildouts, third-party risk frameworks, or compliance initiatives like FedRAMP or SOC 2. Concrete program scope demonstrates the complexity that justifies specialty occupation classification under immigration standards.
Understand the H-1B lottery timeline and plan accordingly
H-1B registration opens in March for an October start date. If you miss the lottery, explore cap-exempt employers such as universities or nonprofit research institutions, which can sponsor H-1B visas year-round without lottery participation, often hiring security program managers for institutional risk roles.
Ask employers about O-1A as an alternative pathway
Security professionals with published research, speaking engagements, or recognized leadership in the field may qualify for the O-1A extraordinary ability visa. Unlike H-1B, O-1A has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a viable option if your background includes demonstrable industry recognition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Security Program Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS has consistently approved Security Program Manager roles as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or a related technical field. Petitions are strengthened when the job description specifies technical responsibilities like risk framework design, vulnerability program oversight, or compliance architecture rather than purely administrative duties.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B as a Security Program Manager?
A bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or a closely related field is the standard baseline. Degrees in business or general management are less likely to satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation requirement for this role unless paired with substantial coursework in information security. Foreign three-year degrees are generally accepted if evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's degree.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Security Program Managers?
The strongest sponsorship activity comes from large technology companies, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and financial institutions, all of which operate mature security organizations with ongoing compliance obligations. Federal contractors subject to CMMC or FedRAMP requirements are especially active sponsors because qualified security program managers are difficult to hire domestically. Browse current sponsored openings on Migrate Mate to see which employers are actively hiring.
Can I use work experience instead of a degree to qualify for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
USCIS allows three years of specialized work experience to substitute for one year of formal education under specific circumstances, but this pathway is harder to establish for specialty occupation classification. Experience substitution works best when supported by an expert evaluation letter from a credentialed evaluator and when the job description itself requires that specific experience level. A degree remains the most straightforward path for Security Program Manager petitions.
How does having a security clearance affect my sponsorship prospects?
An active security clearance significantly increases your value to employers who work on federal contracts, but it does not directly affect the H-1B visa petition process with USCIS. Clearances are granted to individuals, not visa statuses, and sponsoring employers will evaluate whether your existing clearance can be maintained or transferred. Some classified roles may have restrictions that complicate sponsorship, so confirm clearance eligibility with the employer's security officer early in the process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Security Program Manager 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.