Security Project Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Security Project Managers oversee the planning and delivery of physical and cybersecurity programs, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa sponsorship. Employers regularly sponsor this role because it sits at the intersection of specialized technical knowledge and project leadership, two qualifications that are genuinely hard to source domestically. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Modernize and direct engineering efforts for the Transactions/Payments domain from enterprise integration services. This domain consists of modern & efficient transaction enabling APIs that provide our consumers the payment and transactional capabilities needed to serve our clients with .com experiences, customer care representatives & financial advisors who serve our clients. Deliver payment-centric solutions for various consumers to use different payment features with enterprise services that includes vendor decommission and digital NT migration. Contribute to product strategy, defining the minimum viable product (MVP) scopes and outlining the product roadmap. Responsible for technology strategy including tech stack selection and solution design with one payment architecture. Guide technical estimations and managed product budgets throughout the design and development cycle. Collaborate with various partner teams (Multiple Digital teams, Enterprise payment foundation and Payment portal teams, Cloud platform and infra teams, etc.) and engage in vendor negotiations.
Define and implement standards for product OKRs and departmental metrics. Recruit, guide and develop high-performing engineering professionals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position is based out of and reports to Thrivent’s HQ in Minneapolis, MN, but allows for the option to telecommute from a home office anywhere in the United States.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field plus 8 years of progressively responsible post baccalaureate experience as a software engineer, analyst, or developer.
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Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience managing teams with a documented track record of delivery for cross-functional product experience with Cloud hosting and managing products.
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Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in each of the following:
- RESTful services design philosophy, building high performing APIs and writing specs and expertise in Java, and other J2EE design patterns
- Building CI/CD pipelines using SVN, Maven and Jenkins for deployments and releases while aligning to strategy, design, and architecture of platform
- Proven ability to evaluate and introduce emerging technologies through technical proof-of-concepts, including DynamoDB, Redis caching, Kafka stream processing, and serverless architectures using AWS Lambda
- Proficient in the design and development of scalable Web applications and Microservices using Java-based MVC frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring, with deep knowledge of enterprise-grade J2EE design patterns
- Advanced expertise in building responsive front-end components utilizing frameworks and libraries such as Next.js, Node.js, React.js, AngularJS, and HTML5
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure, including deployment and management of services in EKS and EC2 cluster environments
- Skilled in containerization and orchestration on AWS OpenShift environments
- Demonstrated ability to define and implement enterprise-wide code quality standards, including the rollout of automated code quality tools
- Extensive experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon DocumentDB, and Elasticsearch, with a strong grasp of data modeling and performance optimization
- Background in Mainframe data integration, with the ability to analyze legacy systems and integrate with modern NoSQL solutions like DynamoDB
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban), with a track record of successful delivery across multiple release cycles in 1-2 week sprint cadences
COMPENSATION
Salary: At least $214,053/year
OTHER
Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.
The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
INTRODUCTION
Modernize and direct engineering efforts for the Transactions/Payments domain from enterprise integration services. This domain consists of modern & efficient transaction enabling APIs that provide our consumers the payment and transactional capabilities needed to serve our clients with .com experiences, customer care representatives & financial advisors who serve our clients. Deliver payment-centric solutions for various consumers to use different payment features with enterprise services that includes vendor decommission and digital NT migration. Contribute to product strategy, defining the minimum viable product (MVP) scopes and outlining the product roadmap. Responsible for technology strategy including tech stack selection and solution design with one payment architecture. Guide technical estimations and managed product budgets throughout the design and development cycle. Collaborate with various partner teams (Multiple Digital teams, Enterprise payment foundation and Payment portal teams, Cloud platform and infra teams, etc.) and engage in vendor negotiations.
Define and implement standards for product OKRs and departmental metrics. Recruit, guide and develop high-performing engineering professionals.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position is based out of and reports to Thrivent’s HQ in Minneapolis, MN, but allows for the option to telecommute from a home office anywhere in the United States.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-
Bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field plus 8 years of progressively responsible post baccalaureate experience as a software engineer, analyst, or developer.
-
Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience managing teams with a documented track record of delivery for cross-functional product experience with Cloud hosting and managing products.
-
Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in each of the following:
- RESTful services design philosophy, building high performing APIs and writing specs and expertise in Java, and other J2EE design patterns
- Building CI/CD pipelines using SVN, Maven and Jenkins for deployments and releases while aligning to strategy, design, and architecture of platform
- Proven ability to evaluate and introduce emerging technologies through technical proof-of-concepts, including DynamoDB, Redis caching, Kafka stream processing, and serverless architectures using AWS Lambda
- Proficient in the design and development of scalable Web applications and Microservices using Java-based MVC frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring, with deep knowledge of enterprise-grade J2EE design patterns
- Advanced expertise in building responsive front-end components utilizing frameworks and libraries such as Next.js, Node.js, React.js, AngularJS, and HTML5
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure, including deployment and management of services in EKS and EC2 cluster environments
- Skilled in containerization and orchestration on AWS OpenShift environments
- Demonstrated ability to define and implement enterprise-wide code quality standards, including the rollout of automated code quality tools
- Extensive experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon DocumentDB, and Elasticsearch, with a strong grasp of data modeling and performance optimization
- Background in Mainframe data integration, with the ability to analyze legacy systems and integrate with modern NoSQL solutions like DynamoDB
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban), with a track record of successful delivery across multiple release cycles in 1-2 week sprint cadences
COMPENSATION
Salary: At least $214,053/year
OTHER
Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.
The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Security Project Manager
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
H-1B approval for Security Project Managers depends on demonstrating the position requires a specialized degree, typically in cybersecurity, information systems, or engineering. Highlight the technical depth of your work, not just the management responsibilities.
Target employers with active security programs
Defense contractors, financial institutions, healthcare systems, and large tech firms run ongoing security initiatives that justify dedicated project management roles. These employers have established H-1B sponsorship processes and sponsor this title with regularity.
Obtain relevant certifications before applying
PMP, CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ credentials signal to both employers and USCIS that your role requires specialized knowledge. Certifications also strengthen the specialty occupation argument during the petition review process.
Clarify the technical scope in your resume
Sponsorship decisions often hinge on how technical the role appears. Emphasize security architecture reviews, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001 rather than generic project delivery language that could apply to any PM.
Ask about sponsorship before the offer stage
Raise the visa question during the second or third interview, after demonstrating your value. Asking too early can screen you out before they know what you bring. Asking too late wastes both sides' time if the employer has a hard no-sponsorship policy.
Use Migrate Mate to find pre-screened openings
Migrate Mate lists Security Project Manager roles from employers already willing to sponsor. Filtering by sponsorship eligibility upfront saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Security Project Manager get H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, though the petition needs to clearly establish the role as a specialty occupation. USCIS scrutinizes project management titles more carefully than purely technical roles, so the job description must emphasize the specialized degree requirement, such as cybersecurity, computer science, or information systems, and the technical nature of the daily work rather than general oversight duties.
What degree do I need for a sponsored Security Project Manager role?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or engineering. Some accept a business degree if it's paired with substantial security-focused certifications like CISSP or CISM. A degree in an unrelated field weakens the specialty occupation argument and may trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Do defense contractors sponsor Security Project Managers?
Many do, but there's an important complication: roles supporting classified government contracts often require a U.S. security clearance, which is unavailable to non-citizens. However, defense contractors also run unclassified commercial and infrastructure security programs that don't require clearance, and those positions are frequently sponsored. It's worth asking specifically whether the role requires clearance during the interview.
How long does H-1B sponsorship take for this role?
Standard H-1B visa processing through the annual lottery takes roughly 6 to 12 months from registration to approval, including the cap-subject lottery in March and a petition filing window starting April 1. Premium processing reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days once a petition is filed, but lottery selection still determines whether you can file at all.
Where can I find Security Project Manager jobs that sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. Every listed role is from an employer willing to sponsor, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't consider visa holders. You can filter by job title and review sponsorship details before applying, which is particularly useful for a title like Security Project Manager where sponsorship willingness varies significantly by employer type.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Security Project 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.