1. Allied Universal
Overview: North America’s leading security and facility services company, with over 10,001 employees and $18B+ in revenue.
Why They’re on the List: Allied Universal is a known H-1B visa sponsor. In FY2025 alone, they filed 10 H-1B petitions covering 10 worker positions. They regularly post roles like Security Officer Patrol Assistant, Mobile Patrol / Security Driver, and Unarmed Patrol Specialist.
Key Roles: Armed Security Officer, Mobile Patrol/Security Driver, Campus Security Officer, Patrol Technology Assistant.
Salary Range: Median ~$47,000/year.
2. Securitas Security Services USA
Overview: A global security solutions provider and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.
Why They’re on the List: Securitas sponsors H-1B visas. In FY2026, they filed 3 H-1B applications (2 certified) with a median salary of $139,443 for sponsored roles. They have filed 30+ H-1B applications over recent years. They hire Vehicle Patrol Security Officers and Mobile Officers who conduct patrols via motor vehicle.
Key Roles: Vehicle Patrol Security Officer, Mobile Officer, Offsite Patrol Officer.
Note: Not all positions include sponsorship—some explicitly state “No H1B Sponsorship”, so check each posting carefully.
3. GardaWorld Security Services
Overview: A global champion in security solutions, employing professionals across the globe and certified as a Great Place to Work.
Why They’re on the List: GardaWorld is a massive international company (10,000+ employees) that hires Patrol Security Flex Officers and Response Security Officers. While most postings require applicants to be “authorized to work in the U.S.”, their global footprint makes them more likely to consider international candidates with the right qualifications.
Key Roles: Patrol Security Flex Officer, Response Security Officer, Security Gate Officer, Surveillance Security Officer.
Salary Range: ~$19.05/hour for Flex Officer roles.
4. Inter-Con Security Systems
Overview: A leading U.S.-owned security company founded in 1973, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial clients on four continents. Employs over 25,000 security personnel worldwide.
Why They’re on the List: Inter-Con explicitly offers sponsorship for Top Secret Clearance—a significant indicator of their willingness to invest in the right candidates. They hire Patrol Specialists and Unarmed Security Officers for critical facilities and infrastructure.
Key Roles: Patrol Specialist, Unarmed Security Officer.
Benefits: Flexible scheduling, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, sponsorship for security clearance, comprehensive training, education discounts.
5. Kent Security Services, Inc.
Overview: A security company headquartered in North Miami, FL, operating in the Security Guards and Patrol Services industry.
Why They’re on the List: Kent Security is a confirmed H-1B visa sponsor with a 100% certification rate. While their H-1B filings have been for roles like Data Science Analyst, their presence in the security industry makes them worth targeting for patrol positions as well.
Key Roles: Security Guards, Patrol Services.
Median H-1B Salary: $65,000/year.
6. American Global Security, Inc.
Overview: A security company headquartered in Chatsworth, CA, operating in the Security Guards and Patrol Services industry.
Why They’re on the List: American Global Security is an H-1B visa sponsor with a 100% certification rate. Importantly, they have also filed 1 PERM application—the first step in employment-based green card sponsorship.
Key Roles: Security Guards, Patrol Services.
Median H-1B Salary: $61,526/year.
7. Axis Security Inc.
Overview: A security company based in San Mateo, CA.
Why They’re on the List: Axis Security is an H-1B sponsor with a median salary of $210,000 for sponsored roles. While their H-1B filings are limited (2 applications), their presence in the security industry makes them a potential employer to watch.
Key Roles: Security services (specific patrol roles may vary).
8. NCC Group (Americas) Inc.
Overview: A security company operating in the U.S.
Why They’re on the List: NCC Group is an H-1B visa sponsor with 26 Labor Condition Applications filed over the past 3 years. They sponsor across 10+ job titles.
Key Roles: Senior Security Engineer (primary role), plus other security-related positions.
Median Salary: $133,000.
9. Acumen Security, LLC
Overview: A security firm with H-1B sponsorship data on record.
Why They’re on the List: Acumen Security has filed 18 H-1B Labor Condition Applications. This shows a consistent pattern of visa sponsorship.
Key Roles: Various security-related positions.
10. SEJ Services
Overview: A commercial and industrial services company operating in the southeastern U.S., providing cleaning and security services.
Why They’re on the List: SEJ Services has been actively recruiting for EB-3 unskilled worker visa positions—the primary pathway for security personnel seeking permanent U.S. residency. The EB-3 “Other Workers” category covers security personnel and requires less than two years of training.
Key Roles: Security personnel, cleaning/maintenance staff.
Salary Range: ~$16.00/hour.
Industry-Wide Context
According to U.S. Department of Labor data, there are 57 employers in the Security Guards and Patrol Services industry (NAICS 561612) that sponsor H-1B work visas, with a median offered salary of $85,000 for sponsored positions. This means there are many more companies beyond this list of 10 that are open to international applicants.
📌 How to Apply as an International Applicant
- Search with the right keywords: Use terms like
"H1B sponsor" security,"EB-3" security guard, or"visa sponsorship" patrol officeron job boards. - Check each job posting carefully: Many positions state “Be authorized to work in the U.S. “—this means they do not offer sponsorship for that specific role. Look for roles that explicitly mention sponsorship or that come from companies with a known sponsorship history.
- Target the EB-3 pathway: Security guard positions fall under the “Unskilled Workers (Other Workers)” EB-3 category, which requires less than two years of training and leads to a Green Card.
- Apply directly through company career pages: Allied Universal, Securitas, and GardaWorld all have active career portals.
- Be patient and persistent: Visa sponsorship is a long process, but these companies have demonstrated willingness to invest in international talent.
Good luck with your job search! 🇺🇸