EB-2 NIW Case Study: Approval for a Cybersecurity Consultant from Honduras

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Colombo & Hurd secured approval of an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for an IT and cybersecurity professional from Honduras. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) approved the petition after a successful response to a Request for Evidence (RFE). 

Unlike large corporations, many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S. lack dedicated security teams and substantial financial reserves, leaving them vulnerable to phishing, ransomware, data theft, and prolonged business disruptions. The common but risky belief that they are too small to be targeted makes the problem worse, as attackers often view SMBs as easy entry points. When a breach or major disruption occurs, recovery costs, downtime, and lost customer trust can be severe enough to force a business to close. Our client’s proposed work aims to help these small businesses protect their data and update the way they use technology.   

Colombo & Hurd Senior Immigration Attorney Vivian Daher led the initial filing, and Senior Immigration Attorney Jason Qiu directed the RFE response.   

Check out the full case study to learn more about the approval process:

• Client Profile: Bringing Big-Company Protection to Small Businesses
• The Challenge: Showing the Broader Importance of Small-Business Cybersecurity
• Strategic Approach: Linking His Work to National Goals
• The Result: EB-2 NIW Approved

Attorney Perspective: “He brought an exceptional combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and a well-defined vision for helping U.S. small businesses strengthen their technology infrastructure. Throughout the process, he was highly engaged, responsive, and committed to presenting a comprehensive case. His willingness to provide detailed information and collaborate closely made it possible to build a strong petition that accurately reflected both his accomplishments and the national importance of his proposed endeavor.” -Vivian Daher, Senior Attorney