Success Story: Navigating the RFE Challenge: A NIW Approval for Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Research

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On October 7^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Software Engineer in the field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Software Engineer

Country of Origin: Russia

Approval Notice Date: October 7^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 9 months, 3 days

Case Summary:

When this computer science engineer sought NAILG’s help with his National Interest Waiver case, he brought with him a clear vision: to safeguard the nation’s information systems against both today’s cyberthreats and the powerful quantum-based attacks expected in the near future. His work sits at the intersection of post-quantum cryptography, quantum-secure communication, and advanced sensing technologies, areas that the U.S. government identifies as critical to maintaining technological leadership.

By the time he filed for the NIW, he had built a compelling scholarly record that included 9 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 peer-reviewed conference paper, 1 coding publication, 1 granted patent, and 467 citations. His academic background, an M.S. in Information Security, provided a strong foundation for his proposed endeavor. Importantly, his research addressed a national priority: developing future-proof information security systems capable of withstanding both classical and quantum-enabled attacks.

National Importance of the Research

The significance of his work was clear. With cybercrime accelerating globally and quantum computing poised to break widely used cryptographic methods, his research directly supports U.S. efforts to prepare for a post-quantum security landscape. His contributions, including advancements in blockchain protection, quantum key distribution, and long-range monitoring systems, reinforce the infrastructure required to protect sensitive government, commercial, and civilian data. NAILG emphasized that his focus aligns with federal directives calling for urgent migration to quantum-resistant cryptography.

Overcoming the RFE

Although the petition was well-documented, USCIS issued an RFE questioning the evidence related to all three Dhanasar prongs. NAILG responded with a focused, comprehensive explanation that clarified the national importance of post-quantum cybersecurity, reinforced his research influence, and detailed why his background and accomplishments made him uniquely positioned to contribute to U.S. technological security initiatives. After reviewing the response, USCIS approved the case.

NIW Approval and Outlook

This NIW approval reflects the value of the client’s work in building a secure technological future for the United States. His continued research in post-quantum and quantum-secure information systems promises to strengthen national security and protect critical infrastructure as cyber threats evolve. NAILG is proud to have supported him through both the initial filing and the RFE stage, and we look forward to seeing the impact of his ongoing contributions.

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