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United States, Aliso Viejo, CA
Date Posted:
Job ID:
R-124749
Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?
Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.
Technical Operations Support (TOS) Analyst
HYBRID: Aliso Viejo, CA
As part of Sony Interactive Entertainment, GDFT is helping lead the cloud gaming revolution, delivering console-quality gaming experiences across televisions, consoles, mobile devices, and beyond.
The Technical Operations Support (TOS) team is a critical component of the operational foundation that enables GDFT to support a global cloud gaming platform at scale. The team provides frontline operational support for infrastructure, services, and internal processes that help ensure reliable delivery of world-class streaming experiences to players around the world.
As a Technical Operations Support Analyst, you will serve as a key operational partner responsible for handling support requests, maintaining operational processes, documenting procedures, and helping improve the efficiency of day-to-day operations. You will work closely with technical operations, engineering, and global support teams while developing foundational skills in cloud and datacenter infrastructure, operational support, troubleshooting, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support
- Acknowledge, triage, and resolve support requests by following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform routine operational tasks and maintenance activities while meeting service level agreement (SLA) commitments.
- Escalate issues appropriately when incidents or requests fall outside established support procedures.
- Support day-to-day operational activities required to maintain platform stability and service availability.
- Monitor operational queues and ensure timely resolution of assigned work.
Documentation & Process Management
- Create, update, and maintain SOPs, knowledge base articles, and operational documentation.
- Ensure documentation follows team standards and remains accurate and up to date.
- Contribute to process standardization efforts that improve consistency across operational activities.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify recurring issues, repetitive tasks, and operational inefficiencies.
- Provide feedback and recommendations for automation opportunities.
- Partner with technical teams to improve workflows, tooling, and operational processes.
- Contribute ideas that help reduce manual effort and improve team productivity.
Collaboration
- Work closely with team leads, engineers, and global operational teams to support business objectives.
- Participate in operational reviews, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
- Communicate clearly regarding ticket status, operational risks, and support activities.
Required Technical Experience (MUST)
- 1–3 years of experience in Information Technology, Technical Support, Operations Support, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of computer systems, operating systems, networking concepts, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Experience working with ticketing systems, service request management, or operational support processes.
- Ability to follow documented procedures while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication & Collaboration (MUST)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to learning and professional growth.
Work Style (MUST)
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability for assigned work.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications (WANT)
- Experience with Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, or infrastructure-related issues.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar ticketing and documentation platforms.
- Exposure to cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud.
- Experience supporting operational environments that require adherence to SLAs.
- Basic scripting experience using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar technologies.
- Coursework, certifications, or training in Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, or related disciplines.
- Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, or observability tools.
- Experience participating in process improvement or operational efficiency initiatives.
Candidate Profile - we are looking for someone who:
- Takes ownership of problems and follows through to resolution.
- Demonstrates curiosity and a desire to continuously learn new technologies and operational practices.
- Approaches work with discipline, consistency, and attention to detail.
- Communicates clearly and professionally with teammates and stakeholders.
- Enjoys identifying opportunities to improve processes and reduce repetitive work.
- Works effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Maintains a positive, team-oriented attitude while handling competing priorities.
Success in This Role
- Consistently meet operational support and SLA expectations.
- Maintain accurate and high-quality operational documentation.
- Develop strong troubleshooting and operational support skills.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
- Build foundational knowledge of infrastructure, cloud operations, and large-scale service environments.
- Become trusted operational partners to engineering and support teams.
Why Join Us
This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a global cloud gaming platform while developing technical and operational skills that can serve as a foundation for future growth in Technical Operations, Cloud Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering.
You will work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to critical operational processes, and help support the technology that powers gaming experiences for players around the world.
Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Position Type:
Location(s):
United States, Aliso Viejo, CA
Date Posted:
Job ID:
R-124749
Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?
Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.
Technical Operations Support (TOS) Analyst
HYBRID: Aliso Viejo, CA
As part of Sony Interactive Entertainment, GDFT is helping lead the cloud gaming revolution, delivering console-quality gaming experiences across televisions, consoles, mobile devices, and beyond.
The Technical Operations Support (TOS) team is a critical component of the operational foundation that enables GDFT to support a global cloud gaming platform at scale. The team provides frontline operational support for infrastructure, services, and internal processes that help ensure reliable delivery of world-class streaming experiences to players around the world.
As a Technical Operations Support Analyst, you will serve as a key operational partner responsible for handling support requests, maintaining operational processes, documenting procedures, and helping improve the efficiency of day-to-day operations. You will work closely with technical operations, engineering, and global support teams while developing foundational skills in cloud and datacenter infrastructure, operational support, troubleshooting, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support
- Acknowledge, triage, and resolve support requests by following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform routine operational tasks and maintenance activities while meeting service level agreement (SLA) commitments.
- Escalate issues appropriately when incidents or requests fall outside established support procedures.
- Support day-to-day operational activities required to maintain platform stability and service availability.
- Monitor operational queues and ensure timely resolution of assigned work.
Documentation & Process Management
- Create, update, and maintain SOPs, knowledge base articles, and operational documentation.
- Ensure documentation follows team standards and remains accurate and up to date.
- Contribute to process standardization efforts that improve consistency across operational activities.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify recurring issues, repetitive tasks, and operational inefficiencies.
- Provide feedback and recommendations for automation opportunities.
- Partner with technical teams to improve workflows, tooling, and operational processes.
- Contribute ideas that help reduce manual effort and improve team productivity.
Collaboration
- Work closely with team leads, engineers, and global operational teams to support business objectives.
- Participate in operational reviews, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
- Communicate clearly regarding ticket status, operational risks, and support activities.
Required Technical Experience (MUST)
- 1–3 years of experience in Information Technology, Technical Support, Operations Support, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of computer systems, operating systems, networking concepts, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Experience working with ticketing systems, service request management, or operational support processes.
- Ability to follow documented procedures while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication & Collaboration (MUST)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to learning and professional growth.
Work Style (MUST)
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability for assigned work.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications (WANT)
- Experience with Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, or infrastructure-related issues.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar ticketing and documentation platforms.
- Exposure to cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud.
- Experience supporting operational environments that require adherence to SLAs.
- Basic scripting experience using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar technologies.
- Coursework, certifications, or training in Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, or related disciplines.
- Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, or observability tools.
- Experience participating in process improvement or operational efficiency initiatives.
Candidate Profile - we are looking for someone who:
- Takes ownership of problems and follows through to resolution.
- Demonstrates curiosity and a desire to continuously learn new technologies and operational practices.
- Approaches work with discipline, consistency, and attention to detail.
- Communicates clearly and professionally with teammates and stakeholders.
- Enjoys identifying opportunities to improve processes and reduce repetitive work.
- Works effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Maintains a positive, team-oriented attitude while handling competing priorities.
Success in This Role
- Consistently meet operational support and SLA expectations.
- Maintain accurate and high-quality operational documentation.
- Develop strong troubleshooting and operational support skills.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
- Build foundational knowledge of infrastructure, cloud operations, and large-scale service environments.
- Become trusted operational partners to engineering and support teams.
Why Join Us
This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a global cloud gaming platform while developing technical and operational skills that can serve as a foundation for future growth in Technical Operations, Cloud Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering.
You will work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to critical operational processes, and help support the technology that powers gaming experiences for players around the world.
Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Support Analyst
Frame your degree as specialty occupation evidence
U.S. consular officers assess whether your IT or computer science degree directly supports the Technical Support Analyst role. Gather transcripts and a credential evaluation confirming your Australian bachelor's equivalency to a four-year U.S. degree before approaching employers.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for employers who have previously certified LCAs for technical support or IT analyst roles. Prior LCA activity signals the employer understands E-3 visa sponsorship obligations and won't stall your offer over unfamiliarity with the process.
Clarify the specialty occupation question early
Some Technical Support Analyst job postings list a degree as preferred rather than required, which can jeopardize E-3 eligibility. Ask hiring managers to confirm the role requires a bachelor's in a specific field before investing time in the interview process.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after receiving your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, from DOL certification through consulate appointment preparation, so you're not managing government portals while starting a new job.
Prepare for specialty occupation scrutiny at the consulate
Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth consular officers sometimes question whether technical support roles meet the specialty occupation threshold. Bring your official job description, offer letter, and employer documentation explicitly linking the role's duties to your degree field.
Negotiate your start date around E-3 processing timelines
E-3 consular interviews can be scheduled within two to four weeks in most Australian cities, but administrative processing can extend this. Set your start date at least six weeks after your anticipated interview to give yourself a realistic buffer without breaching your offer terms.
E-3 Visa Technical Support Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Technical Support Analyst jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards, you can search Technical Support Analyst openings from employers who already understand E-3 requirements and are prepared to file the necessary Labor Condition Application with DOL.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Technical Support Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. The E-3 requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A Technical Support Analyst role tied to complex enterprise systems, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity, with an explicit degree requirement in computer science or information technology, generally qualifies. Generalist help desk roles with no stated degree requirement are more likely to face scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Technical Support Analyst roles?
The E-3 is significantly more accessible for Australian nationals in this field. The H-1B visa is subject to an annual cap of 85,000 and a randomized lottery, meaning qualified candidates are frequently excluded by chance alone. The E-3 has an annual allocation of 10,500 visas that has never been fully used, no lottery, and no cap-related wait. You can apply directly at a consulate once your employer has a certified LCA, typically within weeks of your offer.
Can I switch Technical Support Analyst employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you can't transfer your existing E-3 to a new employer the way an H-1B holder uses portability rules. Each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally. If you're already in the U.S., you can start with the new employer once the new LCA is certified, but your visa stamp must reflect the current employer at your next border crossing.