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GIS Manager green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Geospatial management roles qualify as specialty positions under both categories, though per-country backlogs mean priority dates matter from day one.
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You will be a part of the Client Productivity Team within GIS Operations.
The impact you’ll make
This role will strengthen Lam’s Microsoft 365 operating model by providing dedicated leadership and accountability for SharePoint, Exchange, and supporting M365 services. The position will improve service reliability, accelerate issue resolution, strengthen governance and security controls, and provide a dedicated operational partner to InfoSec for Purview and data-protection initiatives. By consolidating these responsibilities under one leader, Lam can reduce operational risk, improve the employee experience, and more effectively deliver Microsoft 365 security, automation, and platform improvements at global scale.
What you’ll do
We’re seeking an experienced people and technology leader to oversee Lam’s global Microsoft 365 operations, with direct responsibility for the SharePoint and Exchange service teams.
People Leadership and Service Operations
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Lead the global SharePoint and Exchange teams, providing technical direction, operational oversight, staff development, workload prioritization, and clear accountability for service delivery.
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Lead major M365 incidents and escalations, coordinating technical teams, Microsoft support, vendors, and business stakeholders through investigation, service restoration, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
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Maintain strong operational discipline across incident, problem, change, request, and service management, including service queues, SLAs, SOPs, runbooks, documentation, monitoring, and operational metrics.
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Provide executive-ready service health, risk, project, and operational reporting to CPP and GIS leadership.
Information Security, Compliance, and Purview
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Partner closely with Information Security on security, compliance, and data-protection initiatives affecting Microsoft 365.
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Support Microsoft Purview projects and operational tasks, including Data Lifecycle Management, retention, sensitivity and information-protection capabilities, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), eDiscovery, auditing, compliance controls, and related remediation activities in partnership with InfoSec and other responsible teams.
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Translate InfoSec requirements into practical M365 configurations and operational processes while ensuring changes are appropriately tested, documented, approved, and supportable.
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Partner with security teams on Microsoft Secure Score, identity and access controls, privileged administration, data protection, external access, and remediation of security findings affecting M365 workloads.
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Establish and maintain appropriate role-based administrative access and separation of duties across Exchange, SharePoint, Purview, and other Microsoft 365 administrative services.
Who we’re looking for
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10+ years of IT experience, including significant experience supporting Microsoft 365 or enterprise collaboration and messaging platforms.
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Demonstrated experience leading technical teams, preferably across global or distributed environments.
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Strong working knowledge of Exchange Online and SharePoint Online, including administration, governance, troubleshooting, and enterprise-scale operations.
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Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and related technologies such as Entra ID, Teams, OneDrive, PowerShell, Microsoft Graph, and ServiceNow.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Purview, including retention and data lifecycle management, information protection and sensitivity labeling, DLP, eDiscovery, auditing, and compliance capabilities.
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Experience partnering with Information Security, Legal, Compliance, Identity, and Infrastructure teams on enterprise security and governance initiatives.
Preferred qualifications
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $114,000.00 - $253,000.00.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
The group you’ll be a part of
You will be a part of the Client Productivity Team within GIS Operations.
The impact you’ll make
This role will strengthen Lam’s Microsoft 365 operating model by providing dedicated leadership and accountability for SharePoint, Exchange, and supporting M365 services. The position will improve service reliability, accelerate issue resolution, strengthen governance and security controls, and provide a dedicated operational partner to InfoSec for Purview and data-protection initiatives. By consolidating these responsibilities under one leader, Lam can reduce operational risk, improve the employee experience, and more effectively deliver Microsoft 365 security, automation, and platform improvements at global scale.
What you’ll do
We’re seeking an experienced people and technology leader to oversee Lam’s global Microsoft 365 operations, with direct responsibility for the SharePoint and Exchange service teams.
People Leadership and Service Operations
-
Lead the global SharePoint and Exchange teams, providing technical direction, operational oversight, staff development, workload prioritization, and clear accountability for service delivery.
-
Lead major M365 incidents and escalations, coordinating technical teams, Microsoft support, vendors, and business stakeholders through investigation, service restoration, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
-
Maintain strong operational discipline across incident, problem, change, request, and service management, including service queues, SLAs, SOPs, runbooks, documentation, monitoring, and operational metrics.
-
Provide executive-ready service health, risk, project, and operational reporting to CPP and GIS leadership.
Information Security, Compliance, and Purview
-
Partner closely with Information Security on security, compliance, and data-protection initiatives affecting Microsoft 365.
-
Support Microsoft Purview projects and operational tasks, including Data Lifecycle Management, retention, sensitivity and information-protection capabilities, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), eDiscovery, auditing, compliance controls, and related remediation activities in partnership with InfoSec and other responsible teams.
-
Translate InfoSec requirements into practical M365 configurations and operational processes while ensuring changes are appropriately tested, documented, approved, and supportable.
-
Partner with security teams on Microsoft Secure Score, identity and access controls, privileged administration, data protection, external access, and remediation of security findings affecting M365 workloads.
-
Establish and maintain appropriate role-based administrative access and separation of duties across Exchange, SharePoint, Purview, and other Microsoft 365 administrative services.
Who we’re looking for
-
10+ years of IT experience, including significant experience supporting Microsoft 365 or enterprise collaboration and messaging platforms.
-
Demonstrated experience leading technical teams, preferably across global or distributed environments.
-
Strong working knowledge of Exchange Online and SharePoint Online, including administration, governance, troubleshooting, and enterprise-scale operations.
-
Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and related technologies such as Entra ID, Teams, OneDrive, PowerShell, Microsoft Graph, and ServiceNow.
-
Working knowledge of Microsoft Purview, including retention and data lifecycle management, information protection and sensitivity labeling, DLP, eDiscovery, auditing, and compliance capabilities.
-
Experience partnering with Information Security, Legal, Compliance, Identity, and Infrastructure teams on enterprise security and governance initiatives.
Preferred qualifications
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $114,000.00 - $253,000.00.
The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a GIS Manager
Document your geospatial credentials early
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications like GISP, and performance reviews before your employer starts PERM. DOL requires detailed proof of your qualifications when it evaluates whether a qualified U.S. worker could fill the role.
Identify your priority date category now
GIS Manager roles typically qualify under EB-2 with an advanced degree or EB-3 with a bachelor's plus two years of experience. Knowing your category before you apply shapes your timeline, since per-country backlogs vary significantly between the two.
Search employers with active green card filings
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can target companies already familiar with the PERM process for GIS positions rather than educating a reluctant HR team from scratch.
Understand what the PERM recruitment test means for you
Your employer must run a genuine recruitment effort and document that no minimally qualified U.S. applicants were available. If the job description is written too broadly, DOL may certify a wider applicant pool, complicating your case.
Verify your prevailing wage category matches your duties
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which wage level DOL will assign your GIS Manager position. A Level I or II classification when your duties require supervisory responsibility can trigger an audit and delay PERM certification.
Track your I-485 filing date for AC21 portability
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days, AC21 portability lets you change employers without losing your place in line, as long as the new role is in a same or similar occupation to the one on your approved I-140.
Green Card GIS Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
What makes GIS Manager roles eligible for EB-2 versus EB-3 green card sponsorship?
EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in geographic information science, or a bachelor's degree combined with five years of progressive GIS experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of skilled work experience. Your employer's job requirements, not your personal credentials alone, determine which category USCIS accepts.
How does green card sponsorship for a GIS Manager differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization for up to six years and requires an LCA filed with DOL. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to permanent residence, with no expiration on your ability to work. The process is longer: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and I-485 or consular processing. Per-country backlogs can extend the total timeline significantly for nationals of high-demand countries.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a GIS Manager for a green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you can focus your search on companies that have already navigated the PERM process for geospatial roles. Many GIS Manager positions are sponsored by government contractors, environmental consulting firms, utilities, and tech companies with infrastructure divisions.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a GIS Manager role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a prevailing wage determination and a mandatory recruitment period. DOL reviews whether the job requirements are legitimate and whether the recruitment genuinely tested the U.S. labor market. The job description must reflect actual duties and not be tailored to fit only your background, which is a common audit trigger for specialized roles like GIS Manager.
Can I change jobs after my employer files a green card petition for a GIS Manager position?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your I-140 has been approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. If you change employers before that threshold, you generally need to restart the PERM and I-140 steps, though you may be able to retain your original priority date if the first I-140 was approved.