Green Card Information Technology Specialist Jobs
Information Technology Specialist 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. IT roles in federal contracting, systems administration, and infrastructure support are among the most actively sponsored, though per-country priority date backlogs mean your timeline depends heavily on your country of birth.
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Under moderate supervision, diagnoses and solves hardware/software issues and network equipment (ie. Printers/telephone equipment) failures. Aids in the research and implementation of new IS related technology. Provides backup support for reception for answering the main telephone system. Provides telephone/voice mail technical and system support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with computers equipment e.g. laptops, desktops and servers (i.e. Investigating server hard disk problems, monitor, mice and keyboards issues). Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with the DSCN network equipment (i.e. network errors, printer/scanner issues, modem communication, switches). Maintains and supports associate applications (RSA tokens, Remote Access). Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors operating systems i.e. installation of new operating systems, errors with operating systems to compatibility issues. Installs department/site specific software. Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors all software applications (including department specific software). Diagnoses and solves special access services to associates. Provides training and assistance for special applications. Provides training and assistance to new associates. Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Troubleshoots any components of the network that potentially are causing problems and reports issue to NAITS. Responsible for performing daily tape back-up function and recording results of the tape backup information for future reference. Records warranty information for computers. Provides management with cost analysis information for budget purposes for warranty and licensing. Conducts software licensing tracking and inventory for DSCN desktops/servers. Cross references access control reports and verifies with department management of correct access control for department associates. Prepares reports for removal of departed associates and archiving of data.
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Researches and investigates information on new (Hardware/Software) technologies prior to the purchase and upgrading/installation. Analyzes information and prepares reports for management. Upon approval, prepares appropriate documentation ie. Purchase order, fixed asset request forms. Creates project plans for implementation of technology/equipment.
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Backs up the receptionist and provides support to related activities.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
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1+ years of related experience
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Information technology diagnostic skills
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Demonstrated problem solving skills
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Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain relationships with an ability to work as part of a cross functional team
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Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
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Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
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401K with 4% Company Match
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Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
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Bonus Program
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FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
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Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
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Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
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Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Career Development and Ongoing Training
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
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Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
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Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Annual Salary: $60,000 – $76,000
JOB SUMMARY:
Under moderate supervision, diagnoses and solves hardware/software issues and network equipment (ie. Printers/telephone equipment) failures. Aids in the research and implementation of new IS related technology. Provides backup support for reception for answering the main telephone system. Provides telephone/voice mail technical and system support.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with computers equipment e.g. laptops, desktops and servers (i.e. Investigating server hard disk problems, monitor, mice and keyboards issues). Investigates/researches/resolves and monitors issues with the DSCN network equipment (i.e. network errors, printer/scanner issues, modem communication, switches). Maintains and supports associate applications (RSA tokens, Remote Access). Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
-
Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors operating systems i.e. installation of new operating systems, errors with operating systems to compatibility issues. Installs department/site specific software. Investigates/researches/resolves/monitors all software applications (including department specific software). Diagnoses and solves special access services to associates. Provides training and assistance for special applications. Provides training and assistance to new associates. Reports issues into tracking/ticket system in order to spot trends and underlying issues.
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Troubleshoots any components of the network that potentially are causing problems and reports issue to NAITS. Responsible for performing daily tape back-up function and recording results of the tape backup information for future reference. Records warranty information for computers. Provides management with cost analysis information for budget purposes for warranty and licensing. Conducts software licensing tracking and inventory for DSCN desktops/servers. Cross references access control reports and verifies with department management of correct access control for department associates. Prepares reports for removal of departed associates and archiving of data.
-
Researches and investigates information on new (Hardware/Software) technologies prior to the purchase and upgrading/installation. Analyzes information and prepares reports for management. Upon approval, prepares appropriate documentation ie. Purchase order, fixed asset request forms. Creates project plans for implementation of technology/equipment.
-
Backs up the receptionist and provides support to related activities.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
-
1+ years of related experience
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
-
Information technology diagnostic skills
-
Demonstrated problem solving skills
-
Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain relationships with an ability to work as part of a cross functional team
-
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
-
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
-
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
-
401K with 4% Company Match
-
Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
-
Bonus Program
-
FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
-
Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
-
Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
-
Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
-
Tuition Reimbursement
-
Career Development and Ongoing Training
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
-
Volunteer Opportunities
-
Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
-
Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
-
Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Annual Salary: $60,000 – $76,000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Information Technology Specialist
Map your degree to EB-2 eligibility
EB-2 covers Information Technology Specialists with an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. Document each role's scope and seniority carefully because PERM audits often scrutinize whether experience qualifies as genuinely progressive rather than repetitive.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history for IT Specialist roles. Migrate Mate lists employers who have filed PERM applications for this occupation, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay the PERM-certified prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers before negotiating, since offering below the certified wage causes the PERM to fail even after approval.
Distinguish federal contractor IT roles carefully
Many IT Specialist positions at federal agencies or contractors carry security clearance requirements. Clearance sponsorship and green card sponsorship are separate processes, and some employers won't initiate PERM until a clearance is fully adjudicated, adding months to your timeline.
Preserve your priority date across employer changes
Once USCIS approves your original I-140, that priority date stays with you if you move to a new employer who files a fresh I-140 for a same or similar occupation. Confirm in writing with your new employer that they'll retain your date before resigning.
Prepare for PERM recruitment documentation early
DOL requires employers to run a 30-day recruitment test before filing your PERM, including job postings, internal notices, and documented applicant review. Ask your employer's counsel for the recruitment calendar upfront so delays don't push your filing into a higher prevailing wage cycle.
Green Card Information Technology Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How does EB-2 versus EB-3 sponsorship work for an Information Technology Specialist?
EB-2 applies if your IT Specialist role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a specialty. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree and skilled workers with at least two years of experience. Your employer selects the category based on the job requirements stated in the PERM application, not your personal credentials alone, so the minimum requirements written into the job description determine which category fits.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for IT Specialist roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every three years, with no guarantee of permanence. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence. The process is also different: your employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country priority date backlogs mean the timeline from PERM filing to a green card can vary significantly depending on your country of birth.
What is PERM labor certification and why does it matter for IT Specialist sponsorship?
PERM is the Department of Labor process your employer must complete before filing your I-140. It involves a prevailing wage determination, a formal recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is displaced, and a certified application. For IT Specialist roles, DOL audits are common because the occupation is in high demand. A PERM denial or audit response failure restarts the clock, so accurate job descriptions and wage compliance from the outset matter considerably.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Information Technology Specialist roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM filing history for IT Specialist occupations, so you can focus your applications on organizations already set up to sponsor. Federal contractors, defense IT firms, managed service providers, and large enterprise IT departments are among the most active sponsors in this occupation. Targeting employers with an established immigration counsel and a history of PERM approvals shortens your path to an offer that includes green card sponsorship.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship process has started?
AC21 job portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Before that point, changing employers generally requires your new employer to restart the PERM process. If your original I-140 was approved, your priority date can carry over to your new employer's I-140 petition, protecting your place in the backlog queue.