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IT Support Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition. Sponsorship is permanent residency, not a temporary status, and IT support roles with specialized systems experience regularly clear the prevailing-wage and specialty requirements.
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The Information Technology Department is responsible for the Firm's computer and telephone systems. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst is responsible for installing, supporting, maintaining and tracking all firm computer and telephone equipment, as well as supporting Firm applications and Desktop Operating Systems in a network environment. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst also serves as a lead to the local operations team, provides mentorship to less experienced team members, supports process improvement, and assists the IT Operations Manager with operational priorities. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst role is an office-based position that requires a consistent on-site presence to effectively support users, technology infrastructure, office operations, and business initiatives, with a particular focus on outstanding customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of technology processes or procedures with notable complexity and may perform advanced or highly specialized technology processes or procedures; may provide formal guidance to others with less experience.
- Serve as a senior local resource lead for AV conferences, including web-enabled meetings as directed by the AV Technical Lead Engineer.
- Provide support for firm approved mobile devices, including, but not limited to, Apple iPhone and Android devices.
- Manage accurate hardware asset inventory for all desktops, laptops and monitors including loaner and spare equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
- Support moves (e.g., office moves, moving printers, computers, monitors and other hardware), equipment additions and changes, including setup of new user hardware and maintenance of existing hardware.
- Manage accurate printer inventory and promptly inform the account manager of any adds, moves and changes as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
- Provide second level support for the Service Desk including after-hours on-call duties.
- Assure effective end-user support for Firm standard applications and peripheral hardware.
- Accurately document support requests, troubleshooting steps, resolutions, escalations, and knowledge base updates in the Service Desk call tracking system.
- Research possible issue resolutions with tools available, including the use of the Internet and other on-line knowledge bases.
- Maintain technical proficiency by participating in in-house technical training programs as well as external programs.
- Continue to develop skills, knowledge and ability to improve processes and procedures, and keep updated on trends and developments in the industry, including meeting annual personal development goals.
- Provide solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently based on existing precedents or procedures.
- Serve as an escalation point for unusual or complex procedural or process-related problems.
- Some travel may be required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of network protocols specifically TCP/IP, printers and peripherals.
- Strong understanding of the Firm’s technology environment, with the ability to anticipate impact of changes to processes and procedures.
- Solid knowledge of mobile devices and experience with troubleshooting.
- Solid understanding of LAN/WAN configurations and knowledge of Windows networking and remote access technologies including VPN.
- Knowledge of all current versions of MS Office Suite, O365, Windows Operating System, Exchange environment and Active Directory.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys and staff at all levels and work well as part of a team.
- Ability to independently develop and document operational procedures.
- Ability to complete work with a limited degree of supervision.
- Ability to explain complex technical information including interdependencies within own team and other related teams as well as anticipate questions.
- Ability to anticipate issues and can serve as an escalation point for unusual or complex problems.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Minimum of six (6) years of experience in information technology working in a law firm or other professional services environment.
- Demonstrated experience with hardware and software troubleshooting procedures.
- Microsoft certifications preferred.
#LI-Hybrid
The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.
This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.
This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.
Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, market, education, training, and/or experience.
Hiring Salary Range:
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00
We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future.
We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team!
The Information Technology Department is responsible for the Firm's computer and telephone systems. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst is responsible for installing, supporting, maintaining and tracking all firm computer and telephone equipment, as well as supporting Firm applications and Desktop Operating Systems in a network environment. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst also serves as a lead to the local operations team, provides mentorship to less experienced team members, supports process improvement, and assists the IT Operations Manager with operational priorities. The Senior IT Technical Support Analyst role is an office-based position that requires a consistent on-site presence to effectively support users, technology infrastructure, office operations, and business initiatives, with a particular focus on outstanding customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of technology processes or procedures with notable complexity and may perform advanced or highly specialized technology processes or procedures; may provide formal guidance to others with less experience.
- Serve as a senior local resource lead for AV conferences, including web-enabled meetings as directed by the AV Technical Lead Engineer.
- Provide support for firm approved mobile devices, including, but not limited to, Apple iPhone and Android devices.
- Manage accurate hardware asset inventory for all desktops, laptops and monitors including loaner and spare equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
- Support moves (e.g., office moves, moving printers, computers, monitors and other hardware), equipment additions and changes, including setup of new user hardware and maintenance of existing hardware.
- Manage accurate printer inventory and promptly inform the account manager of any adds, moves and changes as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
- Provide second level support for the Service Desk including after-hours on-call duties.
- Assure effective end-user support for Firm standard applications and peripheral hardware.
- Accurately document support requests, troubleshooting steps, resolutions, escalations, and knowledge base updates in the Service Desk call tracking system.
- Research possible issue resolutions with tools available, including the use of the Internet and other on-line knowledge bases.
- Maintain technical proficiency by participating in in-house technical training programs as well as external programs.
- Continue to develop skills, knowledge and ability to improve processes and procedures, and keep updated on trends and developments in the industry, including meeting annual personal development goals.
- Provide solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently based on existing precedents or procedures.
- Serve as an escalation point for unusual or complex procedural or process-related problems.
- Some travel may be required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of network protocols specifically TCP/IP, printers and peripherals.
- Strong understanding of the Firm’s technology environment, with the ability to anticipate impact of changes to processes and procedures.
- Solid knowledge of mobile devices and experience with troubleshooting.
- Solid understanding of LAN/WAN configurations and knowledge of Windows networking and remote access technologies including VPN.
- Knowledge of all current versions of MS Office Suite, O365, Windows Operating System, Exchange environment and Active Directory.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys and staff at all levels and work well as part of a team.
- Ability to independently develop and document operational procedures.
- Ability to complete work with a limited degree of supervision.
- Ability to explain complex technical information including interdependencies within own team and other related teams as well as anticipate questions.
- Ability to anticipate issues and can serve as an escalation point for unusual or complex problems.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Minimum of six (6) years of experience in information technology working in a law firm or other professional services environment.
- Demonstrated experience with hardware and software troubleshooting procedures.
- Microsoft certifications preferred.
#LI-Hybrid
The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.
This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.
This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.
Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, market, education, training, and/or experience.
Hiring Salary Range:
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an IT Support Specialist
Align your resume with PERM job requirements
Your resume must match the minimum requirements the employer will list in the PERM application exactly. If your credentials exceed those requirements, document only what the role needs to avoid PERM denial for overly restrictive qualifications.
Target employers already running PERM audits
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for IT support roles. Employers with prior IT Support Specialist certifications have established workflows and legal counsel, which shortens your path to a filed petition.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
Use O*NET to confirm whether your IT Support Specialist duties align with the Job Zone 3 or Job Zone 4 classification. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree and specialized networking or cloud systems experience are more likely to qualify for EB-2 than general helpdesk positions.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter
Ask employers to commit to a PERM start date in writing before you sign. Many IT support candidates accept offers assuming sponsorship will begin immediately, then wait 18 months or more before the employer files, losing priority date time.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter IT Support Specialist roles by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history. This surfaces companies already running employment-based green card programs, not just those open to sponsorship in theory.
Request a prevailing-wage determination before PERM starts
Your employer must submit a prevailing-wage request to the OFLC Wage Search before advertising the role. Confirm they've done this early and that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL wage level for your work location, as underpaid offers get rejected.
Green Card IT Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Support Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most IT Support Specialist roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, particularly when the position requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of specialized experience. Roles with advanced degree requirements or specialized cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise systems responsibilities may qualify under EB-2. The specific duties and minimum requirements the employer documents in the PERM application determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for IT Support Specialists?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries, and your status does not expire as long as your application progresses. The tradeoff is time: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to five years, compared to a faster H-1B petition.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for IT support roles?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process through DOL to confirm no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For IT Support Specialist roles, that typically includes posting the job for 30 days, documenting candidate rejections with specific lawful reasons, and submitting the completed ETA 9089 form to OFLC. Audit rates are higher for IT roles, so documentation must be precise.
How can I find IT Support Specialist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search IT Support Specialist roles filtered by employers with confirmed PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already sponsored workers in similar roles rather than hoping a new employer will start a process. This significantly reduces the time between offer and filing.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed for an IT Support Specialist role?
You can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current, using AC21 portability, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. IT support roles generally port to other IT support or systems administration roles. Changing employers before I-140 approval means starting PERM over from the beginning with the new company.