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Technical Support Manager roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree and experience. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your I-140 petition, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary status.
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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 a Technical Support Manager
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
Gather performance reviews, org charts showing your direct reports, and written evidence of technical escalation ownership. PERM audits frequently target IT management roles, so documentation proving you manage specialized systems matters as much as your degree.
Verify your degree aligns with EB-2 or EB-3
A bachelor's in computer science, information systems, or a related field typically supports EB-3 as a professional. An advanced degree or equivalent experience in a specialized technical domain can qualify you for EB-2, which may have shorter wait times for some nationalities.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find companies that have sponsored Technical Support Manager roles through the PERM process. Filtering by job title and employer type surfaces companies already familiar with IT management sponsorship, cutting your research time significantly.
Ask employers about their prevailing wage determination
Before accepting an offer, cross-check the role's wage level against the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area. A Level I or II wage designation on the PERM application can be challenged by DOL if your actual duties reflect a senior role.
Understand how PERM labor market testing affects your timeline
Your employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign before filing PERM, typically spanning 30 to 60 days. If audited, the process can add six months or more. Build this into your offer timeline discussions so neither side is caught off guard.
Clarify who owns the I-140 before signing anything
Your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, but if you leave before it's approved, the petition is typically abandoned. Negotiate job security protections or confirm the employer's track record with sponsored employees staying through the full approval cycle.
Green Card Technical Support Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Support Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on the specific requirements the employer sets for the position. If the job requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least two years of experience, it generally qualifies under EB-3 as a skilled worker or professional. If the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, EB-2 may apply. The O*NET occupation profile for technical support managers can help you understand the typical education and experience benchmarks used in PERM filings.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is a permanent immigration pathway, not a temporary status extension. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for employment-based green cards, though country-of-birth backlogs affect wait times for nationals of India and China. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct formal labor market recruitment before filing, which adds several months upfront but leads to permanent residency rather than a fixed-term authorization that must be renewed.
How long does the green card process typically take for a Technical Support Manager?
From PERM filing to receiving your green card, the process commonly spans two to four years for most nationalities, factoring in PERM certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status or consular processing. Nationals from India and China face longer waits due to priority date backlogs. Premium processing is available for the I-140 stage through USCIS, which can accelerate that specific step to around 15 business days.
Where can I find Technical Support Manager jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Technical Support Manager roles where employers have a demonstrated history of PERM and employment-based green card sponsorship. Rather than sorting through generic job listings and guessing which employers will sponsor, you can filter directly for companies that have already navigated the process for this type of role.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on a different work visa?
Yes. Many Technical Support Manager candidates begin the PERM process while holding H-1B or other valid work authorization. USCIS allows concurrent filing of I-485 adjustment of status once a visa number is current, meaning you can remain employed and authorized while your green card application is pending. Your employer files PERM and I-140 independently of your current visa status, so starting early is advisable.