H-1B Visa Decision Support Analyst Jobs
Decision Support Analyst jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers sit squarely within specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree in fields like data science, statistics, business analytics, or information systems. Employers file an LCA and I-129 petition on your behalf, and your status is granted for up to three years, extendable to six.
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This position partners with internal business stakeholders, subject matter experts, designers, and technical teams to develop and maintain data-driven, client-facing reporting solutions. A key focus of this role is translating complex metrics—such as claims utilization and healthcare solutions—into professional, high-impact PowerPoint presentation decks. The successful candidate will translate business and reporting needs into slide requirements, collaborate with technical teams to define data requirements, and leverage specialized reporting applications to build and organize reusable presentation templates within a centralized reporting library.
As a Senior Analyst, you will manage reporting solutions throughout their entire lifecycle—from concept and requirements gathering through design, testing, implementation, and maintenance. This role requires a strong technical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a unique ability to translate raw data and complex clinical information into clear, actionable visual narratives. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, comfortable mastering new reporting applications, and skilled at coordinating dataset needs with backend teams to ensure high-quality presentation outputs.
Preferred qualifications include experience with data-driven visualization, healthcare/clinical reporting, client-facing presentations, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (specifically PowerPoint and Excel).
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and foster internal relationships across the corporation. Provide analytic and consultative support to a broad spectrum of internal customer areas and external business partners.
- Mentor colleagues with less experience on both the technical and business aspects of project and consultative work.
- Determine how decision support systems will provide information required to make effective business decisions, translate requirements into applications that employ appropriate decision support and reporting tools. Use broad experience and technical knowledge to propose solutions to complex business problems. Take the lead in driving the implementation of the recommended solutions.
- Take the lead in defining issues and ideas to be studied as well as the approach (methodological and technical) to be used in addressing studies and projects. Create and/or develop new methods of analysis, database design, and performance measurement or, in some cases, adaptation of existing solutions to new areas.
- Perform modeling of data sources and flows, work with data management staff to define an operational framework that will define, develop, and implement policies and security frameworks to ensure precise and secure delivery of knowledge and information.
- Provide assistance and, depending on skill and experience, lead with interpretation of raw data, statistical results or otherwise compiled information, identify follow-up action items, and prepare or assist in the preparation of written reports and/or oral presentation of findings to internal and external audiences, customer managers, clinical staff, compliance agencies, group accounts, providers, agent plans, and brokers.
- Develop and maintain moderate-to extremely-complex computer programs using 4GL programming languages (such as SAS, R, SQL) and other database technology (DB2, Teradata, and Oracle).
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
Education
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer/Information Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research, or related field
Substitutions
None
Preferred
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field.
Experience
Required
5 years of relevant, progressive experience as a Decision Support Analyst or equivalent training and experience in a business or clinical environment with direct responsibility for applying technology
Preferred
- 7-10 years progressive experience with a focus on healthcare, health insurance, clinical or population health reporting to:
- Develop and maintain reports, presentations, or dashboards
- Translate business needs into data and reporting requirements
- Partner with developers, or data teams to define data needs and validate outputs
- Build templates and reusable components in reporting software
- Use advanced PowerPoint and Excel features
- Test reports for accuracy, usability, and consistency
- Manage multiple reporting deliverables from requirements through maintenance
SKILLS
- Strong technical skills in the mainframe, PC and Internet-based technologies to be effective and must be comfortable and proficient using large and complex databases
- Strong skills using various third-party office and report generation products such as Microsoft Office, Business Objects, Cognos, and Enterprise Guide.
- Strong communication skills. Must be comfortable presenting findings and offering recommendations to senior management
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Never
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Never
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training.
Pay Range Minimum:
$79,300.00
Pay Range Maximum:
$127,100.00
Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
JOB SUMMARY
This position partners with internal business stakeholders, subject matter experts, designers, and technical teams to develop and maintain data-driven, client-facing reporting solutions. A key focus of this role is translating complex metrics—such as claims utilization and healthcare solutions—into professional, high-impact PowerPoint presentation decks. The successful candidate will translate business and reporting needs into slide requirements, collaborate with technical teams to define data requirements, and leverage specialized reporting applications to build and organize reusable presentation templates within a centralized reporting library.
As a Senior Analyst, you will manage reporting solutions throughout their entire lifecycle—from concept and requirements gathering through design, testing, implementation, and maintenance. This role requires a strong technical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a unique ability to translate raw data and complex clinical information into clear, actionable visual narratives. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, comfortable mastering new reporting applications, and skilled at coordinating dataset needs with backend teams to ensure high-quality presentation outputs.
Preferred qualifications include experience with data-driven visualization, healthcare/clinical reporting, client-facing presentations, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (specifically PowerPoint and Excel).
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and foster internal relationships across the corporation. Provide analytic and consultative support to a broad spectrum of internal customer areas and external business partners.
- Mentor colleagues with less experience on both the technical and business aspects of project and consultative work.
- Determine how decision support systems will provide information required to make effective business decisions, translate requirements into applications that employ appropriate decision support and reporting tools. Use broad experience and technical knowledge to propose solutions to complex business problems. Take the lead in driving the implementation of the recommended solutions.
- Take the lead in defining issues and ideas to be studied as well as the approach (methodological and technical) to be used in addressing studies and projects. Create and/or develop new methods of analysis, database design, and performance measurement or, in some cases, adaptation of existing solutions to new areas.
- Perform modeling of data sources and flows, work with data management staff to define an operational framework that will define, develop, and implement policies and security frameworks to ensure precise and secure delivery of knowledge and information.
- Provide assistance and, depending on skill and experience, lead with interpretation of raw data, statistical results or otherwise compiled information, identify follow-up action items, and prepare or assist in the preparation of written reports and/or oral presentation of findings to internal and external audiences, customer managers, clinical staff, compliance agencies, group accounts, providers, agent plans, and brokers.
- Develop and maintain moderate-to extremely-complex computer programs using 4GL programming languages (such as SAS, R, SQL) and other database technology (DB2, Teradata, and Oracle).
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
Education
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer/Information Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research, or related field
Substitutions
None
Preferred
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field.
Experience
Required
5 years of relevant, progressive experience as a Decision Support Analyst or equivalent training and experience in a business or clinical environment with direct responsibility for applying technology
Preferred
- 7-10 years progressive experience with a focus on healthcare, health insurance, clinical or population health reporting to:
- Develop and maintain reports, presentations, or dashboards
- Translate business needs into data and reporting requirements
- Partner with developers, or data teams to define data needs and validate outputs
- Build templates and reusable components in reporting software
- Use advanced PowerPoint and Excel features
- Test reports for accuracy, usability, and consistency
- Manage multiple reporting deliverables from requirements through maintenance
SKILLS
- Strong technical skills in the mainframe, PC and Internet-based technologies to be effective and must be comfortable and proficient using large and complex databases
- Strong skills using various third-party office and report generation products such as Microsoft Office, Business Objects, Cognos, and Enterprise Guide.
- Strong communication skills. Must be comfortable presenting findings and offering recommendations to senior management
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Never
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Never
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training.
Pay Range Minimum:
$79,300.00
Pay Range Maximum:
$127,100.00
Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Decision Support Analyst
Align your degree to analytical duties
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on the specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree. Frame your credentials around quantitative disciplines like statistics, operations research, or management information systems to match the analytical core of the Decision Support Analyst role.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before salary discussions so you understand the floor your offer must legally clear.
Target employers with analytics-heavy org structures
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for data and analytics roles. Companies running enterprise resource planning, clinical informatics, or supply chain optimization teams file consistently and understand the sponsorship process for decision support positions.
Confirm each worksite has a certified LCA
If your role involves work at client sites or multiple office locations, each worksite requires its own DOL-certified LCA before you begin work there. Raise this with your employer before accepting an offer that includes travel or rotation across locations.
Review the O*NET profile before your petition
The O*NET occupation profile for Management Analysts and related decision support titles lists the degree fields and analytical tasks USCIS uses to assess specialty occupation. Cross-check your job description against that task list to identify any gaps before your employer files the I-129.
Account for cap timing in your start date planning
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current process with USCIS before mapping your timeline. Cap-subject petitions have an October 1 start date, which affects when you can begin work and how your employer structures the offer letter.
H-1B Visa Decision Support Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Decision Support Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Decision Support Analyst roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as data science, statistics, business analytics, management information systems, or a related quantitative discipline. The employer must document in the I-129 petition that the role requires this specific degree-level knowledge, not just general analytical skills or experience.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Decision Support Analyst positions?
Healthcare systems, financial services firms, logistics companies, and large technology enterprises are among the most active sponsors for decision support and analytics roles, as these industries rely heavily on data-driven operations and enterprise reporting infrastructure. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for analytics positions, so you can identify active sponsors by industry and location before applying.
What documents should I prepare before my employer files the H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts and your degree certificate showing a qualifying field, any professional certifications relevant to the analytical tools you use, a detailed letter from your employer describing the degree-specific duties of the role, and a copy of the certified LCA. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is typically required to establish equivalency for USCIS.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B if I move to a new analytics role within the company?
A material change in your job duties, title, or work location requires your employer to file an amended I-129 petition before the change takes effect. Moving from a reporting analyst function to a strategic forecasting role, for example, may constitute a material change. Each new worksite also needs its own certified LCA filed with DOL, so relocations require advance planning even within the same company.
How does H-1B status work if I'm on OPT and get a Decision Support Analyst offer?
If you're currently authorized under OPT and receive an H-1B cap-subject petition, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of the transition year, provided your employer filed before your OPT expired. Your H-1B status then begins October 1 for up to three years, with extensions possible up to a six-year maximum. Confirm current cap selection timelines directly with USCIS, as the rules have changed recently.