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Information Systems Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, certifying they'll pay the prevailing wage for your location and job level.
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Position: Systems Analyst (Cityworks)
We are seeking to recruit a Systems Analyst (Cityworks - GIS Integration) to support software applications used in the management of our GIS-based horizontal and vertical asset registries. Client uses ESRI ArcGIS and Trimble Cityworks to manage and report on our GIS-based asset registries and the work performed on those assets.
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience
- Strong SQL skills (mandatory)
- Experience with GIS
- ESRI/ARC/Cityworks experience is good to have
- Willingness to learn the environment
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Three years of relevant experience, preferably within a water utility
- Demonstrated experience in database management (design, querying, and optimization)
- Proven project management experience, including planning, coordinating tasks, and tracking deliverables across project lifecycles
Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 6–8 months:
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, and Trimble Cityworks
- Ability to create complex spatial and tabular visualizations and reports using GIS and Cityworks data
- Ability to develop spatial database tables for testing, analysis, and map creation
- Ability to mentor and review the work of another team member
- Ability to conduct statistical analysis (e.g., parametric testing, geo-statistical analysis, variance) using business data
- Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to think critically
- Knowledge of geodatabase versioning workflows and the ability to learn and demonstrate SDE versioning data flows
- Experience using SQL Developer, TOAD, SQLPlus, PyWin; and LucidChart, Visio, GitHub (for diagramming)
- Experience publishing varying services using ArcGIS Server
- Ability to share content online using ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap to ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Portal
- Ability to conduct advanced data analysis (spatial and tabular)
- Ability to develop and maintain scripts using Python and PSQL for task automation
- Ability to perform installations and configurations of ArcGIS desktop software
- Knowledge of database design best practices, including design for the three degrees of cardinality
- Ability to support administration of a three-tiered GIS environment
- Ability to validate GIS or CMMS data against business logic related to collection and distribution networks (e.g., tee main size, sewer flow direction)
- Experience developing runbooks, SLAs, and SOPs to support knowledge sharing and redundancy
Experience leading GIS, asset management, and governance projects, including:
- Identifying risks and dependencies between operational tasks and ongoing projects
- Breaking down tasks into activities, schedules, and durations within a project lifecycle
- Leading and facilitating collaborative, productive, and efficient project meetings
- Demonstrated willingness to embrace changing technology landscapes and quickly learn new skills
- Effective collaborator who proactively explores emerging technologies that may benefit the organization
Job Description
Position: Systems Analyst (Cityworks)
We are seeking to recruit a Systems Analyst (Cityworks - GIS Integration) to support software applications used in the management of our GIS-based horizontal and vertical asset registries. Client uses ESRI ArcGIS and Trimble Cityworks to manage and report on our GIS-based asset registries and the work performed on those assets.
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience
- Strong SQL skills (mandatory)
- Experience with GIS
- ESRI/ARC/Cityworks experience is good to have
- Willingness to learn the environment
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Three years of relevant experience, preferably within a water utility
- Demonstrated experience in database management (design, querying, and optimization)
- Proven project management experience, including planning, coordinating tasks, and tracking deliverables across project lifecycles
Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 6–8 months:
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, and Trimble Cityworks
- Ability to create complex spatial and tabular visualizations and reports using GIS and Cityworks data
- Ability to develop spatial database tables for testing, analysis, and map creation
- Ability to mentor and review the work of another team member
- Ability to conduct statistical analysis (e.g., parametric testing, geo-statistical analysis, variance) using business data
- Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to think critically
- Knowledge of geodatabase versioning workflows and the ability to learn and demonstrate SDE versioning data flows
- Experience using SQL Developer, TOAD, SQLPlus, PyWin; and LucidChart, Visio, GitHub (for diagramming)
- Experience publishing varying services using ArcGIS Server
- Ability to share content online using ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap to ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Portal
- Ability to conduct advanced data analysis (spatial and tabular)
- Ability to develop and maintain scripts using Python and PSQL for task automation
- Ability to perform installations and configurations of ArcGIS desktop software
- Knowledge of database design best practices, including design for the three degrees of cardinality
- Ability to support administration of a three-tiered GIS environment
- Ability to validate GIS or CMMS data against business logic related to collection and distribution networks (e.g., tee main size, sewer flow direction)
- Experience developing runbooks, SLAs, and SOPs to support knowledge sharing and redundancy
Experience leading GIS, asset management, and governance projects, including:
- Identifying risks and dependencies between operational tasks and ongoing projects
- Breaking down tasks into activities, schedules, and durations within a project lifecycle
- Leading and facilitating collaborative, productive, and efficient project meetings
- Demonstrated willingness to embrace changing technology landscapes and quickly learn new skills
- Effective collaborator who proactively explores emerging technologies that may benefit the organization
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Information Systems Analyst
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A general business degree may not support an Information Systems Analyst petition without supplemental coursework in IT, systems analysis, or data architecture.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Information Systems Analyst roles by location and experience level before you receive an offer. Employers must pay at least this amount on the certified LCA, so knowing the floor strengthens your negotiation.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Information Systems Analyst roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filings. This cuts out companies that list the title but have never filed for the occupation, saving weeks of wasted applications.
Request cap-exempt status through qualifying employers
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions are H-1B cap-exempt. Information Systems Analyst roles at these organizations can be filed any time of year, bypassing the annual lottery entirely.
Review your O*NET profile before the LCA is filed
The O*NET occupation profile for Information Systems Analysts defines the standard job duties USCIS expects. If your actual responsibilities deviate significantly, your employer's attorney should document the specialty nature of your specific role in the petition.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If you're between H-1B employers, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after your previous job ends. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer during this window, but the petition must be received before the 60 days expire.
H-1B Visa Information Systems Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Information Systems Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Information Systems Analyst qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a directly related technical field. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is standard for the role in the industry, so your employer's job description and hiring practices need to reflect that requirement consistently.
How do I find employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas for Information Systems Analysts?
Migrate Mate filters Information Systems Analyst jobs by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, pulled from DOL disclosure data. This shows you which companies have successfully filed for the occupation, not just companies that claim to sponsor. Applying to employers with a track record in your specific role reduces the risk of an employer withdrawing sponsorship mid-process.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition after the annual lottery if I'm not selected?
Only if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofits attached to higher education institutions, and certain government research organizations can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery registration. For cap-subject employers, you'd need to wait for the next registration window in March or explore alternative visa categories such as O-1 visa or TN visa if eligible.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Information Systems Analyst role changes significantly after approval?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer requires an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from systems analysis to a substantially different function, like pure software development or project management, your employer may need to file an amended petition with an updated LCA to keep your status valid.
Does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement differ by city for Information Systems Analyst roles?
Yes. The DOL sets four wage levels for each occupation by metropolitan statistical area, so the certified LCA wage for an Information Systems Analyst in San Francisco will be significantly higher than in smaller markets. Your employer must certify the correct wage level on the LCA based on your actual responsibilities and experience, and USCIS cross-checks this against the job duties in the petition.