H-1B Visa Information Technology Specialist Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Information Technology Specialists are posted by employers who file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and petition USCIS for specialty occupation status. IT Specialist roles typically qualify when the position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related technical field.
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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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Information Technology Specialist
Map your degree to your IT duties
USCIS evaluates whether your specific bachelor's degree field directly relates to your IT Specialist duties. Document the technical overlap between your coursework and your day-to-day responsibilities before your employer drafts the I-129 petition.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level your employer must certify for your SOC code and work location. Your offer must meet at least the Level I prevailing wage, and your actual duties determine whether you're classified at Level I through IV.
Verify each worksite has its own LCA
If your IT role involves work at client sites or multiple office locations, each worksite needs a separate certified LCA before you work there. Confirm with your employer's HR team which locations are already covered before your start date.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer database
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed H-1B visa LCA filing history for IT Specialist roles. Targeting companies that have already filed for this occupation code reduces the risk of encountering sponsors unfamiliar with the specialty occupation requirements.
Check your O*NET profile before the interview
Review the O*NET occupation profile for Information Technology Specialists so you can speak precisely about the technical tasks and knowledge domains the role requires. Interviewers at sponsoring employers often probe for degree-level complexity to support the specialty occupation argument.
Plan your timeline around the cap and 60-day grace period
H-1B status is granted for up to three years and extendable to six. If you're between jobs, you have a 60-day grace period after your end date. The annual cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm current mechanics directly with USCIS before your employer files.
H-1B Visa Information Technology Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Information Technology Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, IT Specialist positions typically qualify as a specialty occupation when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or a closely related technical field. The employer must document in the I-129 petition that the duties demand theoretical and practical application of degree-level knowledge, not just general technical skills that any trained technician could perform.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas for IT Specialist roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse IT Specialist positions at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Because the LCA is a public record filed with DOL, you can confirm whether a specific company has sponsored the Information Technology Specialist occupation code before you apply, which saves time targeting companies that have never filed for this role.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a new worksite or client location?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B work must be covered by a certified LCA that lists that specific location. If your IT Specialist role involves client-site placements or a new office location not on your original LCA, your employer must file an amended or new LCA with DOL before you begin working there. Short-term placements have limited exemptions, but routine multi-site arrangements do not.
Can my employer use premium processing for my H-1B IT Specialist petition?
Yes, employers can elect premium processing for an I-129 petition filing, which commits USCIS to issue a decision, Request for Evidence, or Notice of Intent to Deny within a defined business-day window rather than waiting in the standard processing queue. For IT Specialist roles with a fixed start date or an expiring OPT period, premium processing gives both the employer and the worker a predictable timeline. Confirm current premium processing timelines and fees directly with USCIS, as they are updated periodically.
What wage level will my employer certify on the LCA for an IT Specialist position?
The wage level on the LCA depends on your experience, supervision level, and the complexity of your duties as mapped to the relevant SOC code for your location. Employers use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the four prevailing wage levels set by DOL. Entry-level IT Specialist roles are typically certified at Level I or II, while positions requiring independent judgment or specialized technical skills fall at Level III or IV.