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IT Architect roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the SOC 15-1299 group, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS can adjudicate the petition.
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The Senior IT Architect serves as the enterprise technical expert for the Microsoft 365 tenant environment, with a Microsoft 365 Copilot administration component. The role contributes to the development of Copilot architecture, governance, and adoption across the organization.
Alongside maintaining a healthy Microsoft 365 tenant, this position promotes responsible AI adoption at scale. The ideal candidate pairs deep Microsoft 365 tenant administration expertise with strong knowledge of AI strategy, Copilot architecture, and agent governance.
You will report directly to our Lead IT Architect, and you’ll work out of our Charlotte, NC location on a Hybrid work schedule.
YOU MUST HAVE
- 5+ years of Microsoft 365 tenant administration
- 1+ years of supporting Copilot service within Microsoft enterprise tenants
WE VALUE
- Microsoft certifications relevant to the role.
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field, or equivalent technology experience.
- Deep, demonstrable working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Tenant administration licensing, configuration, and governance in an enterprise environment.
- Working knowledge of Power Platform administration and environment strategy as it relates to Copilot Studio and agent deployment.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (such as PowerShell) and Microsoft 365 automation, including experience designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Flow, Power Automate, and PowerApps.
- Experience building reporting and dashboards on Microsoft 365 tenant and Copilot usage.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders driving global adoption strategies.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posted: September 17, 2026
ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES
Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Corporate (Corp) at Honeywell provides centralized services and strategic support that enable our global business units to operate efficiently and effectively. The unit focuses on delivering innovative IT solutions, financial services, and operational excellence to drive growth and create value across the enterprise.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture, setting the enterprise roadmap, evaluating emerging capabilities, and defining the governance, security, and readiness standards for how Copilot is deployed, extended, and managed.
- Serve as escalation point for Copilot architecture decisions, advising leadership and influencing enterprise AI strategy.
- Partner with business functions to drive Copilot adoption training.
- Analyze usage patterns to identify underutilized capabilities, adoption gaps.
- Own resolution of escalated Copilot and Microsoft 365 tenant issues, engaging Microsoft support and service owners as needed.
- Assist Lead Architects with day-to-day Microsoft 365 tenant management, upholding configuration standards, service governance, and operational consistency across the tenant.
- Assess Microsoft 365 Message Center and roadmap updates for tenant impact, coordinating feature rollouts, validation testing, and readiness communications.
- Support Microsoft 365 license management, maintaining entitlement accuracy, efficient assignment, and cost-effective consumption across the tenant.
INTRODUCTION
The Senior IT Architect serves as the enterprise technical expert for the Microsoft 365 tenant environment, with a Microsoft 365 Copilot administration component. The role contributes to the development of Copilot architecture, governance, and adoption across the organization.
Alongside maintaining a healthy Microsoft 365 tenant, this position promotes responsible AI adoption at scale. The ideal candidate pairs deep Microsoft 365 tenant administration expertise with strong knowledge of AI strategy, Copilot architecture, and agent governance.
You will report directly to our Lead IT Architect, and you’ll work out of our Charlotte, NC location on a Hybrid work schedule.
YOU MUST HAVE
- 5+ years of Microsoft 365 tenant administration
- 1+ years of supporting Copilot service within Microsoft enterprise tenants
WE VALUE
- Microsoft certifications relevant to the role.
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field, or equivalent technology experience.
- Deep, demonstrable working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Tenant administration licensing, configuration, and governance in an enterprise environment.
- Working knowledge of Power Platform administration and environment strategy as it relates to Copilot Studio and agent deployment.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (such as PowerShell) and Microsoft 365 automation, including experience designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Flow, Power Automate, and PowerApps.
- Experience building reporting and dashboards on Microsoft 365 tenant and Copilot usage.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders driving global adoption strategies.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posted: September 17, 2026
ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES
Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Corporate (Corp) at Honeywell provides centralized services and strategic support that enable our global business units to operate efficiently and effectively. The unit focuses on delivering innovative IT solutions, financial services, and operational excellence to drive growth and create value across the enterprise.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture, setting the enterprise roadmap, evaluating emerging capabilities, and defining the governance, security, and readiness standards for how Copilot is deployed, extended, and managed.
- Serve as escalation point for Copilot architecture decisions, advising leadership and influencing enterprise AI strategy.
- Partner with business functions to drive Copilot adoption training.
- Analyze usage patterns to identify underutilized capabilities, adoption gaps.
- Own resolution of escalated Copilot and Microsoft 365 tenant issues, engaging Microsoft support and service owners as needed.
- Assist Lead Architects with day-to-day Microsoft 365 tenant management, upholding configuration standards, service governance, and operational consistency across the tenant.
- Assess Microsoft 365 Message Center and roadmap updates for tenant impact, coordinating feature rollouts, validation testing, and readiness communications.
- Support Microsoft 365 license management, maintaining entitlement accuracy, efficient assignment, and cost-effective consumption across the tenant.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in IT Architect
Verify your SOC code before applying
IT Architect positions map to multiple SOC codes depending on scope, enterprise, solutions, or cloud. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific specialty so your resume and credentials align with what the employer lists on the LCA.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions year-round. Architect roles at these institutions skip the lottery entirely, which matters if you're between statuses.
Search verified LCA sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter IT Architect roles by employers with active LCA filings on Migrate Mate. You'll see which companies have filed for this specific occupation code, so you're not wasting time on employers who've never sponsored this role type.
Resolve degree-field mismatches before the petition
USCIS frequently issues RFEs when an IT Architect role is filled by someone with a general business or unrelated engineering degree. A credential evaluation letter or a detailed employer justification tying your degree to the architecture function can preempt the RFE.
Negotiate start dates around the H-1B cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can't take effect before October 1. If you receive an offer in April after lottery selection, you have roughly five months before your authorized start date. Confirm your current status covers that gap before signing.
Confirm the employer's prevailing wage tier at offer stage
The DOL assigns IT Architect wages across four levels using the OFLC Wage Search. A Level 1 or 2 wage on the LCA for a senior architect role can draw USCIS scrutiny. Ask the recruiter which wage level the employer is certifying before the offer is finalized.
H-1B Visa IT Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Architect role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. IT Architect positions typically satisfy the specialty occupation requirement because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title, so the employer's petition must document that a degree is an actual minimum requirement for the specific position, not just preferred.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for IT Architects?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified LCA filing history, so you can see which employers have actually filed for IT Architect roles under the relevant SOC codes. This is more reliable than assuming any large tech employer sponsors, since LCA data shows the specific occupation and wage level the company certified with DOL.
Can an IT Architect role get an H-1B RFE, and what triggers it?
RFEs on IT Architect petitions are common when the degree field doesn't directly correspond to the role, when the job description includes duties that don't require a degree, or when the wage level certified on the LCA is below what USCIS expects for a senior position. A detailed employer support letter and a job duties breakdown tied to the degree requirement are the standard responses.
Does the H-1B cap apply to IT Architect jobs at all employers?
No. The 85,000-slot annual cap applies to most private-sector employers, but universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities are cap-exempt. IT Architects hired at cap-exempt institutions can receive H-1B approval at any point in the year without entering the lottery, and the petition can take effect immediately after USCIS approval.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers as an IT Architect?
You can start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, under H-1B portability rules. The new employer files a new I-129 with a new LCA certified for the architect role. Your previous employer's petition details don't transfer, so the new LCA must reflect the new position's SOC code, location, and prevailing wage.