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IT Consultant roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the SOC 15-1121 classification, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Large consulting firms and enterprise technology employers file H-1B petitions regularly for this title, making it one of the more sponsorship-accessible roles in the tech sector.
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Get Access To All JobsOhio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Information Technology (Application Development)
Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
PRIMARY TECHNOLOGY: Microsoft Azure, .NET C#, SQL
SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY: AWS
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
- Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
- Free Parking!
- Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!
- Daycare On-site!
- Cafeteria On-site!
What you'll do as an IT Architect/Consultant 1:
- Within the Information Technology Office (ITO), assists in developing & updating strategic Information Technology (IT) plans for the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS), participates in working groups to author IT plan by discipline or program team &/or leads activities to achieve project tasks or meet deadlines & perform solutions design for assigned discipline or program team.
- Assists with analysis of the solution design's business case & creates proofs of concepts.
- Designs & implements modern software solutions leveraging the Microsoft Azure Cloud & Amazon AWS.
- Regularly monitors & updates cloud applications, hardware, & software; Develops & organizes cloud systems.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Education: Core undergraduate program in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent work experience.
AND
Experience: Minimum 4 years combined work experience in any combination of the following: assisting with development and updates to the strategic Information Technology plan, participating in work groups to author Information Technology plan by discipline/program team and/or leading activities to achieve project tasks/meet deadlines, and performing solutions design for assigned discipline/program team (e.g., software development, infrastructure, database administration, security) including 2 years technology related work experience as specified by the agency position description and vacancy/job posting. Note: the official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technology related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required technology related experience listed in the position description are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The vacancy/job posting should also only list the required technology related experience commensurate with the position in question.
Note: the official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technology related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required technology related experience listed in the position description (See Job Duties: PRIMARY TECHNOLOGY: Microsoft Azure, .NET C#, SQL; SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY: AWS are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The vacancy/job posting should also only list the required technology related experience commensurate with the position in question.
Helpful Tips for Applying
- Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
- Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
- Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".
Job Skills: Information Technology
Supplemental Information
This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). Whoever fills this position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information:
- A background check including BCI and FBI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants
- A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process
To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Information Technology (Application Development)
Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
PRIMARY TECHNOLOGY: Microsoft Azure, .NET C#, SQL
SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY: AWS
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
- Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
- Free Parking!
- Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!
- Daycare On-site!
- Cafeteria On-site!
What you'll do as an IT Architect/Consultant 1:
- Within the Information Technology Office (ITO), assists in developing & updating strategic Information Technology (IT) plans for the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS), participates in working groups to author IT plan by discipline or program team &/or leads activities to achieve project tasks or meet deadlines & perform solutions design for assigned discipline or program team.
- Assists with analysis of the solution design's business case & creates proofs of concepts.
- Designs & implements modern software solutions leveraging the Microsoft Azure Cloud & Amazon AWS.
- Regularly monitors & updates cloud applications, hardware, & software; Develops & organizes cloud systems.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Education: Core undergraduate program in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent work experience.
AND
Experience: Minimum 4 years combined work experience in any combination of the following: assisting with development and updates to the strategic Information Technology plan, participating in work groups to author Information Technology plan by discipline/program team and/or leading activities to achieve project tasks/meet deadlines, and performing solutions design for assigned discipline/program team (e.g., software development, infrastructure, database administration, security) including 2 years technology related work experience as specified by the agency position description and vacancy/job posting. Note: the official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technology related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required technology related experience listed in the position description are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The vacancy/job posting should also only list the required technology related experience commensurate with the position in question.
Note: the official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required technology related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required technology related experience listed in the position description (See Job Duties: PRIMARY TECHNOLOGY: Microsoft Azure, .NET C#, SQL; SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY: AWS are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The vacancy/job posting should also only list the required technology related experience commensurate with the position in question.
Helpful Tips for Applying
- Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".
- Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
- Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".
Job Skills: Information Technology
Supplemental Information
This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). Whoever fills this position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information:
- A background check including BCI and FBI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants
- A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process
To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an IT Consultant
Align your degree to SOC codes
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to IT consulting work. Pull the O*NET profile for your target SOC code and match your credential language to the listed education requirements before applying.
Check LCA filings before applying
Search the OFLC Wage Search for Labor Condition Applications filed under IT Consultant job titles. Employers with recent, active LCA filings have already committed to sponsoring this role at prevailing wage, which signals real intent.
Target consulting firms with H-1B cap-exempt clients
Some IT consultants are placed at universities or nonprofit research institutions that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If your staffing or consulting firm has these clients, you may be able to bypass the annual lottery entirely.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsors
Search IT Consultant roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B filing history. This cuts out postings from companies that have never sponsored the visa, so you spend time only on real opportunities.
Clarify project-based work during offer negotiations
USCIS requires H-1B petitions to show a specific employer-employee relationship. If your role involves client sites, get written confirmation from your employer that they control your day-to-day work and will document that in the I-129 filing.
Request premium processing before your start date
Standard USCIS processing can run several months. If your offer has a firm start date, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days and reduces scheduling risk.
H-1B Visa IT Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, IT Consultant positions typically qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates both the job description and your credentials, so the degree must align with the specific consulting work you'll be doing. Generic management or sales-focused consulting roles with no technical degree requirement can face requests for evidence.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm placed at a client site as an IT consultant?
USCIS requires your petitioning employer to maintain a bona fide employer-employee relationship with you, even when you work at a client location. Your employer must control your assignments, performance reviews, and termination rights. Third-party placement arrangements have faced increased USCIS scrutiny, and petitions that lack documentation of this control relationship are frequently denied or issued requests for evidence.
How do I find IT Consultant employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters IT Consultant job listings by verified H-1B filing history, so you can see which employers have sponsored this role before. You can also cross-reference employer names against DOL Labor Condition Application records using the OFLC Wage Search to confirm active filings. Large consulting firms and enterprise technology companies tend to have the highest filing volumes for this title.
Can I change employers on H-1B while working as an IT consultant?
Yes. Under portability rules established by the American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer once your petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for at least one year. Your new employer files a transfer petition, and you can start working for them as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval.
What prevailing wage level should I expect for an H-1B IT Consultant role?
DOL assigns prevailing wages for IT Consultant roles at four levels based on experience, complexity, and supervisory responsibility. Your employer must pay at least the wage certified on the LCA for your specific location and level. You can look up the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search, which pulls from Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational data and is updated annually. Your offer should meet or exceed that figure.