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Senior IT Architect roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the computer-related professional category, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS adjudicates 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 Senior IT Architect
Validate your specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS scrutinizes IT Architect roles for specialty occupation eligibility. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and document how your degree field maps directly to enterprise architecture, infrastructure design, or systems integration, not general IT management.
Search LCA filing history by occupation code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed LCAs under the computer systems architect SOC codes. This surfaces companies with active H-1B sponsorship history for your specific role, not just general tech employers.
Target employers with cap-exempt petition pathways
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual cap lottery. Senior IT Architects at these organizations skip the April registration window entirely.
Request the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your job title, SOC code, and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Knowing your Level III or Level IV prevailing wage gives you a floor for salary negotiations and confirms the employer's LCA will clear DOL certification.
Clarify project-site work arrangements before the I-129 files
If your role involves client-site deployments or multi-location work, the employer must file an amended I-129 or obtain additional LCA certifications for each worksite. Confirm this scope with your employer's immigration counsel before the original petition is submitted to USCIS.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically between roles
If your H-1B employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new offer and have a transfer petition filed. Prioritize employers who can file concurrently with the I-129 so your work authorization continues without interruption under portability rules.
H-1B Visa Senior IT Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior IT Architect role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Senior IT Architect qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so your employer's job description must specify the degree requirement clearly. Roles framed as general management without a specific technical degree requirement can attract a Request for Evidence.
What SOC code do employers typically use for H-1B filings for this role?
Most employers file under SOC 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other) or 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators), though enterprise architects may also fall under 15-1211 (Computer Systems Analysts). The SOC code determines the prevailing wage tier on the Labor Condition Application, so a mismatch between your actual duties and the code filed can create compliance issues. Confirm the code with your employer before the LCA is submitted to DOL.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Senior IT Architect positions?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified LCA filing history under computer systems and architecture occupation codes. This shows you which companies have sponsored this specific role type, not just general H-1B sponsors. Prioritizing employers with a documented track record in your specialty reduces the risk of navigating the process with a first-time sponsor unfamiliar with the requirements.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I receive a better Senior IT Architect offer?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA before you begin. If your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days, your status is protected even if the transfer petition receives a Request for Evidence.
Does a multi-site or client-facing Senior IT Architect role create additional H-1B compliance requirements?
Yes. If your role requires regular work at client locations or multiple employer sites, your sponsoring employer must obtain a certified LCA for each worksite metropolitan area and post the LCA notice at each location. Failing to maintain site-specific LCAs is one of the most common H-1B compliance violations in consulting and professional services engagements. Clarify the worksite obligations with your employer's immigration team before your I-129 is filed.