Prevailing Wage for Computer Network Architects
Prevailing wage for Computer Network Architects is set by DOL across four experience levels, with the floor varying considerably depending on the worksite city. Whether your offer letter says Network Analyst, Solutions Architect, or Networking Systems Engineer, the H-1B, E-3, or green card sponsor must meet the certified wage for your specific location and level.
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Entry-level architects with limited independent experience, typically working under close supervision on defined network segments. Most hold a relevant bachelor's degree and are early in their career with fewer than two years of direct network architecture experience.
Qualified architects who apply standard methods independently on LAN, WAN, or cloud infrastructure projects. Level 2 is the most common H-1B filing level for Computer Network Architects, covering professionals with two to four years of hands-on architecture experience.
Experienced architects who lead complex multi-site or enterprise-wide network design projects, mentor junior staff, and exercise significant independent judgment. Typically reflects five or more years in network architecture roles with cross-functional project ownership.
Fully competent senior architects who set organization-wide network strategy, own vendor relationships, and may manage a team. These professionals are recognized across the organization as the definitive authority on network design and security architecture.
Prevailing Wage for Computer Network Architects by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm your title maps to SOC 15-1241
Titles like Network Consultant, Network Analyst, and Solutions Architect are common aliases for this occupation. If your employer files the LCA under a different SOC, the prevailing wage floor changes and may not protect your actual compensation.
Separate base salary from RSU and signing bonus
Network architecture roles at FAANG and major cloud providers often carry large equity grants. DOL's prevailing wage obligation applies to base wages only, so RSU vesting schedules and signing bonuses cannot substitute for a below-floor base salary on your LCA.
Weigh the gap between top and lowest-paying metros
The prevailing wage floor for this occupation in San Jose or Seattle can exceed double the floor in markets like San Juan or Amarillo. If relocation is possible, comparing metro-level L2 and L3 wages before accepting an offer can materially affect your total package.
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Find Jobs for Computer Network ArchitectsPrevailing Wage by Reported Job Title
DOL classifies these titles under SOC 15-1241.00 alongside Computer Network Architects, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Computer Network Technologist Prevailing Wage
Computer Network Technologist Prevailing Wage
Computer Network Technologist positions fall under SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Network Analyst Prevailing Wage
Network Analyst Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Network Analyst for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Network Consultant Prevailing Wage
Network Consultant Prevailing Wage
Network Consultant is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Network Systems Consultant Prevailing Wage
Network Systems Consultant Prevailing Wage
Network Systems Consultant positions fall under SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Networking Systems Engineer Prevailing Wage
Networking Systems Engineer Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Networking Systems Engineer for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Solutions Architect Prevailing Wage
Solutions Architect Prevailing Wage
Solutions Architect is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
System Programmer Prevailing Wage
System Programmer Prevailing Wage
System Programmer positions fall under SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Systems Engineer Prevailing Wage
Systems Engineer Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Systems Engineer for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
WAN Engineer (Wide Area Network Engineer) Prevailing Wage
WAN Engineer (Wide Area Network Engineer) Prevailing Wage
WAN Engineer (Wide Area Network Engineer) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Wireless Network Engineer Prevailing Wage
Wireless Network Engineer Prevailing Wage
Wireless Network Engineer positions fall under SOC 15-1241.00 (Computer Network Architects). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Computer Network Architects?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For Computer Network Architects under SOC 15-1241, the agency computes four wage levels from the distribution of surveyed salaries in each geographic area. Employers sponsoring an H-1B or PERM green card must certify on the LCA that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
DOL defines Level 1 as entry-level with close supervision, Level 2 as qualified and working independently, Level 3 as experienced with lead responsibilities, and Level 4 as fully competent with strategic or managerial scope. The correct level depends on the actual duties in the job description, not the title. OFLC guidance ties level selection to the degree of supervision, complexity, and judgment the role genuinely requires.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same network architecture role differ so much by city?
DOL derives metro-level wages from regional OES surveys, which capture local employer pay practices. Dense technology markets like San Jose and Seattle attract high concentrations of cloud, semiconductor, and defense employers competing for network architects, which pushes surveyed wages higher. The LCA must use the wage for the worksite metro, not the employer's headquarters, so a role performed remotely from a lower-cost city carries that city's prevailing wage floor.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An employer cannot certify an LCA at a wage below the prevailing level. If the offered salary falls short, OFLC will not approve the LCA, which blocks the H-1B petition or PERM filing entirely. If the employer proceeds with an incorrectly certified wage and USCIS or DOL discovers the shortfall during an audit or investigation, the employer faces back-wage liability and potential debarment from sponsoring future workers.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Computer Network Architects in a specific U.S. location?
The primary tool is the OFLC Wage Search, which lets you look up the current four-level wages for SOC 15-1241 in any covered metropolitan area. Enter the occupation code and select your worksite metro to retrieve the certified floor for each level. For sponsored job leads, Migrate Mate lists employers with a history of sponsoring network architecture roles so you can cross-check the offer against the applicable DOL floor.
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