Microsoft 365 Administrator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Microsoft 365 Administrators are routinely sponsored for H-1B visa and TN visas, with employers classifying the role under Computer and Information Systems occupations. Most positions require a bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology, and specialty occupation approval rates are strong for this title. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SmithGroup is seeking a Dynamics 365 Administrator to serve as a hands-on subject matter expert across our Microsoft Dynamics 365 ecosystem — spanning Customer Engagement (CE), Project Operations (PO), and Finance and Operations (F&O). This is a hybrid role combining administrative duties, end-user support, and development effort. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, internal IT teams, and managed services providers to deliver D365 application configuration, production administration, operational support, test automation, and upgrade cycles. This position is located in the Eastern time zone.
Working with us, you will:
- Configure, administer, and support the Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules, including Customer Engagement (CE), Project Operations (PO), Finance and Operations (F&O) and Power Platform.
- Serve as the operational liaison to the Dynamics managed services vendor for production issues, new feature development, configuration changes, defect resolution, and upgrades.
- Configure, test, deploy, and maintain D365 solutions across DEV, UAT, and PROD environments, following established change-management, documentation, and support practices.
- Own day-to-day production operations for the Dynamics 365 ecosystem, including onboarding and offboarding users; administering roles and security access; monitoring and troubleshooting scheduled jobs; maintaining configurations; and performing data-quality and cleanup activities.
- Respond to end-user incidents and requests through the ticketing system, using a methodical approach to assess and troubleshoot production issues related to performance, access, and data accuracy.
- Drive system adoption and continuous improvement by evaluating, piloting and rolling out new features in partnership with Microsoft experts and functional leads.
- Act as the SmithGroup project manager for two OneVersion upgrades each year.
- Design, build, maintain, and execute Dynamics functional and regression automated test plans for upgrades and changes using test automation software tools.
- Configure and maintain D365 Dataverse environments and deployment pipelines. Manage custom solutions and solution layering across environments.
- Extend platform capabilities through the creation of new entities, forms, plugins, apps, dataflows, workflows, and reports.
- Represent Dynamics 365 across all phases of the Solution Delivery Life Cycle — from requirements gathering through development, testing, and implementation — including technical guidance for related systems on Dynamics integrations.
- Contribute to the organization's Dynamics roadmap, including identifying opportunities to integrate AI-driven workflows.
- Drive the ongoing evolution of the Dynamics platform connecting client, project and financial data to allow the organization to run more efficiently, scale effectively, win more business and make decisions based on real-time information.
- This role has the potential to evolve into a lead position overseeing financial systems and its vendor management along with the integration of AI into financial workflows and financial reporting.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate has:
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications, including CE, Project Operations, and Finance and Operations (F&O).
- At least 3-5 years of experience in a Microsoft Dynamics administrator role.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Technology, preferred.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Experience configuring and supporting Dynamics 365 applications, including security roles and production operational processes.
- Experience with Power Platform and Dataverse.
- Experience designing and maintaining automated functional and regression tests with Leapwork or a comparable enterprise test-automation platform.
- Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) practices.
- Relevant functional and/or technical D365 certifications.
- Working knowledge of Power BI and SharePoint Online preferred.
- Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with vendors and managed service providers for ongoing application support and development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $104,000 to $123,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!
LOCATION
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.
INTRODUCTION
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SmithGroup is seeking a Dynamics 365 Administrator to serve as a hands-on subject matter expert across our Microsoft Dynamics 365 ecosystem — spanning Customer Engagement (CE), Project Operations (PO), and Finance and Operations (F&O). This is a hybrid role combining administrative duties, end-user support, and development effort. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, internal IT teams, and managed services providers to deliver D365 application configuration, production administration, operational support, test automation, and upgrade cycles. This position is located in the Eastern time zone.
Working with us, you will:
- Configure, administer, and support the Microsoft Dynamics 365 modules, including Customer Engagement (CE), Project Operations (PO), Finance and Operations (F&O) and Power Platform.
- Serve as the operational liaison to the Dynamics managed services vendor for production issues, new feature development, configuration changes, defect resolution, and upgrades.
- Configure, test, deploy, and maintain D365 solutions across DEV, UAT, and PROD environments, following established change-management, documentation, and support practices.
- Own day-to-day production operations for the Dynamics 365 ecosystem, including onboarding and offboarding users; administering roles and security access; monitoring and troubleshooting scheduled jobs; maintaining configurations; and performing data-quality and cleanup activities.
- Respond to end-user incidents and requests through the ticketing system, using a methodical approach to assess and troubleshoot production issues related to performance, access, and data accuracy.
- Drive system adoption and continuous improvement by evaluating, piloting and rolling out new features in partnership with Microsoft experts and functional leads.
- Act as the SmithGroup project manager for two OneVersion upgrades each year.
- Design, build, maintain, and execute Dynamics functional and regression automated test plans for upgrades and changes using test automation software tools.
- Configure and maintain D365 Dataverse environments and deployment pipelines. Manage custom solutions and solution layering across environments.
- Extend platform capabilities through the creation of new entities, forms, plugins, apps, dataflows, workflows, and reports.
- Represent Dynamics 365 across all phases of the Solution Delivery Life Cycle — from requirements gathering through development, testing, and implementation — including technical guidance for related systems on Dynamics integrations.
- Contribute to the organization's Dynamics roadmap, including identifying opportunities to integrate AI-driven workflows.
- Drive the ongoing evolution of the Dynamics platform connecting client, project and financial data to allow the organization to run more efficiently, scale effectively, win more business and make decisions based on real-time information.
- This role has the potential to evolve into a lead position overseeing financial systems and its vendor management along with the integration of AI into financial workflows and financial reporting.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate has:
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications, including CE, Project Operations, and Finance and Operations (F&O).
- At least 3-5 years of experience in a Microsoft Dynamics administrator role.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Technology, preferred.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Experience configuring and supporting Dynamics 365 applications, including security roles and production operational processes.
- Experience with Power Platform and Dataverse.
- Experience designing and maintaining automated functional and regression tests with Leapwork or a comparable enterprise test-automation platform.
- Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) practices.
- Relevant functional and/or technical D365 certifications.
- Working knowledge of Power BI and SharePoint Online preferred.
- Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with vendors and managed service providers for ongoing application support and development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $104,000 to $123,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!
LOCATION
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Microsoft 365 Administrator
Frame your role around specialty occupation criteria
USCIS scrutinizes IT administrator roles closely. Emphasize that your position requires a specific bachelor's degree in computer science or IT, not just general experience. Avoid job descriptions that imply any technical background will do.
Target mid-to-large enterprises over small businesses
Companies with mature IT infrastructure are more likely to sponsor visas and have established HR and legal processes for doing so. Organizations running Microsoft 365 at scale almost always require dedicated, credentialed administrators to manage the environment.
Certifications strengthen your specialty occupation case
Microsoft certifications like MS-102 or MS-900 signal that the role demands specialized knowledge beyond general IT work. Petitions with strong certification records alongside a relevant degree face fewer USCIS requests for evidence.
Understand how TN visa classification works for this role
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN status under the Systems Analyst or Computer Systems Analyst category. The role must clearly involve systems-level administration, not basic helpdesk support, to qualify under the USMCA occupation list.
Prepare your employer to document prevailing wage compliance
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for Microsoft 365 Administrators in your work location. This is a required step before any H-1B petition is filed with USCIS.
Highlight cloud and security scope in your offer letter
Sponsorship petitions are stronger when the job description references specialized responsibilities like Entra ID governance, Conditional Access policies, or Purview compliance tools rather than generic admin tasks that generalists could perform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Microsoft 365 Administrator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires careful framing. USCIS has challenged IT administrator petitions when job descriptions are too broad or suggest any technical degree suffices. The strongest petitions specify a requirement for a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field, and describe responsibilities, such as identity management, compliance configuration, or tenant security architecture, that demand that specific educational background.
What degree do I need to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a Microsoft 365 Administrator?
A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information technology, information systems, or a related field is the standard requirement. Some employers accept degrees in adjacent fields when combined with Microsoft certifications. Foreign three-year degrees are sometimes accepted if evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but evaluation outcomes vary and should be reviewed by your employer's immigration counsel before filing.
Are Canadian nationals eligible for TN status as a Microsoft 365 Administrator?
Yes, if the role is classified correctly. Canadian nationals can enter under the Systems Analyst TN category, which covers professionals who analyze and configure complex computer systems, including cloud-based platforms like Microsoft 365. The job duties must reflect systems-level analysis and administration rather than routine support tasks. A detailed offer letter describing the technical scope of the role is essential for TN entry at the border.
How common is H-1B sponsorship for Microsoft 365 Administrator roles?
Sponsorship is relatively common among enterprise employers, managed service providers, and large financial, healthcare, and government contracting organizations. These environments run Microsoft 365 at a scale that requires dedicated administrators rather than generalist IT staff. Smaller companies with fewer than 50 employees sponsor less frequently, both because of cost and because their IT needs are often met by contractors or multi-role generalists. Browse current sponsored openings on Migrate Mate to identify which employer types are actively hiring.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Microsoft 365 Administrator jobs?
Yes. H-1B visa portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you have an unexpired H-1B status and no unauthorized gap in employment. The new employer must file a new I-129 petition and Labor Condition Application. Roles at different companies may involve different Microsoft 365 environments and responsibilities, so confirming specialty occupation alignment with the new position before filing is worth doing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Microsoft 365 Administrator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.