Network Operations Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Network Operations Specialist roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship straightforward for candidates with a networking or computer science degree. Many positions also fit TN visa and E-3 visa pathways. Demand across ISPs, cloud providers, and enterprise IT teams keeps LCA filings active year-round.
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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Network Support Technician provides network infrastructure support for all locations within the Service Operation North America (SONA) footprint (9 sites) and acts as a resource for all Volvo Americas sites in network standardization and support. This position occurs as part of the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
In this role it is critical to work together with regional and global colleagues to deliver new and upgraded infrastructure for business solutions and the end-user IT environment. This includes, but is not limited to, hosting platforms (typically x86), Windows OS, LAN (wired and wireless), Windows enterprise client solutions for office and warehouse, personal mobility, and specialized warehouse devices such as bar code scanners, forklift mounted hardware, and specialized printing technology. These technologies are highly standardized in Volvo Group IT business practice and much of the work is conducted according to standard processes and methodologies. Most server and network hardware is configured according to Standard Operating Environment (SOE) specifications, common throughout Volvo’s global network.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide localized time critical support of a global network infrastructure in the Distribution Center environment.
- Provide support/maintenance of standard infrastructure components on behalf of our Infrastructure supplier.
- Expert understanding of Cisco switching and routing.
- Expert in Cisco Wired and Wireless LAN equipment and technologies.
- Proficient in complex testing / analysis of all elements of network infrastructure.
- Proficient in network device troubleshooting (wired/wireless/device).
- Proficient in managing the change process in a production environment.
- Proficient knowledge of IP Telephony and convergences of technology as related to voice and data communications.
- Provides project implementation support to meet business objectives.
- Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems.
- Follows company guidelines and procedures for trouble resolution and work effort reporting.
- Assist and implement daily adds, moves, and changes, including cabling infrastructure, and hardware (Racks, WIC’s, Patch Panels, Copper & Fiber Hardware).
- Coordinate network activities within the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
- Taking ownership and driving resolutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- 5-10 years of experience with LAN technologies, including multiple network operating systems (topologies and Wide Area Networking).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
- 5-10 years experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
- Ability to work in a team environment managing multiple priorities.
- Motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- 5-10 years’ experience supporting manufacturing operations in the transportation industry.
- A current Cisco CCNA certification.
- ITIL v4 Foundation is a plus.
- BlueCat (any) certification is a plus.
COMPENSATION
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $83,500.00 - $103,100.00 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
- Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
- Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
- Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations (DTO) is a new division. The organizational set up is structured around domains, digital products with functions for digital excellence to deliver outstanding customer experience.
Joining the new DTO division means being part of a fast-moving digital product-oriented organization where teams truly own what they build from idea to delivery. In DTO, we work in agile, cross-functional teams, mastering the latest technology, and creating outstanding digital experiences that make a real difference for our colleagues and Volvo Group customers around the world. We put people first and build our culture on trust, passion, customer success, change, and performance. If you want to grow, collaborate across functions and entities, and help shape the future of digital products within Volvo Group, DTO is a great place to be.
In some countries and for specific positions within Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations, background checks may be required, in accordance with local laws & regulations. If this is applicable to the role you have applied for, you will be informed.
INTRODUCTION
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Network Support Technician provides network infrastructure support for all locations within the Service Operation North America (SONA) footprint (9 sites) and acts as a resource for all Volvo Americas sites in network standardization and support. This position occurs as part of the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
In this role it is critical to work together with regional and global colleagues to deliver new and upgraded infrastructure for business solutions and the end-user IT environment. This includes, but is not limited to, hosting platforms (typically x86), Windows OS, LAN (wired and wireless), Windows enterprise client solutions for office and warehouse, personal mobility, and specialized warehouse devices such as bar code scanners, forklift mounted hardware, and specialized printing technology. These technologies are highly standardized in Volvo Group IT business practice and much of the work is conducted according to standard processes and methodologies. Most server and network hardware is configured according to Standard Operating Environment (SOE) specifications, common throughout Volvo’s global network.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide localized time critical support of a global network infrastructure in the Distribution Center environment.
- Provide support/maintenance of standard infrastructure components on behalf of our Infrastructure supplier.
- Expert understanding of Cisco switching and routing.
- Expert in Cisco Wired and Wireless LAN equipment and technologies.
- Proficient in complex testing / analysis of all elements of network infrastructure.
- Proficient in network device troubleshooting (wired/wireless/device).
- Proficient in managing the change process in a production environment.
- Proficient knowledge of IP Telephony and convergences of technology as related to voice and data communications.
- Provides project implementation support to meet business objectives.
- Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems.
- Follows company guidelines and procedures for trouble resolution and work effort reporting.
- Assist and implement daily adds, moves, and changes, including cabling infrastructure, and hardware (Racks, WIC’s, Patch Panels, Copper & Fiber Hardware).
- Coordinate network activities within the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
- Taking ownership and driving resolutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- 5-10 years of experience with LAN technologies, including multiple network operating systems (topologies and Wide Area Networking).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
- 5-10 years experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
- Ability to work in a team environment managing multiple priorities.
- Motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- 5-10 years’ experience supporting manufacturing operations in the transportation industry.
- A current Cisco CCNA certification.
- ITIL v4 Foundation is a plus.
- BlueCat (any) certification is a plus.
COMPENSATION
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $83,500.00 - $103,100.00 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
- Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
- Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
- Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations (DTO) is a new division. The organizational set up is structured around domains, digital products with functions for digital excellence to deliver outstanding customer experience.
Joining the new DTO division means being part of a fast-moving digital product-oriented organization where teams truly own what they build from idea to delivery. In DTO, we work in agile, cross-functional teams, mastering the latest technology, and creating outstanding digital experiences that make a real difference for our colleagues and Volvo Group customers around the world. We put people first and build our culture on trust, passion, customer success, change, and performance. If you want to grow, collaborate across functions and entities, and help shape the future of digital products within Volvo Group, DTO is a great place to be.
In some countries and for specific positions within Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations, background checks may be required, in accordance with local laws & regulations. If this is applicable to the role you have applied for, you will be informed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Network Operations Specialist
Align your degree to NOC job duties
Specialty occupation approval hinges on a direct connection between your degree field and the role. A degree in computer science, information technology, or telecommunications maps cleanly to Network Operations Specialist duties and reduces RFE risk at USCIS.
Check prevailing wage tiers before accepting offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area and experience level before you negotiate. Your offered salary must meet the LCA-certified prevailing wage, and Level I postings sometimes signal a mismatch that can complicate your petition later.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find Network Operations Specialist roles at employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation. That history signals an internal sponsorship process already exists, cutting weeks off your timeline.
Verify your certifications strengthen the specialty occupation case
CCNA, CompTIA Network+, and similar credentials don't substitute for a bachelor's degree in a related field, but they reinforce that the role requires specialized knowledge. Include them in your resume and employer documentation to support the H-1B specialty occupation argument.
Clarify PERM timing if the employer mentions green card sponsorship
Some network operations roles are classified under EB-3 Skilled Worker, which requires a PERM labor certification from DOL before the I-140 can be filed. Ask your employer whether they intend to sponsor and whether they've run PERM for similar roles before.
Confirm E-3 or TN eligibility if you hold the right passport
Australian nationals can pursue an E-3 for network operations roles without entering the H-1B lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals should check whether their specific role appears on the USMCA TN profession list, as "Computer Systems Analyst" is the most common qualifying title.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Operations Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Network operations roles that require a degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline typically meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles posted as accepting any degree or no degree can draw an RFE, so the job description wording matters.
Which visas can sponsor a Network Operations Specialist?
The H-1B is the most common path for most nationalities. Australian nationals can use the E-3, which carries a separate cap and skips the lottery entirely. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN if the role maps to a recognized USMCA profession. Candidates already in F-1 OPT or STEM OPT status can work while an H-1B petition is filed. Use Migrate Mate to find employers actively filing for this role under each visa type.
What degree does a Network Operations Specialist need for visa sponsorship?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or telecommunications is the strongest credential. Some employers accept electrical engineering or a closely related field if the coursework covered networking fundamentals. Associate degrees generally don't satisfy the specialty occupation threshold on their own, though a combination of an associate degree plus significant directly relevant experience may be evaluated by USCIS on a case-by-case basis.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Network Operations Specialist candidates?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions are subject to an annual lottery, and selection rules have changed in recent years. If you're not selected, your employer can refile in the next registration cycle. Working for a cap-exempt employer, such as a university, nonprofit research institution, or certain government-affiliated organizations, bypasses the lottery entirely. USCIS maintains current guidance on cap exemptions and registration procedures.
What should I look for in an employer before accepting a Network Operations Specialist offer as a sponsorship candidate?
Confirm the employer has sponsored similar roles before, understands the LCA prevailing wage requirement, and has HR or legal resources to manage the USCIS filing timeline. Employers new to sponsorship often underestimate DOL and USCIS processing windows. Check whether they offer premium processing, since standard I-129 timelines can extend several months and may affect your start date or status transition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Network Operations Specialist 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.