Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2006): did not establish the proffered programmer analyst position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a computer consulting firm, failed to establish that the proffered programmer analyst position was a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence from the end-client, where the beneficiary would work, to provide a comprehensive description of the job duties. Without this information, it could not be determined that the position required the highly specialized knowledge associated with a bachelor's degree.
Criteria Discussed
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
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