H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2017): did not establish the proffered 'programmer analyst'

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'programmer analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that, based on the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not a normal minimum requirement for Computer Systems Analyst positions, as degrees in broad fields like business or liberal arts are also common. This failure to demonstrate a consistent, specialized degree requirement meant the position did not meet the criteria for a specialty occupation.

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