Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): did not establish the proffered "tech lead" position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered "tech lead" position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for the position. The AAO found the petitioner's comparison to a "Computer and Information Systems Manager" unpersuasive due to differences in duties and a significant disparity in prevailing wages.
Criteria Discussed
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
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