Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2017): did not establish the proffered 'systems analyst' position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'systems analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The record did not describe the job duties with sufficient detail to demonstrate they require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, nor did it establish that non-speculative work was secured for the beneficiary for the entire requested period.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Bachelor'S Degree Or Equivalent As Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Position'S Complexity Requiring A Degree Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties Availability Of Sufficient Work For The Requested Period
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