dismissed H-1B Case: Information Technology
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'senior project lead' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The evidence, including the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, did not establish that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for entry into the position. The AAO found the petitioner's attempt to equate the role with higher-paying occupations like 'Software Developers' or 'Computer and Information Systems Managers' unpersuasive, highlighting the significant wage disparity.
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