Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2020): did not establish the proffered position of 'senior
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'senior programmer analyst' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The petitioner and its end-client provided overly broad and inconsistent educational requirements, accepting degrees from a wide range of disciplines rather than a specific specialty directly related to the position's duties.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Bachelor'S Degree Normally Required Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer Normally Requires Degree Specialized And Complex Duties
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