sustained H-1B

sustained H-1B Case: Computer Science

📅 Date unknown 👤 Company 📂 Computer Science

Decision Summary

The director denied the petition, finding the 'technical support' position was not a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal, reasoning that while a specific bachelor's degree might not be the normal minimum requirement for all such positions, the specific duties in this case—including custom software development, system design, configuration, and security administration for a state retirement system—were sufficiently specialized and complex to require knowledge associated with a bachelor's degree.

Criteria Discussed

A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For Entry Into The Particular Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That Knowledge Required To Perform The Duties Is Usually Associated With The Attainment Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree

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