sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Data Analysis
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, concluding the 'Data Analyst III' position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The appeal was sustained because, upon de novo review, the AAO found that the position's specific duties were sufficiently specialized and complex to require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, thus meeting the regulatory requirements for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation
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