Larbi Chakir

(US Citizen)
10762 Main Street # 202 lc75639c@
westpost.net
Fairfax, VA 22030
(571) 275-2390

Objective
I am seeking an entry level position that will allow me to contribute my strong
technical skills and experience with a growing and dynamic firm

Education
Master in Applied Information Technology
May 2010
George Mason University Fairfax, VA
GPA: 3.73/4.00
B.S in IT, concentration in Information Security and Network Administration
Dec 2008
Minor in Business Administration Fairfax, VA
George Mason University
Major GPA: 3.26/4.00 Overall GPA: 3.08/4.00
Certifications: Security+ / Network+ / Project+ / RBT Systems: Copper Based Netw
ork Cabling / Fiber Optic Network Cabling

Key Skills
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills. Well organized and proficient w
ith details. Familiar with a vast array of programming languages, concepts and t
echnologies.
Security Technologies:
Hardware forensics, Security Risk Management & Policy Design, Anti-Virus Tools (
Norton, Symantec etc.) Software
MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, MS SharePoint, SysML, OneNote, Adobe Photoshop/
Premiere, Illustrator, Flash, Fireworks Languages & Systems
Visual Basic, SQL, PHP, HTML, CSS, Java, Windows XP/Vista/7, Linux OS Ubuntu Dat
abase & Networking
Data modeling, Relational Database, Network Management, VLANs , VPNs, Routing, F
irewalls, TCP/IP, IPv4 Subnet Masking

Languages
Arabic(fluent) French (fluent ) English (fluent)

Work Experience
IT Security Intern Dec 08 - March 09
George Mason University IT Security office
* Inspected equipment at least twice weekly to proactively identify and solve pr
oblems.
* Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network problems.
* Maintained up-to-date knowledge of hardware and software security news.
* Created educational presentation about the latest cyber security threats.
Customer Service Representative / Teller
May 05 - March 07
Bank of America
* Successfully handled and processed deposits, withdrawals, check cashing, balan
cing daily cash blotters.
* Accurately handled up to 15,000 dollars in cash daily.
* Resolved problems or discrepancies concerning customers' accounts
* Explained, promoted, or sold products or services such as Mortgage loans, pers
onal loans, Money market saving, Certificate of Deposit, savings bonds, traveler
s' checks.
* Actively Listened to customer concerns and helped them solve any issues regard
ing their bank account, use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and we
aknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
* Established and maintained good interpersonal relationships with customers.
* Recognized for constantly exceeding sales goals.
Cashier & Key manager 2002 - 2005
Rite Aid Pharmacy
* Supervised and trained new cashier
* Responsible for the daily technical operation and maintenance of the photo dep
artment
* Assisted manager in duties with making deposits, cash withdrawals from cashier
s and the overall supervision of the store.
* Controlled inventory by performing proper receiving and stocking including acc
urate cycle counting, processing merchandise transfers according to procedures.
* Handled all customer transactions in a timely and courteous manner and assiste
d with their shopping need.
* Assisted with the general maintenance and appearance of the store by ensuring
a safe and pleasing environment for both customers and associates
* Achieved several awards for outstanding customer service.

Activities and Interests

I have a great interest in Photography and Painting; I like to play Chess, colle
ct foreign currency and stamps. Astronomy, Soccer, Weightlifting and traveling.
Active membership: CompTIA IT Pro

Resume in PDF: http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B0cPLOradq9MODc4YzgzZTEtNjViZ

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Cover letter in PDF: http://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B0cPLOradq9MODZiZjQwNzY
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References: Available upon Request