Tarek Aboukharma
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
CYBERSECURITY, NETWORKS, UNIX
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity student with a strong foundation in network administration, system security, and IT infrastructure. Adept at managing network performance, troubleshooting technical issues, and implementing cybersecurity solutions. Proven experience in building and hosting web applications and developing Al- based projects. Eager to contribute to an organization through an entry-level IT role or internship, leveraging strong analytical skills and a passion for technology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Computer Repair Technician
PCS FOR REFUGEES
Phoenix , AZ
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: A 501c3 nonprofit organization that collects, refurbished, distributes free computers to our refugee community as well as run free computer courses for children and adults here in Arizona
- We have provided over 4,000 free computers to our new neighbors
- Provided technical support for hardware/software issues, optimizing performance for diverse computer systems
- Installed, configured, and updated operating systems and applications, ensuring secure setups for users
- Conducted regular system maintenance to ensure hardware and software were up-to-date and running efficiently
- Assisted with employee training on IT systems, improving the technical proficiency of new staff members
- Developed and implemented disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical data and minimize potential downtime
- Managed hardware/software inventory, ensuring licensing compliance and streamlined system performance
Education
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity Operations
Pima Community College
Phoenix, AZ01.2025
Skills
- Cybersecurity & Threat Mitigation
- Firewall & Intrusion Detection
- Raspberry Pi Development
- Operating Systems: UNIX/Linux, Windows Server
- Cybersecurity Tools: Firewalls, Antivirus Software, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
- Network Administration: Network File Systems, System Monitoring, Backup and Restore Procedures
- Programming & Scripting: Bash, PowerShell (Basic), Python
- System Management: Installing OS, Kernel Configuration, Disk/File System Management
- Network Security: Troubleshooting, Configuring Secure Environments, Monitoring for Threats
- Raspberry Pi Projects: Al Voice Assistants, Web Hosting, Application Deployment
- General IT Skills: Hardware Installation, Software Configuration, Network Connectivity, Data Backup
- Key Concepts: Intellectual Property, Copyright Laws, Cost-Benefit Analysis in IT Decision-Making, Software Liability
Languages
Foreign Languages, Fluent in Arabic, & Turkish. Conversational Spanish
Timeline
Senior Computer Repair Technician
PCS FOR REFUGEES
01.2016 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity Operations
Pima Community College
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