Dear Hiring Manager,
My name is (Name) and I am applying for the (IT Security Position) you are offering. I recently graduated from North Carolina State University in Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, and I am currently employed as a network technician.
In my current job my main roles are network troubleshooting and basic system administration. I help setup new computers and users on corporate domains for a HIPAA certified environment. One of my main focuses is in security to ensure our HIPPAA certification. This includes working in Active Directory on Windows 2008 R2 and Sonicwall. I ensure virus definitions are up to date and speedy spyware removal. I also help educate our clients on proper computer usage to minimize problems and security risks.
I have some basic scripting knowledge using Perl, Python, and Lua. I have used these scripting languages in classroom and personal settings, including automating some functions on my computer. I also received a Network Security Certificate at (Community College) including a Cisco certification course.
Thank you sincerely for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.
