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Christopher Harris

Lebanon,IL

Summary

Aspiring IT professional with certifications in MTA Security, while in pursuit of CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications as well. Forward-thinking IT and Security professional, highly motivated and productive in team environments as well as independently. Proven customer service abilities; developing a solid rapport with customers; gaining an understanding of and meeting their needs, while employing strong leadership techniques to generate an accomplishment-driven workplace; resulting in employee loyalty, corporate success and customer satisfaction. I am pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Armed Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Christian Hospital Northeast
08.2023 - 08.2025
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
  • Operated communication equipment to maintain contact with other security personnel during emergency calls.
  • Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports to facilitate appropriate follow-up.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Operated multi-line telephone system answering approximately 40 calls a day, prioritized calls and initiated appropriate action based on incident type and importance.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.

Slot Floor Person

Casino Queen
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Responded to 10 to 15 patron questions about functions of slot machines and explained how to use devices
  • Listened effectively and used issue resolution skills to efficiently handle all guest complaints and promote brand loyalty
  • Identified issues with malfunctioning slot machines and reported devices to maintenance department for service, and fixed the slot machines if the problem was under my scope
  • Troubleshot machine malfunctions and diagnosed root causes.
  • Dispensed machine payouts and provided change for players.
  • Reported and filed paperwork for casino transactions, noted and investigated discrepancies and reported on notable incidents.
  • Complied with casino policies and protocols to maintain transaction accuracy, efficiency and security.
  • Repaired problems and maintained machines in good working order.

Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Union Station Hotel by Hilton
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Operated and monitored fire alarm and security CCTV systems to maintain building safety.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, Approximately 40 telephone calls, and radio responses.
  • Operated multi-line telephone system, prioritized calls and initiated appropriate action based on incident type and importance.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.

Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Memorial Hospital Belleville
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Monitored 50 CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Contacted police, fire and ambulance in emergency situations to coordinate proper response.
  • Leveraged two-way radio or telephone to dispatch security officers or other personnel.
  • Operated multi-line telephone system, prioritized calls and initiated appropriate action based on incident type and importance.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.

Security Officer

Parkway Hotel
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.

ATM Technician

ATM SolutionsInc.
10.2015 - 05.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating and building rapport with businesses partners regarding their Atm transaction needs
  • Completed rebuilding and restoration services to restore machines to full functionality
  • Inspected systems, troubleshot faults and replaced malfunctioning parts with new or repaired components
  • Managed operating systems of ATM and transported money to accurate destinations
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines 2 times a week to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.

Security Officer

Lumiere Casino and Hotels
08.2008 - 09.2015

Provided excellent customer service to all guest and customers by effectively building rapport and addressing the security needs

  • Ensured that all guest and staff were protected by effectively investigating the premises and completing routine security duties.
  • Completed reports to gaming officers if needed when problems occurred, and documentation needed to be made
  • Operated 100s camera systems to assess the area of the company and to ensure that all camera systems was working properly during the working day

Education

Information Technology Systems Administrator Program - Information Technology

MyComputerCareer
Columbus, OH
09.2021

High School Diploma -

Belleville West High School
Belleville
05-2004

Skills

  • Systems: Windows 7/8/10, Mac OS X, iOS, DNS and DHCP, Network , Physical and Logical Security, Network Standards and Protocols, IPS/IDS Intrusion Prevention System and Intrusion Detection System
  • Software: Microsoft Firewalls, Identify types of Malware, Adobe Acrobat XI Professional, Scripting with Visual Basic, Classless IP Addressing
  • Install and configure computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers and scanners
  • Ability to stick to deadlines, prioritize and display problem-solving skills
  • Virus and malware mitigation, cleaning infected computers and implementation of Encryptions
  • Cloud Platform Support to include: Microsoft Azure, Office 365 and Google Cloud Applications
  • Implement wireless networks, and various topologies
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Public safety
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Data entry
  • Schedule management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Critical thinker

Certification

MTA Security

Timeline

Armed Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Christian Hospital Northeast
08.2023 - 08.2025

Slot Floor Person

Casino Queen
09.2019 - 12.2019

Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Union Station Hotel by Hilton
03.2018 - 12.2018

Security Officer/Security Dispatcher

Memorial Hospital Belleville
10.2017 - 01.2018

Security Officer

Parkway Hotel
06.2017 - 09.2017

ATM Technician

ATM SolutionsInc.
10.2015 - 05.2017

Security Officer

Lumiere Casino and Hotels
08.2008 - 09.2015

Information Technology Systems Administrator Program - Information Technology

MyComputerCareer

High School Diploma -

Belleville West High School
Christopher Harris