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Work History
Education
Skills
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Hi, I’m

KARIM MOKADDAM

IT Audit Specialist
Beirut

Summary

Strategic and emotionally intelligent IT Audit Specialist with hands-on experience across IT governance, access management, cybersecurity frameworks, and digital transformation initiatives. Recognized for strong communication and cross-functional collaboration, I’ve led audits across several countries and worked closely with IT, SOC, and business leaders to drive remediation and compliance. My journey through multi-country audits and stakeholder engagements has taught me how to balance structure with collaboration, deepening both my technical expertise and leadership style. I aim to grow into IT Audit Management and cybersecurity leadership roles, ultimately leading digital transformation across global entities. I combine strategic thinking with strong emotional intelligence, allowing me to navigate complex team dynamics, communicate effectively across all organizational levels, and adapt to challenges with empathy and resilience. In fast-paced audit environments, I bring calm focus and collaborative energy, ensuring alignment between technical controls and business objectives.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

2
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
2
Languages

Work History

AZADEA GROUP

01.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Lead audits across IT governance, access management, security configurations, application controls, and backup controls
  • Identified risks and delivered structured audit reports with risk ratings, recommendations, and remediation tracking
  • Collaborated with IT and business teams to ensure compliance and timely resolution of audit findings
  • Contributed to IT audit plans and risk assessments spanning 17 countries
  • Worked alongside the SOC to support cybersecurity monitoring and compliance
  • Participated in multi-country audits to maintain standardized control practices across 45 brands

AZADEA GROUP

12.2023 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Supported audits covering access reviews, configuration management, and cybersecurity for 45 international brands
  • Documented test procedures and walkthroughs for control design and effectiveness validation
  • Reviewed cloud security controls and implemented mitigations for AWS and Microsoft Azure
  • Implemented cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT

HOFFMAN-LA ROCHE

09.2023 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Provided technical support to internal users including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues
  • Supported IT team in system configurations and user account management
  • Gained exposure to corporate IT environments and service desk operations

Education

LEBANESE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology Management
01.2020 - 01.2023

Skills

ITGC

Certification

Cybersecurity Strategy & Implementation, ACS Training & Technologies, 01/01/24

Additional Information

Open to relocation and international assignments. Committed to ongoing learning and global collaboration. In addition to my technical and professional experience, I believe in the importance of maintaining a balanced and grounded lifestyle. Outside of work, I enjoy playing basketball, going on hikes, and spending quality time with friends. These activities help me stay energized, motivated, and mentally clear. I value a healthy work-life balance as it allows me to bring my best self to my professional role. I’m passionate about continuous learning and self-improvement—always seeking to develop new technical skills while strengthening leadership capabilities. I believe that staying curious, open-minded, and emotionally attuned are key traits for anyone aiming to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the workplace.

Timeline

AZADEA GROUP
01.2025 - Current

AZADEA GROUP
12.2023 - 12.2024

HOFFMAN-LA ROCHE
09.2023 - 11.2023

LEBANESE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology Management
01.2020 - 01.2023
KARIM MOKADDAMIT Audit Specialist