Tarik El Khamlichi
About Tarik El Khamlichi
Tarik El Khamlichi is a Cybersecurity Program Director with over 22 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity. He has held various leadership roles in organizations such as BDSI Maroc, Depa Group, and Atos, and is proficient in multiple cybersecurity frameworks and IT management methodologies.
Current Position as Cybersecurity Program Director
Tarik El Khamlichi currently serves as a Cybersecurity Program Director at a confidential organization in Morocco. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the development and implementation of cybersecurity strategies and programs. His role involves overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity and IT Management
Prior to his current role, Tarik El Khamlichi worked at Atos as an IT Director and Cybersecurity Expert from 2020 to 2023. He also served as a Cybersecurity Expert at BDSI Maroc for eight months in 2020. His extensive experience includes positions at Depa Group as Sr. IT Manager/CIO from 2008 to 2013 and as Head of IT at Roca Sanitario, S.A. from 2002 to 2006.
Educational Background and Certifications
Tarik El Khamlichi studied at Université Hassan 1er, where he earned a DESS in Ingénierie Systèmes et Réseaux Informatiques from 1999 to 2003. He holds multiple certifications, including Prince2 Foundation & Practitioner, COBIT5, ITILv3, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, and CCNA, among others. These qualifications support his expertise in IT strategy and governance.
Expertise in Cybersecurity and IT Frameworks
Tarik El Khamlichi is proficient in various cybersecurity concepts, including security monitoring, incident response, and threat vectors such as Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and DDoS attacks. He is familiar with security frameworks and standards, including NIST and MITRE ATT&CK, and has experience managing digital transformations across multiple sectors.
Experience with IT Systems and Project Management
Tarik El Khamlichi has extensive experience in deploying and managing ERP and CRM systems, including Sage, SAP/S4HANA, Dynamics, Navision, Odoo, and UNIFY. He is skilled in program and project management methodologies such as Prince2, PMP, Agile, and Scrum, ensuring effective IT service management and operations using tools like ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, and JIRA.