Karl Violette
About Karl Violette
Karl Violette is an IT Auditor at MassMutual Financial Group with extensive experience in IT security audits and risk assessments across multiple continents.
Title and Current Role
Karl Violette is currently working as an IT Auditor at MassMutual Financial Group. In this role, he focuses on preparing regulated accounts for compliance and audits. His responsibilities include internal and external audits, risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to various regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining MassMutual Financial Group, Karl Violette spent a significant part of his career at IBM. He served as an IT Auditor from 2005 to 2015, conducting IT security audits and risk assessments globally. From 2003 to 2005, he worked as an IT Architect in Inter-Enterprise Security, engaging in complex security planning and implementation projects.
Technical Role at Diageo
Karl Violette further honed his technical skills at Diageo, where he worked from 2001 to 2003 in Stamford, CT. He was involved in Technical Planning & Design, contributing to the company's technological framework and security protocols.
Education Background
Karl Violette holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marketing from Southern New Hampshire University. He completed his degree between 1980 and 1982. This educational background provided him with the foundational skills necessary for his diverse roles in IT auditing and security.
Global Audit and Risk Management Expertise
With extensive experience in IT security audits and risk assessments in nearly 30 countries across the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Africa, Karl Violette has a broad international perspective. He has planned and tested engagements that review documented security policies, processes, regulatory compliance, and controls. His work often involves high-priority audits and readiness for examinations including HIPAA and FFIEC.