Makram Hatoum received his Master of Engineering in Computer and Communications Engineering from Antonine University (Lebanon) in 2013. He pursued his research at the University of Bourgogne Franche-Comté, where he earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering.
In 2013, Makram began his career as a Network Engineer at GlobalCom Holding. Over the years, he advanced to become the Head of Core Planning and Network Operations at Mobi, Lebanon, a position he held until 2022.
In 2021, he started as a part-time lecturer at the Arab Open University (AOU), Faculty of Computer Studies (FCS), Lebanon branch. Currently, as an Assistant Professor at AOU, he is committed to creating engaging and interactive learning environments. He strives to make complex concepts accessible and enjoyable, fostering a deep understanding and appreciation for the subject among his students.
Makram is a lifelong learner, believing that teaching and learning are interrelated processes. Through his teaching and research, he aims to contribute to the advancement of science and technology. He serves as a reviewer for several journals, with main research interests in Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, Security, Cryptography, and Networking.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Makram is a friendly and approachable individual who thrives on building new connections and fostering relationships. His ability to connect with others enhances his teaching and mentoring, making a positive impact on both his colleagues and students.
- Information Security.
- Network Security.
- Algorithms, Data Structures, and Computability.
- Operating System Server Administration.
- Managing IT: the why, the what, and the how.
- Web technologies.
- Object Oriented Programming using Java.
- Python Programming.
- Introduction to Programming.
- .NET Programming.
- MSc Thesis Supervision
- Arab Open University:
Assistant Professor 2023-Present
Part-time Lecturer 2021-2023
- Cedarcom-Mobi:
Head of Core Planning and Network Operations 2021-2023- Planned, directed, maintained, and coordinated network installation and operations projects
- Managed and carried out the supervision and delivery of multi-stage projects and conducted business plans
- Operated and expanded the MPLS service provider network and handled the development of core network architecture
- Managed and mentored the Network Engineering team by providing overall guidance and supervision
- Configured, monitored, and troubleshot network problems
- GlobalCom Holding:
Senior Core Network Engineer: 2013-2021- Managed the DSP network (Provider and Provider Edge MPLS routers, and access switches)
- Maintained the ISP core network, including connectivity to upstream providers and other services
- Managed a large-scale data center for ISP/DSP
- Configured and troubleshot multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Nokia, Juniper, Mikrotik, etc.)
- Provided consultancy services to VIP clients
- Handled new installations for network elements and followed up on Backbone network performance and troubleshooting problems
- Executed performance acceptance tests after a new network element is activated
- Updated and published all network diagrams, documentation, and databases
- Assisted Network teams in escalated cases
- Journal, Signal Processing: Image Communication
Using Deep Learning for Image Watermarking Attack
Makram Hatoum, Jean-François Couchot, Raphaël Couturier, Rony Darazi | 2021
- Journal, Multimedia Tools and Applications
Normalized Blind STDM Watermarking Scheme for Images and PDF Documents robust against Fixed Gain Attack
Makram Hatoum, Jean-François Couchot, Rony Darazi | 2020
- Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté
Digital watermarking for PDF documents and images: security, robustness and AI-based attack
Makram Hatoum| 2020
- Article, International Conference on Security and Cryptography
Blind PDF Document Watermarking Robust Against PCA and ICA Attacks
Makram Hatoum, Jean-François Couchot, Rony Darazi | 2018
- Article, IEEE International Multidisciplinary Conference on Engineering Technology (IMCET)
Blind Image Watermarking using Normalized STDM robust against Fixed Gain Attack
Makram Hatoum, Jean-François Couchot, Rony Darazi | 2018