Michael DeVolld

With 25 years of experience in the maritime sector, Michael is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the global Maritime Transportation System (MTS). A retired US Coast Guard Officer, he has conducted numerous safety and compliance inspections, investigated high-profile marine casualties, and established a cybersecurity program at USCG Cyber Command. Previously, as a Business Information Security Officer for Royal Caribbean Group, Michael developed strategies to maintain the cybersecurity and regulatory compliance of the company's global cruise fleet. Holding a B.S. in Computer Science and an M.S. in Telecommunications, he currently serves as ABS Consulting's Maritime Cybersecurity Director. In this role, he specializes in managing cyber risks, implementing technical solutions, shaping policy and governance, providing expert advisory services, and designing custom solutions to meet maritime regulatory requirements and best practices.