Cybersecurity – How to minimize risks in the Marine Industry
Presented by SNAME Corporate Affiliate
As vessels become more electric, digital, and connected than ever before, it is of vital importance that we empower seafarers with reliable solutions that are cyber secure. ABB works closely with designers as well as shipowners, shipyards, and classification societies to enhance cyber resilience of ships and ensure they fulfill both International Maritime Organization (IMO) and state specific requirements. In this exclusive webinar, we will explore how industry leaders and designers can collaboratively support the industry to identify threats while ensuring safety and reliability of the vessel crew and passengers.
Speakers
Ahmad Hassen / Bruce Strupp
Ahmed Hassan, Head of Cyber Security, ABB Marine and Ports
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Ahmed Hassan is the head of cyber security at ABB Marine and Ports, a global leader in maritime vessel and port electrification and automation. In this role, Ahmed is responsible for working with maritime owners, operators, shipyards and naval architects to develop, propose and deliver complete cyber security solutions fulfilling cyber security recognized international standards, increase cyber security visibility, improve ability to protect from and respond to cyber security attacks.
Ahmed has 15 years of experience in OT systems, with the focus on Industrial Automation. Ahmed has worked in many different roles including: Project engineer, System 800xA Engineer, System specialist, 800xA system owner Norway, Newbuild Cyber security responsible Norway, Global Newbuild cyber security responsible, global cyber security product manager and finally head of cyber security for NewBuild, Services and products. Ahmed is graduated from faculty of Engineering in Helwan university in Egypt with a bachelor’s degree of Power and Machine systems 2007, specialized in control and Automation systems.
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Bruce A. Strupp Jr., Senior Account Manager, ABB
Bruce A. Strupp Jr. is a Senior Account Manager at ABB, a global leader in maritime vessel and port electrification and automation. In this role, Bruce is responsible for working with maritime owners, operators, shipyards and naval architects to develop, propose and deliver complete propulsion systems that reduce vessel emissions, improve vessel operational efficiency and improve vessel, operator and passenger safety in the North American ferry market.
Bruce has over 25 years of combined global maritime industry experience and has worked in many different roles including: Sales, Propulsion System & Engine Product Development, Business Development, Strategy Development, Project Management, Ship Operations, Product Support, Six Sigma and Service Engineering. Prior to joining ABB, Bruce worked at Caterpillar Inc. for 21 years. Bruce is a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy and earned a bachelor’s degree in Marine Systems Engineering. Bruce previously held a Third Assistant Engineer’s License, unlimited tonnage steam and diesel, and has served in the United States Naval Reserve.
