Academic Credentials
  • Ph.D., Software Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2016
  • M.S., Software Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2013
  • B.S., Electrical Engineering, Washington State University, 2010

Dr. Maass is a pioneer in product cybersecurity and regulatory compliance, specializing in the security of safety-critical, AI-driven systems. With almost two decade's worth of professional cybersecurity experience, he has a distinguished track record of bridging the gap between complex technical architecture and executive business strategy.

Throughout his career, Dr. Maass has implemented mission-critical security mechanisms — including secure identity, key management, secure communications, and secure flashing — across a variety of electronic control units, such as LiDAR, cameras, and high-performance computers. Dr. Maass' work in session key generation and device provisioning has redefined how autonomous platforms manage trust. Dr. Maass holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Software Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and is a primary contributor to industry publications like Safety First for Automated Driving.