About This Reading List
Who We Are
This reading list is curated by Andrzej “Andy” Gab, founder of Ogmios Maritime Cybersecurity and CyberBRIDGE — a maritime cybersecurity consultancy bridging the gap between cybersecurity expertise and the maritime industry.
With hands-on experience in maritime cybersecurity consulting, training, and compliance, Andy has reviewed and selected these 30 books as essential reading for anyone working in or entering the maritime cybersecurity field.
Why This List
The maritime industry faces unique cybersecurity challenges — from shipboard OT/ICS systems and satellite communications to port infrastructure and global supply chains. Yet finding the right resources to learn about these topics can be overwhelming.
This curated list brings together the best books across key maritime cybersecurity domains:
- Maritime-specific cybersecurity — books focused directly on ships, ports, and maritime operations
- Industrial Control Systems (ICS/OT) — because shipboard systems share DNA with industrial environments
- Critical infrastructure protection — the broader context of securing vital systems
- Supply chain security — essential for the globally connected maritime ecosystem
- Frameworks and risk management — NIST, ISO 27001, and structured approaches to cyber risk
- Satellite and navigation security — GNSS spoofing, VSAT vulnerabilities, and space-based threats
- Incident response and threat hunting — preparing for and responding to maritime cyber incidents
- Security awareness — the human factor that remains the #1 vulnerability
How We Select Books
Each book on this list has been selected based on:
- Relevance to maritime cybersecurity professionals
- Quality of content and author expertise
- Availability on major book retailers
- Currency — preference for recent editions, though foundational texts are included regardless of age
Contact
Questions or suggestions? Reach us at a.gab@ogmios.pl
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