Who We Are
ShipPaulJobs (SPJ) is an independent research and
intelligence platform dedicated to shaping the future of the maritime
industry through the convergence of Artificial Intelligence, data
analytics, and cybersecurity.
Founded by maritime professionals with hands-on experience in
shipbuilding, OT/IT security, and maritime compliance, SPJ bridges the gap
between traditional maritime operations and emerging digital technologies
— covering smart ship regulations such as
IACS UR E26 & E27, AI-driven operations, and
real-time threat intelligence.
What We Cover
🤖
AI & Data
Smart ship technology, predictive maintenance, AI-driven route
optimization, maritime data engineering
🔐
Cyber & OT Security
IACS UR E26/E27, OT/IT threats, GPS jamming, AIS spoofing, ransomware
targeting ports
📋
Compliance & Regulation
IMO resolutions, IACS unified requirements, port state control, cyber
risk management frameworks
🚢
Naval & Digital
Global newbuilding order trends, shipyard analysis, digital twin,
autonomous vessel technology
💼
Maritime Jobs & Talent Intelligence
Real-time global job trends in AI, Data & Cyber for the maritime
sector — aggregated from LinkedIn, Indeed, and major maritime
employers worldwide
🧭 Crew Change History
The SPJ crew has evolved over time. Explore each chapter of our journey below.
🚀 Blog Launch — Open Voyage
Blog Launch
The founding crew who set sail on ShipPaulJobs’ first voyage
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January 2025
Ship AI Crew — Jan 2025
Crew restructured around Maritime 4.0 · AI & Data
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November 2025
Marine Crew — Nov 2025
Marine experts joined, Cybersecurity capabilities strengthened
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January 2026 · Current
Ship AI Crew — Jan 2026
Active crew roster — currently on voyage
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Our Mission
ShipPaulJobs exists to provide
insight, context, and a point of reference for the maritime
industry as it navigates the intersection of technology, regulation, and
operational change.
We examine where the industry is heading — what capabilities are genuinely
needed, what roles are emerging, and what standards are shaping the next
generation of maritime professionals. Rather than simply reflecting current
demand, we aim to question assumptions, surface debate, and offer a
grounded perspective on what skills and knowledge actually matter in
Maritime AI, Data, Cybersecurity, and Smart Ship.
This platform is built for practitioners, researchers, and learners who
want more than a job board — those who want to understand the industry
deeply, engage with its challenges, and help define what good looks like in
a rapidly evolving Maritime 4.0 landscape.
Editorial Independence
All content published on ShipPaulJobs reflects independent research and
analysis. We are not affiliated with any shipyard, classification society,
or government body unless explicitly stated. Opinions expressed are those
of the authors and do not represent any official position.
Meet the Founder
Captain Paul
Founder & Editor-in-Chief · ShipPaulJobs
As Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ShipPaulJobs, I serve as a Director at a global Big 4 consulting firm, focusing on Maritime Cybersecurity, AI, and Data & Analytics for the maritime sector. With 20+ years of professional experience, my career has expanded continuously — from software development and shipbuilding IT through Smart Ship R&D, AI & data products, data strategy and governance, technology consulting, and into maritime cybersecurity and OT security.
Professional Journey
At first glance, these may look like separate career paths. In reality, they represent one continuously expanding journey across maritime, technology, data, AI and cybersecurity — each chapter building directly on the previous one.
S/W Development
→
Shipbuilding IT
→
Smart Ship
→
AI & Data
→
Data Strategy
→
Consulting
→
Cybersecurity
→
Maritime Cyber Resilience
→
ShipPaulJobs
Areas of Expertise
Maritime Cybersecurity
OT Security
IACS UR E26 / E27
Smart Ship
AI & Data Analytics
Data Strategy & Governance
Technology Consulting
Shipbuilding R&D
IMO Maritime Cyber Risk
Maritime Intelligence
Career
Current
Director · Global Big 4 Consulting Firm · 2023 – Present
Maritime Cybersecurity · AI · Data & Analytics · Technology Consulting
2018–
Founder & Editor-in-Chief · ShipPaulJobs · 2018 – Present
Maritime AI · Cybersecurity · Intelligence · Independent Research
2021–22
Acting Team Lead · GS Retail · 2021 – 2022
Data Governance · Data & Analytics
2011–21
Product Owner / Senior Researcher · DSME (Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering) · 2011 – 2021
Smart Ship · Shipbuilding R&D · IT / Production · Maritime Technology
2007–09
Assistant Manager / Software Developer · VISSEM Electronics · 2007 – 2009
Embedded Software · Win32 / MFC / .NET
Education
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) — Ph.D Candidate, Software Engineering
2020 – 2023 AI · Reinforcement Learning · NLP · Computer Vision · Recommender System
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) — M.S., Mobile Communication
2009 – 2011 · Embedded Systems · Digital Communication · Mobile Networks · HCI
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) — B.S., Computer Science
Software Engineering · Computer Systems
Certifications
2024
Gyeonggi Startup Hub Program Advance & Basic · Gyeonggi Business & Science Accelerator
2024
VC Sprint Season 4 · Early Startup Investors Summit (KESIA 2024-041)
2006
Engineer Information Processing · Human Resources Development Service of Korea 06201072559D
2003
Industrial Engineer Information Processing · Human Resources Development Service of Korea 03204132142M
2007
Embedded System Expert · BIT Education Center BIT No. 7504
2005
Windows Developer Advanced Course · Bit Computer BTC200509-0118
2003
.Net Export · Woosong IT Center No. WS_874
Patents
Central Controlling System of Ship Based on Cloud
KR · Jan 2019
Internet of Things Hub of Ships
KR · Jan 2019
System and Method for Managing Environment of Ship
KR · Jan 2019
Detection and Network System by Zone of Ship Based on Cloud
KR · Jan 2018
Pollution Compliance System and Method 5 Countries
KR · Jan 2018
Ship IoT Based Integrated Service System and Convergence Module
Pollution Compliance System Using IoT and Method
Pollution Compliance System and Method
Ship Pollutant Emissions Real-time Analysis, Recording & Monitoring System (Land-Sea Integrated)
Marine Weather Data Integration Environment Analysis Unit
Real-time Project and Knowledge Management System in Make-to-Order Production
Publications
Estimating Frame Algorithm and System Architecture for LED Screen
A frame prediction algorithm eliminating flicker and blank artifacts in full-color 240 Hz LED display systems, addressing Ghost Noise in LEDs with response times over 250 μs.
CDMA-based Remote LED Control System
Remote status monitoring for LED displays using CDMA wireless relay and DirectShow; includes encoding FPGA chip and Application Board PCB design for DVI-interface LED screens.
Why ShipPaulJobs
ShipPaulJobs is not simply a blog. It is an independent knowledge platform built from 20+ years of practical experience across software, shipbuilding, Smart Ship, AI, data and cybersecurity — translated into original technical content, knowledge series, and maritime intelligence tools for practitioners and organizations navigating Maritime 4.0.
Crew and Technical Advisors (Iaan · Richard · Changmin · Bruno and more) — detailed profiles and LinkedIn information available on the page below.
Full Crew Profiles & LinkedIn →
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