Ryan Abbott

Ryan Abbott, Vice President of Defense, leads MetroStar’s Defense business unit, overseeing strategy and operations for key customers including the U.S. Marine Corps which MetroStar has proudly supported for over two decades. A mission-driven leader, Abbott brings over 20 years of experience in Defense, Federal, Intelligence, and Commercial operations, driving MetroStar’s continued growth and strategic expansion in the defense sector.

For Abbott, the mission is everything. He began his career serving five years as a U.S. Army military police officer in Africa, Afghanistan, and Iraq before transitioning to the Terrorist Screening Center, where he supported critical IT projects. His passion for mission success led him to program management, where he oversaw multi-agency initiatives and shaped strategic defense operations.

Abbott’s leadership has earned him industry recognition, including twice being named as a finalist for WashingtonExec’s Pinnacle Awards. His dedication to innovation and mission-driven solutions continues to strengthen MetroStar’s impact across the defense landscape.