Milano Hyacinthe is a Research Assistant with the Access Tech program, bringing over a decade of experience across software engineering, cloud computing, DevSecOps, and accessibility-focused technology development. He holds a Master of Science in Software Engineering from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Technology from the University of Central Florida.

Milano has served in technical roles supporting federal agencies and major engineering organizations, including NAVAIR, NASA (via SAIC), Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, Raytheon, CGI Federal, and GAMA-1 Technologies. His work spans secure cloud architecture, distributed systems, backend software development, automation, and accessibility engineering. At NAVAIR, he contributed to mission-critical software platforms, developed accessible applications aligned with Section 508 and WCAG standards, and earned national recognition for his innovations in assistive technology.

With expertise in DevSecOps, cybersecurity compliance, and cloud-native engineering, Milano has implemented secure CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and enterprise integrations across AWS, Kubernetes, and modern development ecosystems. His background includes applying RMF and STIG security controls, integrating vulnerability scanning tools, and supporting enterprise accessibility initiatives.

Milano is known for his collaborative approach, strong analytical skills, and commitment to building technology that is scalable, secure, and inclusive. In his role with Access Tech, his aim is to contribute his technical expertise and passion for accessibility innovation to support research, technology evaluation, and the advancement of accessible digital experiences.