Michael Higgins

Michael Higgins serves as the Senior Director of Security at MSG Sphere in Las Vegas since April 2023, overseeing various security lines including physical security, venue security, investigations, executive protection, and cyber security management. Prior to this role, Michael held a similar position at TAO Group, where responsibilities included managing security for multiple high-value nightlife locations and overseeing threat intelligence operations. Michael's extensive experience in law enforcement includes serving as an Army CID Special Agent with the FBI's National Joint Terrorism Task Force and as a Detective with the Columbus Police, where significant cases involved international and domestic terrorism threats. Michael's military background includes service as Chief Warrant Officer 5 in the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard, as well as prior enlistment in the U.S. Marines, where expertise in cryptology was gained. Michael holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Ohio Dominican University.