Abstract: A system, method and apparatus, and/or device is provided for a vapor shield. The vapor shield may attach to a cryogenic storage vessel having an opening and a pump out port. The vapor shield may include a collar, and a pump out port protector. The collar of the vapor shield may be attached to the opening of the cryogenic storage vessel and may support the pump out port protector. The pump out port protector may direct overflowing fluid, such as liquid cryogen, away from the pump out port. In this manner, the pump out port may be protected during filling and emptying of the cryogenic storage vessel with cooling fluid.