On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Ben Wilkens, Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA).

Ben shares his expertise on cybersecurity in the transportation industry and introduces the new Vendor Risk Assessment Framework, a tool designed for owner-operators, fleets, and transportation professionals to make security-conscious decisions when onboarding new vendors.

Topics in this episode include:

Introduction to the Vendor Risk Assessment Framework and its benefits

Cybersecurity best practices for fleets, brokers, and vendors

How owner-operators can evaluate vendor security to protect their operations

The intersection of cybersecurity and transportation from Ben’s unique perspective as a certified CISSP, CCSP, CISM, and active CDL driver

Ben Wilkens has extensive experience in trucking and logistics, from dispatch and driver management to technology integration and cybersecurity leadership. His combination of real-world transportation experience and cybersecurity expertise makes him a unique voice in the industry.

Learn more about Ben Wilkens and NMFTA:

Website: https://www.nmfta.org/

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On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac are joined by Ben Wilkens—Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association and a rare voice with both cybersecurity credentials and real-world trucking experience. With a Class A CDL and a résumé spanning dispatch, brokerage, and IT leadership, Ben breaks down how cybercriminals are targeting cargo—and what carriers and drivers can do to stop them. From digital hijackings to freight fraud, this conversation dives into the evolving threats and powerful tools reshaping cargo crime prevention in the modern trucking era.