February 13, 2025 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Join us on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 1:00 pm ET as the NMFTA cybersecurity team discusses the Practical Cybersecurity for Owner Operators.
Description
Last month, National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™ introduced its Cybersecurity Best Practices Guidebook – Owner Operator and Small Fleet edition. While all the controls listed in that guidebook are technically relevant to the owner operator of five or fewer trucks, many of those controls were written with the small independent fleet owner (6-50 trucks) in mind.
This month’s complimentary webinar is made specifically for owner operators and will focus on practical cybersecurity steps tailored to those who own their own small business. Recognizing that over 90% of registered MC numbers are small operators, we’ll avoid technical jargon and provide actionable advice to protect business and personal assets from cybercrime. Participants will gain tools and confidence to enhance their cybersecurity awareness and resilience.
Learning Outcomes
By attending this webinar, you will:
- Understand core cybersecurity steps specifically for owner operators.
- Learn how to protect business assets, personal accounts, finances, and credit history from cyber-enabled crimes.
- Discover practical, free, and affordable measures to improve cybersecurity preparedness.
Meet Your Speakers
Artie Crawford, CISSP, CISM, is the Director of Cybersecurity at the NMFTA. Artie is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy and deep technical expertise in addressing complex cybersecurity challenges. He possesses a thorough understanding of the tools, techniques, procedures, and attack vectors employed by cyber adversaries.
Throughout his distinguished career, Artie has held pivotal roles at organizations such as the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Microsoft, MITRE, and others. His work has been centered on developing advanced techniques and tools for real-world operations.
Ben Wilkens, CISSP, CISM, is a Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the NMFTA. In his role at NMFTA, Ben spearheads research initiatives and leads teams dedicated to developing cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, methodologies, and strategies to safeguard information systems and networks. He collaborates extensively with academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to advance cybersecurity practices and knowledge.
Before joining NMFTA, Ben was a key executive at a third-generation family-owned trucking and logistics company. There, he focused on the strategic integration of technology to improve operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices.
With a rare combination of CISSP and CISM certifications alongside an active Class A CDL, Ben brings a unique perspective to the intersection of cybersecurity and transportation.
