Cyber on the Asphalt: Ben Wilkens on Cargo Crime and the Digital Defense of Freight

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.