Benjamin A. Smith

Benjamin A. Smith has extensive work experience in the field of information security. Benjamin A. has held various leadership positions throughout their career, including Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at iCapital Network, IEX Group, Inc., and BlackRock. During their tenure at BlackRock, they successfully built the foundation of their information security program and expanded the team to 60+ members. Benjamin has also served as a Member and Secretary of the Board of Directors at the Tunison Foundation, Inc., where they helped honor World War II veterans by operating historic aircraft. In addition, they have held positions in local government and performed various roles in the information security field for companies such as NetSpend, 2nd Wave, and SAIC. Their expertise and experience make him a valuable asset in the field of information security.

Benjamin A. Smith began their education in 1989 by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Caltech, which they completed in 1994. During this time, in the same year, they also attended the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) for Wilderness Mountaineering. After completing their bachelor's degree, Benjamin continued their education at Caltech from 1995 to 2018, focusing on a field of study called "Blacker Ghost." Additionally, Benjamin holds a certification as a Commercial Pilot (CP) from the Federal Aviation Administration, although the specific details regarding when and where they obtained this certification are not provided.