Ben Hagen

Ben Hagen is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in Information Security and Political Science.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from Iowa State University and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Information Assurance from the same institution.

Ben also studied Study abroad programs focusing on International/Global Studies in Japan and Korean language and International Studies in South Korea.

With a strong educational foundation, Ben has held various key roles in reputable organizations, showcasing his expertise in Information Security.

He is currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer at Brex, leading the organization's efforts to maintain a secure environment.

Ben's prior experiences include roles such as Cyber Security Manager at Biden for President, Director of Information Security at Cruise, and Head of Corporate Information Security at Facebook.

His journey in Information Security includes significant positions like Vice President/Principal Security Architect at Salesforce, showcasing his leadership and strategic skills in the field.

Ben's career highlights also feature roles at prominent tech companies such as Netflix, where he held positions ranging from Senior Cloud Security Engineer to Engineering Manager, Cloud Security Tools and Operations.

Additionally, he has contributed to notable political campaigns and organizations, having served as a Senior Security Engineer at Obama for America and Security Consultant at Neohapsis.

Moreover, Ben's early experiences include roles at Motorola, where he progressed from Security Engineer to Lead Security Consultant, showcasing his versatility in the Information Security domain.