Ben Mickens is a San Antonio-based cybersecurity practitioner and educator focused on AI governance, AI-enhanced social engineering, and cybersecurity awareness. He serves as Deputy Cybersecurity Cohort Program Manager at Pass IT On, Inc., teaches Security+ bootcamps, and is pursuing an MS in Cybersecurity. He holds certifications across security, cloud, and AI disciplines, including ISC2 Associate (CISSP passed), Microsoft Certified Educator, and Trusted AI Safety Expert (TAISE). A career changer with 20 years of adult education experience, he competes in CTF competitions, placing in the top 1% in several national events, and volunteers with Safe and Secure Online, delivering cyber safety presentations to community audiences.