How to remove a cracked rear lens cover

I have an iPhone SE 2020 with a cracked lens cover. I am trying to remove and replace that lens cover like I have with an iPhone 8, but I am failing. The lens did not “pop” off as before; all I got off was the metal ring, the lens itself remains firmly (in all caps) affixed to the back shell. I’ve heated, beated, twisted, and prodded, without success.

Does anyone have the secret to how this lens cover can be removed?