AI is rewriting cybersecurity — are your teams ready for what’s next?

About this episode

Lee Haynes discusses the intersection of AI and cybersecurity with Marco Pineda, focusing on strategies to address digital threats and talent gaps.

Cybersecurity, AI, leadership: how can cyber teams tackle digital threats, AI risks & talent gaps? Lee Haynes sits down with EY’s Director of Cyber Security, Marco Pineda, to talk about strategy, innovation, and the future of AI in security. Chapters (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Marco’s Journey into Cybersecurity (03:24) Defining Cybersecurity (04:52) Leadership Philosophy in Cybersecurity (07:20) Challenges in Public vs. Private Sector (09:42) Hiring in Cybersecurity: What Matters? (12:34) Assessing Candidates for Future Threats (15:21) AI’s Role in Cybersecurity (17:58) AI as an Augmentation Tool (21:19) Real-World Applications of AI in Cybersecurity (23:16) Innovating Safely with AI (27:11) Human vs. Machine Responsibility (30:04) Guardrails for AI in Cybersecurity (32:01) Trusting AI in Cybersecurity Tasks (36:23) Golden Rules for AI in Cybersecurity (38:16) Future Skills for Cybersecurity Professionals (41:41) Fostering a Culture of Security Awareness (43:37) Predictions for AI and Cybersecurity

People in this episode

Host: Lee Haynes

Guest: Marco Pineda

Topics covered

• cybersecurity
• AI
• leadership
• digital threats
• talent gaps
• innovation

Keywords

• cybersecurity
• AI
• digital threats
• leadership
• talent gaps
• innovation
• future skills

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: EY

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