By Emma Reid
This blog was written by Karissa A. Breen (more commonly known as KB), Head of Cybersecurity Journalism at KBI.Media.
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 16, 2024 / Karissa will be hosting Cisco Networking Academy’s Women Rock-IT webinar series in October, during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. KB has been named a “Top Voice in Technology” on LinkedIn. She is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of TMFE Group, a holding company and consortium of several cybersecurity-related businesses, including a leading media platform, marketing agency, content production studio, and executive search firm, MercSec. Read KB’s blog below.
The role of AI in cybersecurity
The role of AI in cybersecurity is not only beneficial, but essential. Machine learning (ML) algorithms can analyze and interpolate (insert) large amounts of data—much faster than any human—to discover new Models that would otherwise remain invisible. Healthcare, primary industries, manufacturing, and of course, security all benefit from this embryonic state of AI.
AI is creating new paradigms across industries
From the aggregation and analysis of medical analyses to identify cancers before they fully formidentifier Leaf fungal infections using AI electrically powered drones, improving the environmental impact of manufacturingto cybersecurity. In cybersecurity, AI can map patterns and identify anomalies that indicate potential security vulnerabilities or even already compromised systems. This toolset allows organizations to detect and mitigate threats before they occur or cause significant damage, and this is just the beginning of this new war.
AI-based tools are now being used by malicious actors
From individual tools to state-sponsored advanced tools (APT), AI is used in (or to enhance) attacks AI attacks can lead to more sophisticated attacks, thanks to the ease with which they can evolve their attack model. Conversely, blue teams defending organizations can adapt to new types of attacks by learning from previous incidents and continually improving their defensive capabilities by leveraging approaches such as autonomous cyber defense (ACyD). This adaptability can be critical in an environment where cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics, often using AI as a weapon against organizations.
With the effective use of AIOrganizations can not only improve their current security measures, but also anticipate future vulnerabilities and proactively address issues.
The role and future of AI in cybersecurity
The role and future of AI in cybersecurity is controversial to say the least. However, it seems that the right can The benefits of AI were far outweighed by the drawbacks. In nearly 300 interviews, the benefits of AI were repeatedly mentioned:
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The Emerging Role of AI in Cybersecurity – In the majority of my podcast interviews, my guests demonstrate how AI improves threat detection, enhances data security, and automates security operations center (SOC) operations.
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The importance of generative AI – The importance of generative AI in creating advanced defenses and simulating potential attack paths.
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AI Augmentation – While AI is important to the future of cybersecurity, cybersecurity practitioners reiterate the importance of complementing rather than replacing human analysts.
Bridging the skills gap – Empowering a new generation
Over the years, there has been constant talk of the “skills gap.” With the advancement of AI, this has led to an even greater skills gap in the cybersecurity industry. As AI adoption accelerates, the cybersecurity skills gap is widening—as many in my network and in my media interviews have discussed at length. This gap is not just about technical expertise; it’s about understanding human-AI interaction. Security professionals need to improve their technical skills, particularly in technical security, but also develop “soft skills”—I like to call these skills hard Skills. Managing people, expectations and customers is not an easy skill and this is where I believe women have a great opportunity to excel.
Call to Action for Women in Cybersecurity
The cybersecurity industry is dominated by men. When I started working in this field not so long ago, about ten years ago, there were not many women in cybersecurity. So I decided to encourage women to take up positions in this field through my role in the media sector.
While I don’t want to address existing stereotypes about women in particular, a diverse team brings unique perspectives and diversity of thought that are invaluable in understanding how cybercriminals may think. I’ve personally seen many women take their careers to the next level through their empathy, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Initiatives like mentorship programs, networking opportunities, and targeted educational resources can also play an important role in attracting female talent to cybersecurity.
Moreover, when it comes to AI as a whole, women may have a distinct advantage in understanding and promoting alternative approaches. Nature and nurture encompass everything from brain chemistry and functioning to social conditioning. We may find that this gives women several advantages—or at least relatively new models—in social cognition and appreciation of the common good. theory of mind.
What Cuzzolin et al. call “hot cognition”—the way in which thinking and its processes are influenced by emotional state—may well help shape the ethical and operational boundaries of the development and extension of AI. And given the inherently duplicitous nature of cyberspace, this may have markedly shaped the future of security – a future shaped significantly by women.
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