TLDR:
- Creating a cyber-savvy culture is essential for workplace security
- AI is a key tool in addressing cybersecurity challenges
In his role as chief information security officer at Abnormal Security, cybersecurity veteran Mike Britton emphasizes the importance of creating a “security-aware and cyber-savvy culture” in organizations. He highlights the growing threat of phishing and social engineering attacks, emphasizing the need for proactive, predictive, and adaptive security strategies.
Britton discusses the impact of digital transformation on cybersecurity, noting the importance of integrating AI and ML technologies for threat detection and response. He shares his excitement about the potential of AI in both enhancing security and automating security operations workflows.
Addressing security challenges in the industry, Britton suggests leveraging AI-powered tools to enhance visibility, threat detection, and automation. He emphasizes the importance of using AI to detect and auto-remediate social engineering attacks and reduce the burden on security teams.