Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- RSA Conference 2024 focused on AI security, Secure by Design, and CISO collaboration
- AI security discussed the importance of governance, security culture, and engaging with partners
The RSA Conference 2024 brought together security professionals to discuss key themes such as AI security, Secure by Design, and CISO collaboration. The conference highlighted the use of generative AI applications in various industries to enhance customer experiences and operations. However, the need for organizations to prioritize security in AI development was emphasized. The joint generative AI security report by AWS and IBM highlighted the gap between the perceived importance of secure AI and actual implementation.
Another key theme was Secure by Design, which focuses on building foundationally secure products and services to mitigate vulnerabilities early. Over 60 technology companies, including AWS, signed CISA’s Secure by Design Pledge during the conference, committing to improving security practices. The importance of integrating security into the AI pipeline and adopting frameworks like the AI RMF 1.0 was also discussed.
CISO collaboration was highlighted as crucial for sharing insights and best practices in cybersecurity. CISOs face challenges with understaffing and increasing cybersecurity threats, making collaboration with peers and partners essential. AWS CISO Circles provide a platform for cybersecurity executives to discuss common challenges and best practices in a confidential setting. The importance of owning generative AI risk and building trust with boards and executive peers was emphasized.
