Clash of Phrases: Journey from Artificial Intelligence to Zero Trust

The Security & Risk Summit, taking place in Austin, Texas from November 5-7, is set to be a hub of discussions and learning opportunities about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Zero Trust architectures. This event will be held both in-person and digitally, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Zero Trust, a cybersecurity model nearly 15 years old, has become the dominant model despite idealized implementations remaining aspirational for many organizations. The Summit's agenda includes a dedicated Zero Trust, data, and cloud track, where James Plouffe will be presenting a session titled, "The Role Of AI In Zero Trust Architectures."

AI agents, provided by companies such as Microsoft, Google, IBM, Palo Alto Networks, and CrowdStrike, can play a significant role in enhancing Zero Trust policy enforcement. In the longer term, these agents can tighten the feedback loop, making provisional judgements about access, and continuously monitoring and updating access in close to real time.

Moreover, AI agents can use natural language for reporting and auditing, accessing information more quickly and easily without the idiosyncrasies of domain-specific languages. GenAI tools can streamline the process of converting configurations and policies from one platform or system to an equivalent on a different platform or system.

Vendor-specific models can provide an interface to an interactive body of knowledge, enabling practitioners to implement and maintain their deployments more easily. General-purpose AI services such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini can help translate natural language into configurations for Zero Trust implementations.

The Summit also offers opportunities to network and engage with colleagues in the cybersecurity field. With one-third of organizations struggling with how to leverage their existing technology to advance their Zero Trust initiatives, the Summit promises to be a valuable platform for sharing insights and best practices.

According to a survey, 43% of organizations reported at least one genAI production use case for the IT function, with 41% reporting full production for "identifying and mitigating security and compliance risks." However, more than a quarter of organizations reported a lack of technical skills causing delays or disruptions.

The Security & Risk Summit will feature keynotes, breakouts, workshops, roundtables, and special programs designed to help master risk and conquer chaos in the volatile cybersecurity landscape. Registration for the event is now open. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, network, and advance your understanding of the intersection of AI and Zero Trust cybersecurity.