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Dive deep into AI's accelerating role in securing cloud environments to protect applications and data. In each episode, we showcase its potential to transform our approach to security in the face of an increasingly complex threat landscape. Tune in as we illuminate the complexities at the intersection of AI and security, a space where innovation meets continuous vigilance.

  1. Distributed AI Security: How Enterprise Systems Are Evolving for AI Integration with Mark Fussell

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    Distributed AI Security: How Enterprise Systems Are Evolving for AI Integration with Mark Fussell

    Revolutionizing Cloud Security with AI-Powered Distributed Systems In this episode of Cyber Sentries, John Richards sits down with Mark Fussell, CEO of Diagrid and co-creator of the Distributed Application Runtime (DAPR). Mark shares insights from his extensive experience in distributed systems and discusses how modern architectures are evolving to incorporate AI capabilities. The Evolution of Distributed Applications Mark explains how DAPR emerged from observing common challenges teams faced when building distributed systems. The project, which started in 2018 and became open source in 2019, has grown into a graduated Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) project used by thousands of companies worldwide. He details how DAPR's component model allows teams to swap infrastructure without changing code, providing crucial flexibility for enterprise systems. Questions We Answer in This Episode How are distributed applications transforming modern software development?What role does security play in distributed architectures?How can organizations integrate AI agents into existing distributed systems?What's next for distributed systems in the age of AI?Key Takeaways DAPR provides essential building blocks for secure, distributed applicationsWorkflow durability is crucial for enterprise-ready AI agent systemsIdentity-based security principles are fundamental to distributed architecturesThe future of distributed systems will blend traditional microservices with AI agentsThe Future of AI in Distributed Systems Mark discusses Diagrid's Catalyst platform, which helps organizations build enterprise-ready distributed applications with integrated AI capabilities. He emphasizes the importance of security, durability, and workflow management as organizations begin incorporating AI agents into their systems. Links & Notes Connect with Mark on LinkedInLearn more about DAPRDiagridLearn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:00) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (00:30) - Diagrid’s Mark Fussell (01:07) - Meet Mark (04:37) - The Journey (10:55) - New AI Models (15:01) - On the Security Side (16:52) - Where Things Go Next (20:10) - Bringing in New Agentic Models (24:20) - Catalyst (27:12) - Getting in Touch (28:35) - Wrap Up

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  2. AI Security Architecture: How Data-Centric Models Transform Enterprise Security with Mohit Tiwari

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    AI Security Architecture: How Data-Centric Models Transform Enterprise Security with Mohit Tiwari

    AI-Powered Cloud Security: From Research Lab to Enterprise Reality In this episode of Cyber Sentries, John Richards talks with Mohit Tiwari, co-founder and CEO of Symmetry Systems and associate professor at UT Austin, about transforming academic research into practical enterprise security solutions. Mohit shares his journey from academic research to founding a company that's revolutionizing how organizations approach data security in the age of AI. Bridging Academia and Industry Mohit discusses how his research team at UT Austin developed innovative approaches to data security and privacy, working with organizations like NSA, Lockheed, and General Dynamics. Their work led to founding Symmetry Systems in 2020, focusing on operationalizing data flow security across enterprise environments. The Evolution of Data Security The conversation explores how traditional asset-centric security approaches are giving way to data-centric models. Mohit explains how Symmetry Systems helps organizations protect data flows across multiple applications and platforms, making security more efficient and effective than traditional bespoke solutions. Questions We Answer in This Episode: How can organizations move from bespoke security solutions to systematic approaches?What role does AI governance play in modern enterprise security?How can companies effectively manage data security across different AI implementation scenarios?Key Takeaways: Data-centric security approaches are becoming crucial as AI adoption increasesOrganizations need interoperable policy languages for effective AI governancePurpose-built, smaller AI models can be more effective than large, general-purpose onesSecurity solutions must evolve to handle the massive scale of modern enterprise dataLooking Ahead: The Future of AI Security The episode concludes with insights into emerging challenges in AI security, including the need for better business purpose frameworks and advanced detection capabilities for sophisticated attacks like ransomware. Resources Symmetry Systems websiteConnect with Symmetry Systems on LinkedInLearn more about Paladin CloudLearn more about CyberproofGot a question? Ask us here! (00:04) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (01:02) - Meet Mohit (03:06) - Application Examples (08:15) - Key Metrics (10:52) - Effects of AI (14:16) - Environments and Interfaces (16:39) - Tying It Together (18:19) - AI in the Process (22:51) - Model Decisions (25:41) - Research to Project (29:13) - Problems (31:25) - Wrap Up

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  3. Biometric Identity Evolution: AI-Powered Authentication Beyond Passwords with Michael Engle

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    Biometric Identity Evolution: AI-Powered Authentication Beyond Passwords with Michael Engle

    AI-Powered Identity Verification: Beyond Passwords and into the Future In this episode of Cyber Sentries, host John Richards sits down with Michael Engle, co-founder and CSO of 1Kosmos, to explore how AI is revolutionizing identity verification and authentication in cybersecurity. Mike brings decades of experience from Wall Street to modern startups, offering unique insights into the evolution of digital identity protection. The Identity Crisis in Modern Security Identity verification has become the new perimeter in cybersecurity, accounting for 80% of security problems. Mike explains how traditional methods like passwords and basic MFA are failing to meet current security challenges, especially as AI agents become more prevalent in our digital lives. 1Kosmos is tackling this through advanced biometric verification, behavioral analysis, and AI-powered authentication systems. Questions We Answer in This Episode: How is AI changing the landscape of identity verification?What makes biometric authentication more secure than traditional methods?How can organizations transition from password-based to identity-based security?What role do digital wallets play in the future of identity verification?Key Takeaways: Identity verification has replaced perimeter security as the primary security concernAI enables more sophisticated identity verification through behavioral analysis and pattern recognitionBiometric authentication offers a more secure alternative to traditional passwords and MFADigital wallets are emerging as the future of portable, verified identityThe Future of Digital Identity Looking ahead, Mike discusses 1Kosmos's work on digital wallets and universal identity verification systems. These innovations aim to create reusable, trusted identities that can work across multiple platforms while maintaining security through biometric verification and AI-powered fraud detection. Links & Notes Learn more about CyberproofLearn more about 1KosmosGot a question? Ask us here! (00:04) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (01:03) - Meet Michael Engle (03:03) - Identity Threat (04:09) - With AI (05:50) - What 1Kosmos Does (12:48) - Adapting with AI (15:42) - Protecting Credentials (26:36) - Passkey Challenges (28:12) - AI-Driven Development (32:18) - What’s Next for 1Kosmos (34:40) - Learning More (35:42) - Wrap Up

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  4. AI-Driven SOC Evolution: Transforming Security Maturity with Doron Davidson

    ١١ يونيو

    AI-Driven SOC Evolution: Transforming Security Maturity with Doron Davidson

    AI's Evolution in Security Operations: From Support to Collaboration Doron Davidson, Managing Director of Security Operations at Cyberproof, joins John Richards to explore how AI is transforming security operations and pushing SOC maturity models into new territory. With extensive experience from telecom security to founding SecBI, Doron brings unique insights into the evolution of managed security services. Rethinking Security Maturity Models Doron outlines Cyberproof's innovative approach to service maturity, moving beyond traditional frameworks to incorporate AI capabilities. He describes how they've developed a 1-5 scale measuring people, processes, and technology—with quantifiable 20% year-over-year improvement targets. Questions We Answer: How are security operations teams evolving with AI integration?What does SOC maturity look like in an AI-enabled world?How can organizations measure and verify AI's security impact?What role will agentic AI play in future security operations?Key Takeaways: AI is enabling better collaboration between security servicesAutomated investigation has significantly reduced L1 analyst workloadWell-defined processes and KPIs are crucial for successful AI implementationNew maturity levels (6-8) are emerging focused on agentic AI capabilitiesThe Future of Security Operations The conversation explores how Cyberproof is moving beyond traditional AI integration toward agentic models where multiple AI agents collaborate across security functions. This shift enables enhanced threat intelligence sharing, automated investigations, and improved visualization of security metrics for stakeholders. Practical Applications and Impact From automating email attack investigations to improving cross-team collaboration, Doron shares concrete examples of how AI is reducing human error while expanding security capabilities. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining human oversight while leveraging AI's strengths. Resources Learn more about CyberproofLearn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:04) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (00:33) - Today’s Guest: Doron Davidson (01:32) - Doron’s Background (03:27) - Latest Challenges (05:57) - Honesty Mindset (09:16) - Current AI Strategy (12:23) - Focus Areas (19:43) - Shifting Models (25:04) - What He’s Excited About (26:40) - Maturity Model (28:49) - Wrap Up

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  5. Beyond the AI Hype: Real Security Solutions with Sherman Williams

    ١٤ مايو

    Beyond the AI Hype: Real Security Solutions with Sherman Williams

    AI, Investment, and Security: A Venture Capitalist's Perspective Sherman Williams, managing partner at AI and Ventures, joins John Richards to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, cloud security, and venture capital. As a Naval Academy graduate turned investor, Sherman brings unique insights from both military and commercial technology perspectives. His firm focuses on dual-use technologies - innovations that serve both government and commercial applications - making him particularly well-positioned to discuss AI's evolving role in security. The conversation delves deep into how organizations should approach AI implementation, viewing it as a powerful tool rather than a solution in itself. Sherman shares valuable perspectives on the distinction between AI DevTools and application layer AI, and how entrepreneurs should focus on solving specific problems rather than getting caught up in AI hype. The discussion explores critical considerations around open-source versus closed-source models, particularly in sensitive sectors like government, healthcare, and insurance. Questions we answer in this episode: How should organizations approach AI implementation in their security strategy?What's the difference between AI DevTools and application layer AI?How are security concerns shaping the development of AI solutions?Key Takeaways: AI should be viewed as a tool for efficiency and productivity, not a standalone solutionThe best AI implementations focus on solving specific, acute problemsSecurity considerations are driving innovation in both AI development and deploymentThis episode offers essential insights for anyone interested in the future of AI in security and technology development. Sherman's unique perspective, combining military experience with venture capital expertise, provides valuable context for understanding how AI is reshaping the security landscape while highlighting both opportunities and challenges ahead. Links & Notes AIN VenturesFollow Sherman on LinkedInThe 2017 Google Article MentionedSecurity Company MentionedLearn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:04) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (00:34) - Sherman Williams (01:02) - Sherman’s Background (05:26) - AI from the Investment Space (08:23) - Dev Tools or Application Layer AI (12:24) - Security (22:46) - Promising Work in Security (33:59) - Wrap Up

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  6. AI's Data Fabric Revolution: Transforming Exposure Management with Daniel Deeney

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    AI's Data Fabric Revolution: Transforming Exposure Management with Daniel Deeney

    Transforming Cloud Security Through AI and Data Fabric Daniel Deeney, CEO and co-founder of Paladin Cloud, joins John Richards to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing cloud security. With extensive experience as an enterprise software CEO and venture capitalist, Deeney brings unique insights from his successful track record of building and scaling cybersecurity companies. After his previous company's acquisition by VMware in 2019, he launched Paladin Cloud to address the growing challenges of managing security across multiple cloud environments. The episode delves deep into the concept of data fabric and its crucial role in modern cybersecurity. Richards and Deeney discuss how organizations struggle with tool proliferation and data overload in cloud security. They explore how Paladin Cloud's innovative approach uses data fabric to unify risk assessment across various security tools while leveraging generative AI for enhanced threat intelligence. The conversation highlights practical solutions for teams dealing with overwhelming security alerts and the challenge of prioritizing threats effectively. Questions we answer in this episode: How can organizations handle the overwhelming amount of security data from multiple tools?What role does generative AI play in modern cloud security?How can teams better prioritize security risks across different environments?Key Takeaways: Data fabric technology enables unified risk assessment across multiple security toolsAI-powered risk scoring helps teams prioritize threats more effectivelySecurity teams need both technological solutions and services support to manage modern threatsThis episode offers invaluable insights for security professionals, DevOps teams, and technology leaders grappling with cloud security challenges. Whether you're dealing with alert fatigue, struggling to prioritize security risks, or looking to understand how AI can enhance your security operations, this discussion provides practical guidance and strategic perspectives on navigating the complex landscape of modern cloud security. Links & Notes Learn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:00) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (01:05) - Meet Daniel Deeney (01:25) - Starting Paladin Cloud (02:53) - The Approach (04:54) - Data Fabric Layer (09:39) - Addressing Pain Points (15:54) - Bringing Data Together and Normalizing (18:52) - Users (20:37) - Other Models (26:02) - Prioritization (29:19) - Customer Service (31:16) - Wrap Up

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  7. On-Prem AI Uprising: Navigating the Future of Cloud Security

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    On-Prem AI Uprising: Navigating the Future of Cloud Security

    Diving into the Rise of On-Prem AI and Cloud Security In this episode of Cyber Sentries, host John Richards is joined by Doron Caspin, a Senior Manager of Product Management at Red Hat, and Christopher Nuland, a Technical Marketing Manager at Red Hat. They explore the growing trend of on-premise open source models for running AI and the unique benefits and challenges that come with it. The conversation also touches on how DeepSeek has challenged the big players and validated the value of smaller agentic models. John, Doron, and Christopher dive into the shifting landscape of AI and cloud security. They discuss the trends Red Hat is seeing in the industry, such as the move towards smaller, domain-specific language models and the importance of securing AI workloads in hybrid cloud environments. The guests share insights on the key considerations organizations face when deciding to run AI models on-premises, including compliance requirements and the need to treat AI models with the same level of security as databases. Questions we answer in this episode: What are the benefits and challenges of running AI on-premises?How can organizations secure their AI workloads in hybrid cloud environments?What impact has DeepSeek had on the AI industry?Key Takeaways: On-prem AI offers unique advantages for industries with strict compliance requirementsTreating AI models like databases is crucial for ensuring robust securityThe future of AI is likely to be open source, with smaller, domain-specific models gaining tractionThis episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI and cloud security. John, Doron, and Christopher provide valuable insights and practical advice for organizations navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Whether you're a security professional, data engineer, or business leader, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of the trends shaping the future of AI and the steps you can take to secure your AI workloads. Links & Notes Try Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security Cloud ServiceRed Hat Advanced Cluster Security for KubernetesTraining an AI to Conquer Double Dragon: Reinforcement Learning DemoLearn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:00) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (00:31) - Red Hat (01:04) - Meet Christopher and Doron (05:26) - Past to Present (07:54) - Trends in the Approach (12:24) - The Security Side (16:15) - Key Considerations (19:26) - Training and Models (22:33) - Iterations and Shifts (25:36) - Importance of Security Foundations (28:35) - Security in Agent Space (30:00) - Wrap Up

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  8. Play, Grow, Land: The Strategic Path to Enterprise AI with Jim Wilt

    ٨ يناير

    Play, Grow, Land: The Strategic Path to Enterprise AI with Jim Wilt

    Navigating AI Adoption: From Exploration to Implementation In this illuminating episode of Cyber Sentries, John Richards sits down with Jim Wilt, distinguished chief architect at Weave and veteran security practitioner. With decades of experience in emerging technologies since the mainframe era, Jim brings unique insights into how organizations can successfully integrate AI while maintaining robust security practices. The conversation delves deep into a three-phase approach for AI adoption: learning, growing, and landing. Jim emphasizes the importance of experimentation before commitment, challenging the common rush to define use cases before understanding the technology's capabilities. He shares practical examples of how organizations can progress from internal testing to external deployment, while maintaining security at each stage. The discussion explores how AI isn't about replacement but enhancement - whether for individual roles or organizational processes - and why adaptability in implementation is crucial for success. Questions we answer in this episode: How should organizations approach their initial AI adoption?What's the optimal timeline for moving from experimentation to implementation?When and how should security measures be integrated into AI initiatives?Key Takeaways: "Replaceable architecture" is becoming more critical than "reusable architecture" in the AI eraOrganizations need 9-18 months of internal testing before external AI deploymentSecurity measures should scale up gradually, from minimal during learning to comprehensive in productionThis episode provides invaluable guidance for any organization navigating AI adoption. Jim's practical, experience-based insights cut through the hype, offering a clear roadmap for sustainable AI integration while maintaining security integrity. Whether you're just starting your AI journey or looking to refine your existing approach, this discussion offers actionable strategies for success. Links & Notes ‘What Air Canada Lost In ‘Remarkable’ Lying AI Chatbot Case’CIO.com: From risk to reward: Mastering the art of adopting emerging technologiesGenerative AI (GenAI) – A PrimerGenAI and the Human ExperienceReplaceable is the New ReusableApplied AIConnect with Jim on LinkedInLearn more about Paladin CloudGot a question? Ask us here! (00:04) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries (00:55) - Meet Jim Wilt (01:46) - Jim’s Background (03:59) - Where to Start (13:28) - Public vs. Private Models (17:52) - Time in Growth Period (18:48) - Use Cases (21:57) - Transitioning to External Use (29:06) - Scaling from Personal to Organizational (31:52) - Safeguarding (37:21) - Flexibility (38:34) - Wrap Up

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Dive deep into AI's accelerating role in securing cloud environments to protect applications and data. In each episode, we showcase its potential to transform our approach to security in the face of an increasingly complex threat landscape. Tune in as we illuminate the complexities at the intersection of AI and security, a space where innovation meets continuous vigilance.

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