Topic: The Intelligent Defense: How AI is Transforming Modern Cybersecurity
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence is fundamentally reshaping cybersecurity by enhancing the speed, scale, and accuracy of threat detection, investigation, and response. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated organizations are leveraging AI to analyze vast volumes of security telemetry, identify emerging attack patterns, automate repetitive security operations, and enable proactive defense strategies. However, realizing the full potential of AI requires balancing innovation with governance, transparency, and human oversight. The current webinar explores how AI is transforming every phase of the cybersecurity lifecycle, from predictive threat intelligence and automated vulnerability management to intelligent Security Operations Centers (SOCs), incident response, malware analysis, and digital forensics. The session will also address the challenges associated with AI adoption, including adversarial AI, model security, data privacy, governance, and regulatory compliance, particularly related to changes in regulations from agencies like NIST,OWASP , and ISO. Through real-world use cases and implementation strategies, participants will learn how to build an AI-enabled security ecosystem that enhances cyber resilience while ensuring responsible and trustworthy AI deployment. Join us to gain insights into practical AI applications, including AI-powered Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR), and AI-driven threat hunting.
Key Takeaways:
- Role of AI in transforming modern cybersecurity operations
- AI for actionable insights in SOC, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response.
- Exploring AI-powered security technologies, including SIEM, XDR, SOAR, and automated threat hunting.
- Impact of AI on cybersecurity regulations from agencies like NIST,OWASP and ISO.
- Identifying emerging risks in the AI-driven threat landscape.
- Best practices for implementing AI within enterprise security programs.
- Practical strategies for balancing automation with expert human decision-making.
Speaker:
Ashish Mehta, AVP for Cybersecurity risk & Resilience & Data Governance for CDL Pvt Ltd
Bio: Ashish Mehta is a cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience across cybersecurity, blockchain, IT management, financial markets, and emerging technologies. He serves as AVP – Cybersecurity Risk & Resilience and Data Governance at Code Decode Labs Pvt Ltd. He is Chair of the Blockchain Working Group at the Cloud Security Alliance and contributes to research in AI security, IoT, quantum-safe security, and cybersecurity frameworks. Ashish advises government initiatives, deep-tech startups, and global organizations. A recognized cybersecurity researcher and award winner, he is a speaker, author, educator, and holds multiple certifications in cybersecurity, blockchain, and technology domains.
