AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics 360: From Automation to Accountability: AI Governance, Hybrid Workforce Security, and Trust with Dennis Kozak, Ivanti CEO
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Nov 3, 2025 Dennis Kozak, CEO of Ivanti, brings a wealth of experience from his leadership roles at CA Technologies and Avaya. In this conversation, he explores the convergence of cybersecurity and IT operations, highlighting how Ivanti positions itself at the forefront of this shift. Kozak discusses the transformative potential of generative AI in IT support, emphasizing automation's role in reducing cybersecurity risks. He also addresses concerns about job impacts, advocating for AI's capability to enhance roles rather than eliminate them, alongside the importance of continuous learning for IT professionals.
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Nonlinear Career Led To CEO Role
- Dennis Kozak described his career path from accounting to CEO, emphasizing diverse roles at CA, Avaya, and Ivanti.
- He credits curiosity, asking for more work, and adapting across functions for his progression.
Three Pillars Unite IT And Security
- Ivanti rests on three pillars: enterprise service management, endpoint management, and exposure management.
- Combining these gives a unified way to manage users, devices, and attack surface across IT and security.
AI Augments, Not Replaces, Core Software
- Kozak views AI as an opportunity that amplifies enterprise software rather than replaces it.
- He argues systems of record, compliance, and controls keep LLMs best paired with enterprise platforms.