The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods D2DO269: Intergalactic Dataspeak and Making Data Actionable
Apr 16, 2025
Merit Baer, CISO at RICO and former deputy CISO at AWS, dives into the realm of data and cybersecurity. She highlights the vital connection between AI and information security, discussing inherent risks with AI systems. The conversation touches on the challenges of IoT security and the need for effective security frameworks. Merit also advocates for integrating security practices in business strategies, emphasizing the importance of a CISO’s direct line to the CEO to align security with organizational goals. Tune in for insights that blend technical depth with strategic foresight!
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Security as Societal Equity
- Security work often involves meaningful contributions towards public good and societal inequalities.
- Those who need security most often inherit the least, requiring mindful attention to equity in cybersecurity.
Hidden SaaS and AI Security Risks
- The explosion of SaaS and AI apps complicates security as many apps remain undiscovered by CIOs.
- National security concerns arise with foreign AI models embedded within enterprise environments.
Noninvasive App Discovery
- Employ metadata-layer sensors to identify apps employees are using without invasive device monitoring.
- Continuous monitoring of application usage is vital for visibility and practical security.