Luckily, We Haven’t Had to Adapt to Any New Technologies Before AI
Nov 5, 2024
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Jadee Hanson, CISO at Vanta, shares her insights on the future of cybersecurity. She discusses the exciting yet challenging landscape of AI integration in workplaces and the necessary transparency for effective adoption. The conversation highlights the complexities of navigating compliance in the defense sector, including CMMC 2.0 requirements and supply chain security. Jadee also emphasizes the importance of multi-factor authentication in banking, stressing the need for robust measures to protect sensitive data from breaches.
Effective communication of cybersecurity's ROI to stakeholders fosters understanding and supports investment rather than viewing it as merely a cost.
The emerging 'bring your own AI' trend requires proactive certification and guidelines to securely integrate AI tools while managing associated risks.
Deep dives
Communicating Cybersecurity Value
Communicating the cybersecurity program in terms of return on investment is crucial for engaging stakeholders. Key metrics such as the cost of potential breaches, the savings from avoiding operational downtimes, and the importance of reputation management are effective ways to illustrate this value. By framing these discussions in business language, CISOs can foster understanding and support from executive leadership. This approach enables decision-makers to recognize cybersecurity as a vital investment rather than merely a cost center.
AI and BYOAI Policies
Organizations face the challenge of managing AI adoption alongside existing cybersecurity measures, similar to the past with BYOD policies. The emergence of 'bring your own AI' (BYOAI) in workplaces calls for a proactive approach to rapidly certify AI tools used by employees. Establishing a culture that encourages open discussions about AI usage fosters education and ensures employees are informed about security implications. This can lead to the development of guidelines that enable secure AI tool adoption while mitigating potential risks.
Changes in CMMC Compliance
Recent updates to the CMMC 2.0 framework introduce stringent compliance requirements for contractors working with the Department of Defense. One significant change mandates that contractors report any cybersecurity lapses within 72 hours and emphasizes continuous compliance over one-time certifications. Additionally, the framework extends the responsibility of compliance from certified vendors to their subcontractors, creating a ripple effect across the supply chain. These changes necessitate that contractors adapt quickly and implement robust systems for ongoing compliance monitoring to meet new expectations.
Optimizing Vendor Security Questionnaires
The podcast critiques conventional vendor security questionnaires as often outdated and inefficient. A shift towards continuous monitoring of key controls rather than relying on static questionnaires could significantly improve security assessments. Simplifying the evaluation process and focusing on critical controls tailored to the product being purchased can streamline vendor management. Creating a standard practice where vendors outline essential security configurations empowers customers to mitigate risks effectively.
Vanta automates evidence collection needed for audits with over 350 integrations—giving you continuous visibility into your compliance status. And with cross-mapped controls across 30 frameworks, you’ll streamline compliance— and never duplicate your efforts.
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