
Deepen Desai
Chief Security Officer at Zscaler with expertise in Zero Trust architectures and the application of AI to threat prevention, data protection, and security automation.
Top 3 podcasts with Deepen Desai
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Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 5min
Thriving Through Volatility: Insights for CISOs - Jeff Pollard, Pejman (Pej) Roshan, Deepen Desai - BSW #401
Jeff Pollard, an analyst specializing in security at Forrester, discusses strategies for CISOs to navigate volatility and effectively manage budgets. Pej Roshan, CMO of Menlo Security, emphasizes the importance of AI-driven threat detection and browser security. Deepen Desai, CSO at Zscaler, highlights the risks of AI-assisted attacks and advocates for Zero Trust strategies. The conversation covers the critical need for improved communication of security requirements and the importance of automation in enhancing operational efficiency.

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May 24, 2025 • 17min
Pandas with a purpose. [Research Saturday]
Deepen Desai, Chief Security Officer and EVP of Cyber and AI Engineering at Zscaler, dives into the latest activities of the Mustang Panda group. He reveals the new arsenal, including advanced backdoors like TONEINS and tools for stealthy surveillance. Discussions include their phishing tactics and the development of custom keyloggers, PAKLOG and CorKLOG. Desai emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive defense strategy and the role of AI in both cyberattacks and cybersecurity measures, highlighting the ongoing battle against sophisticated threats.

Nov 6, 2025 • 23min
The role of AI in Zero Trust. [CyberWire-X]
Deepen Desai, Chief Security Officer at Zscaler, shares insights on AI's transformative role in Zero Trust security. He discusses how AI enhances threat prevention and automates data discovery, leading to better user experiences and efficient operations. Desai explains the need for robust governance to secure AI and highlights its financial benefits, advocating for its adoption to remain competitive. He warns that organizations must embrace AI to combat adversarial threats or risk falling behind in the ever-evolving security landscape.


