{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Cyber Smokehouse","title":"AI, Identity, and the Future of Security- Steve Bay - Cyber Smokehouse - Episode #008","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3235,"description":"How do cybersecurity leaders manage risk, talent, and rapid innovation as AI transforms both threats and defenses? Today’s guest is a seasoned cyber intelligence leader and strategic risk advisor. Introducing Steve Bay, Vice President of Cybersecurity and Chief Information Security Officer at Coretelligent. Steve joins hosts Ernie Anderson and Graeme Payne to share how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape and what leaders must do to stay ahead. He also delves into talent challenges, evolving threat dynamics, and the importance of balancing innovation with governance in a rapidly changing environment.\nSteve shares insights from his journey into cybersecurity, his experience in intelligence and enterprise security, and his perspective on how organizations can navigate uncertainty while building resilient security programs. Takeaways:AI is the biggest disruptor in cybersecurity today:\nAI is transforming how both defenders and attackers operate. Organizations must understand how employees are using AI tools and how threat actors are leveraging them to exploit vulnerabilities.\nGovernance of AI is critical but complex:\nBanning AI is not realistic and can create more risk than it solves. Leaders must focus on thoughtful governance that enables innovation while protecting data and systems.\nThe cybersecurity talent market is evolving rapidly:\nThere is a disconnect between hiring expectations and market reality. Companies want experienced talent at entry-level cost, while skilled professionals still struggle to find the right roles.\nAI may reshape entry-level career paths:\nAs AI automates more foundational work, organizations must rethink how they develop junior talent and build future cybersecurity leaders.\nCost pressure is forcing smarter security strategies:\nOrganizations must balance delivering high-quality security with tight budgets. This requires prioritization, efficiency, and a clear understanding of business risk.\nCuriosity and adaptability are essential...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/OzVByYrVZ7pJIeb4cJ2-aoOkjC_j5Q1oz9lj1NhJqsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80OTlh/YTdiNmUxMDU5OWY1/NWM4NTAxODM1NGNm/YTBiZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}