Securing AI and Integrating Zero Trust in Government Cybersecurity

July 16, 2024

Presented by Thales TCT

Gina Scinta, Deputy CTO at Thales TCT, discussed the dual aspects of AI in cybersecurity: using AI for cybersecurity tasks and securing AI data. Scinta highlighted the importance of identity access management and data encryption in protecting AI environments. She emphasized the challenges of data tagging and the need for precise data classification to ensure effective AI-driven security measures. Scinta also discussed the integration of AI within the zero trust framework, highlighting the interconnectedness of identity, data, and application security. Her insights underscore the critical role of AI and zero trust in modern cybersecurity strategies.

Key Takeaways:

1. Dual Aspects of AI in Cybersecurity: Discussed the use of AI for cybersecurity tasks and the importance of securing AI data.
2. Data Tagging Challenges: Emphasized the need for precise data classification to ensure effective AI-driven security measures.
3. Integration with Zero Trust: Highlighted the interconnectedness of identity, data, and application security within the zero trust framework.