Five Can’t-Miss Sessions on AI and Digital Transformation at ISC East

ISC East 2024 is coming up Nov. 19-21 in New York City, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC East recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education at ISC East program, including keynote presentations from top luminaries and over 70 sessions from top industry expert speakers on the most current business trends, technologies and industry developments.

Among the robust lineup of conference sessions are several dynamic presentations on essential topics related to artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation. At ISC East, you’ll discover expert insights on how to leverage AI in complex data analysis, AI and the future of corporate security and more. Here are five sessions you won’t want to miss; make sure to add them to your ISC East calendar!

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Real-Time Situational Awareness: A 360-Degree Viewpoint

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 10:00-10:45 a.m.

Real-time situational awareness offers a holistic approach to security management, leveraging AI and advanced technologies to monitor, analyze and respond to threats across physical, cyber and operational domains. While it presents substantial benefits in terms of improved security posture and decision making, organizations must carefully navigate the challenges to maximize its effectiveness and ensure ethical implementation. Explore real-time situational awareness, which integrates AI in physical, cyber and operational security. Discover benefits like enhanced threat response and informed decision making, while tackling challenges such as complexity, privacy concerns and resource demands. Gain insights into leveraging advanced technologies for seamless integration and scalable security solutions.

Speakers:

  • Jennifer Holcomb, vice president, security solution lead, Answer Advisory
  • J. Kelly Stewart, CEO, president and chief risk officer, Newcastle Consulting

AI and the Future of Corporate Security: Adapting to New Challenges and Opportunities

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the current and future impact of AI on the corporate security industry. This panel brings together industry leaders from globally recognized companies to explore how AI is reshaping the way we approach and manage corporate security. During this session, our esteemed panelists will discuss the various ways AI is transforming corporate security practices, beyond the realm of cybersecurity. They will shed light on the innovative applications of AI in physical security, risk management, threat detection and crisis response. Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements in AI technology and its potential to enhance corporate security effectiveness.

“The rate of AI development and deployment has hit a critical inflection and continues to increase exponentially. It seems that AI is suddenly everything, everywhere, all at once – no one and nothing seems to be unaffected, including the physical security industry. Within the current context, an urgent mandate arises for all academics, volunteers and professionals around the world who aspire to study, prevent, and respond to physical threats, risks and violence. We risk enabling, contributing to or even creating opportunities for harm if we merely continue to rely on existing understandings of harm, harm vectors, and harm agents, as well as prevention and response strategies, tactics and resources. This session will empower security professionals to transcend traditional command-and-control paradigms, embracing a flexible, iterative model essential for securing the evolving AI landscape.” – Mike Fein

Speakers:

  • Mike Fein, senior director, security and resilience services strategic programs, Google
  • Patrick Geonetta, vice president of corporate security, OpenAI
  • Wayne Hendricks, head of global security, Macquarie Group
  • Brian Reich, chair, New York City Chapter, ASIS International

How We Leverage AI in Complex Data Analysis and Utilizing OSINT Products in the Security Realm

Thursday, Nov. 21, 1:00-1:45 p.m.

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, leveraging AI for complex data analysis and utilizing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) products are becoming essential components of modern security strategies. This panel discussion brings together industry experts to explore the intricacies of integrating these technologies to enhance security measures. Participants will gain insights into how digital footprints exponentially increase threat profiles, understanding the various ways in which personal and organizational data trails can be exploited by malicious actors, and the importance of complex computing power in detecting and combating these threats, examining the resource requirements and cost implications of deploying AI and machine learning systems for effective threat analysis.

"With the growing use of AI in the security world, it is increasingly more important to understand how OSINT is leveraged and how models are being used in many different ways to become threats as much as benefits. Participants will gain insights into how digital footprints exponentially increase threat profiles, understanding the various ways in which personal and organizational data trails can be exploited by malicious actors. We are in a transformative period in security where the convergence of the physical and logical domain become even more intertwined." – Pierre Bourgeix

Speakers:

  • Pierre M. Bourgeix, CEO and founder, ESI Convergent
  • Andrew Ferris, OSINT subject matter expert, Jacobs
  • Adi Karisik, division vice president, global technology strategy and operations, Jacobs

The AI-Enabled Security Program of the Future – How Will You Get There?

Thursday, Nov. 21, 1:00-1:45 p.m.

In this dynamic discussion, participants will explore tactics to build their roadmap to AI-enabled security programs tailored to their organization's needs and missions. As the security landscape evolves with technological advancements, automation and true AI, determining which innovations to adopt is crucial.  AI-enabled technology increases efficiency by automating routine tasks, freeing human resources for more strategic roles. Predictive analytics at an enterprise scale can preempt threats by analyzing historical and real-time data, providing actionable intelligence that may otherwise go undetected. Attendees will get tips on how to develop effective future plans, control project scopes and manage stakeholder expectations and strategic alignment throughout the life cycle of security initiatives.

"I am thrilled to be part of this panel, discussing how security leaders will be considering, planning and building AI-enabled security programs in the coming years. It's an exciting time for our industry as we explore how AI can transform analysis, alerting, efficiency and security decision making. As people explore the show floor this year, they will see so many new options for their programs. Having this talk on Wednesday will help them begin to think about what may and may not work in their worlds. We plan to engage the audience, discuss risk-led security decision making and provide real-world insights on how to navigate the challenges and potential opportunities of integrating AI into security operations. I look forward to sharing ideas and learning together as we shape the future of security technology." – Rachelle Loyear, vice president, integrated security solutions, Allied Universal

Speakers:

  • Rachelle Loyear, vice president, integrated security solutions, Allied Universal
  • Kevin Speed, vice president of technology, critical infrastructure security, IndustrialENet

Integrated Systems and Human Verification: The Critical Missing Piece in AI-Based Threat Monitoring

Thursday, Nov. 21, 2:00-2:45 p.m.

AI has the potential to greatly impact the physical security sector. In order to ensure a positive impact, we need to work together industry-wide to understand the potential issues and pitfalls and outline a responsible and staged implementation approach. Join us for an engaging conversation where we will explore the importance of building confidence in AI as we move beyond the theoretical and seek to better understand actual use cases in the physical security sector. This session will feature a unique and interactive presentation by a human expert and an AI bot, showcasing the symbiotic relationship between humans and robots in the security industry. Together, they will demonstrate how AI can augment human intelligence, solve complex security challenges and highlight the critical need for human oversight to ensure responsible and effective AI deployment.

Presenter:

  • Alejandro Ramirez – Chief Product Officer, Cobalt AI

You can access the full SIA Education at ISC conference program for only $130 by registering for a SIA Education at ISC Passport. Even better, use SIA’s free registration link to sign up for the ISC East trade show and save 20% on your conference pass!

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