Fueling the Business with Cyber AI & Automation with Kieran Norton

In this episode of Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership, interviews Kieran Norton, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP and U.S. Cyber and AI Automation Leader. They discuss the evolution from traditional Security Operations Centers (SOC) to AI-native SOCs, addressing the issues of alert fatigue and data volume.

Norton explains how AI can automate routine tasks, allowing analysts to focus on more complex issues, enhancing an organization’s security posture, and offers insights into the interplay between AI and human intelligence in cybersecurity. Also covered are the future trends in AI and cybersecurity, the importance of integrating existing tools with AI SOC platforms, and the benefits of zero-trust solutions.

00:00 Introduction to Threat Vector Podcast
00:22 Guest Introduction: Kieran Norton
01:08 Understanding AI Native Security Operations Centers
01:51 Challenges of Traditional SOCs
03:12 The Role of AI in Modern SOCs
06:33 Real-World Applications of AI in SOCs
10:59 Enhancing Threat Detection with AI
14:37 Metrics and Measuring Success in AI SOCs
18:56 Improving Security Posture with AI
21:16 Case Studies and Real-World Examples
23:45 AI-Driven Threat Intelligence
25:38 Applying Data Science to Cybersecurity
26:49 The Role of Zero Trust in AI SOC
28:09 Scalability and Flexibility in AI SOC
31:45 Integrating Existing Tools with AI SOC
38:03 Future Trends in AI and Cybersecurity
41:45 Skills for Success in AI-Driven Cybersecurity
45:35 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts
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