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From Framework to Reality: Expert Insights on the SANS AI Security Maturity Model

  • Wed, Sep 16, 2026
  • 10:30AM - 2:30PM EDT
  • English
  • Chris Cochran, Diana Kelley, Malcolm Harkins + 1 more
  • Technical Presentation
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Master the framework for secure AI adoption

As organizations accelerate AI adoption, security leaders face new challenges in securing, governing, and operationalizing AI. Join Chris Cochran, SANS Field CISO and Vice President of AI Security, for an exclusive discussion on the newly released AI Security Maturity Model (AI-SMM), a practical framework for assessing, benchmarking, and advancing AI security capabilities.

This event brings together AI and cybersecurity experts, practitioners, and industry leaders to share practical strategies, real-world experiences, and insights into the trends shaping the future of AI security.

What You Will Learn

  • Implement the AI-SMM: Benchmark your current state and map a clear path to AI security maturity.
  • Govern & Operationalize: Discover how top organizations balance rapid AI innovation with robust governance.
  • Secure Agentic AI: Gain practical defenses against threats unique to autonomous AI systems and non-human identities.
  • Stay Ahead of Trends: Explore the emerging standards and best practices shaping the future of AI security.

Featured Keynote Panel Discussion: Securing Agentic AI—The Problem Is Bigger Than Any Vendor

Following Chris Cochran's keynote on the AI-SMM, join our expert panel for a candid discussion on securing autonomous AI systems and scaling AI adoption responsibly.

Moderator

  • Chris Cochran, SANS Field CISO and Vice President of AI Security

Featured experts

  • Diana Kelley, CISO, Noma Security
  • Malcolm Harkins, Chief Security & Trust Officer, HiddenLayer
  • Rock Lambros, Director of AI Security & Governance, Zenity

Meet Your Speakers

Chris Cochran

Chris Cochran

Field CISO and Vice President of AI Security at SANS Institute

Chris Cochran is a Marine Corps veteran, cybersecurity leader, and strategist with deep expertise in threat intelligence, security operations, emerging technology, and executive leadership.

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Diana Kelley

Diana Kelley

CISO at Noma Security

Diana Kelley is the CISO at Noma Security where she serves as a trusted advisor to customers while spearheading strategic programs to support continuous innovation and AI security leadership.

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Malcolm Harkins

Chief Security & Trust Officer at HiddenLayer

Malcolm Harkins engages in a wide variety of peer outreach activities to drive improvements across the world in the understanding of cyber risks and best practices to manage and mitigate those risks.

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Rock Lambros

Kyriakos "Rock" Lambros

Director of AI Security and Governance at Zenity

Kyriakos “Rock” Lambros is the CEO and Founder of RockCyber, LLC. He is a seasoned Cybersecurity and Information Technology executive with expertise in aligning cybersecurity and technology strategy with enterprise business goals in order to reduce the risk of revenue to the organization.

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