SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals


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Two years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) was primarily a buzzword, but the times have changed quickly! The rapid integration of artificial intelligence in multiple sectors has revolutionized operational efficiency, data analytics, and automation.
This survey will enable a comprehensive look into how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Delving deep into real-world applications, challenges, and the evolution of AI-based threat actors, the survey aims to provide an understanding of where we stand and where we are headed. Engaging in discussions with AI and cybersecurity, experts will uncover:
Join us as we explore the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, emphasizing actionable insights for practitioners, decision-makers, and enthusiasts eager to navigate the future of digital defense.
This white paper provides a comprehensive look into how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Delving deep into real-world applications, challenges, and the evolution of AI-based threat actors, the paper provides an insight into where we stand and where we are headed.



Matt Edmondson, Senior SANS Instructor, STI faculty, and Founder of Argelius Labs, authored SEC497 and SEC587. A DHS veteran with 11 GIAC certifications and OSCP, he draws on 20 years of investigations to deliver accessible, real-world OSINT training.
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Rick Caccia is CEO and co-founder of WitnessAI, a software company offering solutions for AI risk management, security, and governance.
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Bob Hansmann has spent over three decades helping global enterprises and government agencies to uplift their threat prevention, detection, investigation, and response capabilities. Working in areas ranging from threat research and engineering to product management and marketing across his career, Mr. Hansmann has helped pioneer many of today’s security industry standards. This breadth of experience has given him a unique perspective on finding the optimal balance between security needs with an organization’s success criteria.
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Josh Jacobson leads implementation and security advisory teams at HackerOne. With over a decade of experience in ethical hacking and information security, he designed United Airlines' bug bounty program in 2015. Before HackerOne, he managed Sony Pictures' vulnerability management program, overseeing application and endpoint security testing.
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Spencer is the Product Lead for the SecOps Investigation and Gemini product areas in Google SecOps.
Learn moreAndrew Obadiaru is the Vice President and CISO of Cobalt, where he leads the IT and security organizations.
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