Contributed by the ESRM Community and the Professional Development Community

Description

The Chief Security Officer's (CSO) role is undergoing a tectonic shift. Once guardians of physical assets, they now face a digital frontier teeming with cyber threats, data breaches, and the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence.

The best CSOs needs to bridge the gap between security and IT/Cyber, enabling businesses to embrace new technologies while mitigating risks. Through security awareness and interdepartmental collaboration, the CSO needs to drives organizational resilience and growth.

Shifting Threatscape: The CSO role is undergoing a radical metamorphosis. Physical security alone is no longer enough in today's digital world. The CSO must become a master of cyber defense, adept at threat intelligence and proactive risk management.

AI Imperative: CSOs must understand AI's potential vulnerabilities and leverage its power. CSOs must lead the integration of cutting-edge security to mitigate threats and optimize operations.

Business Enabler: CSOs understand the delicate balance between different domains. By fostering a culture of security and building bridges, the CSO becomes a vital driver of organizational resilience and growth.

AI era demands a new breed of CSO—one with a blend of technical prowess, strategic vision, and business acumen.

This AI era demands a new breed of CSO – a hybrid of cyber warrior, tech visionary, and business leader.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

§ Understand and Apply AI in Security Operations: Participants will gain practical knowledge of how AI-powered security tools work, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment. They will learn how to integrate these tools into existing security strategies and leverage their capabilities to enhance cyber defenses.

§ Navigate the Cyber-Physical Convergence Zone: Participants will explore the evolving landscape where physical and cyber security converge. They will learn to identify and mitigate threats that span both domains, develop effective incident response plans for hybrid attacks, and build collaborative teams that bridge the gap between various teams.

§ Champion Security as a Business Enabler: Participants will refine their communication skills to effectively translate technical security concepts into clear business value propositions. They will gain expertise in aligning security initiatives with business goals, measuring the impact of security investments, and advocating for resources to implement proactive, AI-powered security solutions.

Speaker*

Col. Kanwal Kishore, SM, (Retd)

Col. Kanwal Kishore, SM (Retd) is Head FM at L&T Realty for Residential Projects, Pan India. Prior to this he headed security of Asia’s biggest integrated business infrastructure – Jio World Centre, Reliance Industries Ltd.

Renowned International Certification

• CPP from ASIS international
• CBCP from DRI International
• CSP from IISSM, India

Awards

• Best Security Director by OSPA
• Best in Corporate Security by CAPSI
• Security Man of the Year by BW India
• Best Security Team in RGCS, Reliance Industries Ltd.

Special invitee for International and National knowledge sharing sessions as Keynote Speaker and Panellist.

Proudly served in the Indian Army for 21 years prior to joining corporate. He has exposure to the international environment at the United Nations and was handpicked for a training course in Austria. He is conferred Gallantry Award - Sena Medal and commended for rescue operations in High Altitude Areas. He has been an Instructor at three prestigious institutes of the Indian Army.

*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.

Topic: Professional Development

Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.