Optiv CRO urges agility in tackling AI-driven cybersecurity landscape

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities and challenges for cybersecurity firms like Optiv, according to Sean Forkan, the company's newly appointed Chief Revenue Officer. Forkan highlighted the critical need for agility in adapting to the swift pace of change brought about by AI, ensuring customers can effectively navigate evolving security threats, with further coverage provided by CRN.

Forkan, who joined Optiv in August, stressed that the current era of AI is defined by an unprecedented speed of change compared to previous technological disruptions. This necessitates a focus on agility and rapid adaptation to meet customer needs. Key concerns for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and Chief Security Officers (CSOs) include effectively representing AI-related risks to their boards and addressing the persistent talent shortage in cybersecurity.

Despite AI's rise, the demand for skilled professionals continues, though the required skill set is evolving to include proficiency with AI tools. CISOs are also grappling with the challenge of securing AI itself and making the business case for increased budget allocation. Optiv aims to partner with CISOs to address these critical unmet needs, leveraging a comprehensive portfolio of products and services while ensuring customers derive tangible value and adapting quickly to feedback.

Source: CRN