AI in GRC: Dr. Shayla Treadwell on balancing innovation and risk | Cyber Work Podcast

Get your FREE 2024 Cybersecurity Salary Guide: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/form/cybersecurity-salary-guide-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast Today on CyberWork, Dr. Shayla Treadwell, vice president of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) at ECS, discusses the role of AI in the GRC space. She breaks down AI applications for GRC, the importance of AI governance and the significant roles in performing compliance on AI tools and software. Dr. Treadwell also shares her unorthodox journey into cybersecurity, emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, and offers career advice for aspiring professionals. Additionally, the episode highlights the impact of AI on the cybersecurity landscape and strategies for effectively integrating AI while mitigating risks.00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Cybersecurity salary ebook01:27 - Welcome to the Cyber Work Podcast01:45 - Meet Dr. Shayla Treadwell03:36 - Shayla's journey into cybersecurity07:24 - The role of governance, risk and compliance13:15 - Daily responsibilities of a GRC professional15:40 - Challenges and skills in GRC23:10 - AI in governance, risk and compliance31:11 - Leveraging AI for efficiency31:46 - Balancing compliance and innovation32:44 - Understanding compliance beyond regulations34:00 - The VUCA concept and its relevance35:22 - AI's humanistic and ethical considerations40:10 - Skills for AI governance careers43:49 - Global AI governance community47:24 - Opportunities and challenges in AI49:07 - Optimism in AI's future53:05 - Career advice and ECS overview57:29 - AI and GRC– View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast  About InfosecInfosec’s mission is to put people at the center of cybersecurity. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and phishing training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. More than 70% of the Fortune 500 have relied on Infosec Skills to develop their security talent, and more than 5 million learners worldwide are more cyber-resilient from Infosec IQ’s security awareness training. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.