Test Security, Agentic AI, and the Future of Assessment with Paul Muir from risr/

As assessment programs confront increasingly sophisticated fraud and rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence, protecting trust and integrity has never been more complex. In this episode of Tried and Tested, host Isabelle Gonthier, PhD, ICE-CCP sits down with Paul Muir, Chief Customer Officer at risr/ and Board Chair of the Association of Test Publishers, for a candid conversation recorded live at the ATP Innovations in Testing Conference.With more than 25 years in the assessment industry, Paul shares a front‑line perspective on test security, the rise of agentic AI, and the evolving role of industry collaboration. Together, they explore how assessment leaders can move from reactive security measures to more strategic, forward‑looking approaches, and how ATP is helping guide the community through a period of rapid technological change.What you’ll learn:How the test security threat landscape is evolving, including organized cheating, content harvesting, and increasingly sophisticated fraud techniquesWhere assessment and credentialing programs remain most vulnerable today, and why keeping pace with fraud is such a challengeWhat agentic AI means in the context of assessment, and how more autonomous systems introduce both new risks and new opportunitiesHow AI can be used proactively to strengthen test security rather than simply reacting to emerging threatsHow Paul’s dual perspective as a technology leader and ATP Board Chair informs his view of where assessment is headedThe role ATP plays in helping the industry navigate innovation, security, and trust during periods of rapid changeWhy collaboration and community engagement are critical to protecting the integrity of assessment programsWho should listen:Assessment and credentialing leaders responsible for program integrityTest security, compliance, and risk professionalsEducation and assessment technology providersOrganizations exploring or deploying AI in assessment programsATP members and professionals engaged in the broader assessment communityAbout the guest:Paul Muir serves as the Chief Customer Officer at risr/ and currently holds the position of Board Chair for the Association of Test Publishers (ATP). With over 25 years of experience in the assessment sector, Paul is an experienced leader and active volunteer, specialising in areas such as test security, assessment reform, technology-enabled assessment, and Artificial Intelligence. Since joining risr/ in 2024, Paul, who is based in the UK, has been responsible for driving thought leadership, developing strategic partnerships, and fostering engagement across the industry, community, and customer base.