ISSA LV Q3 Chapter Meeting

Title for the presentation: Leveraging AI in Cybersecurity

Presentation Abstract:

In today's rapidly evolving threat landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a critical tool for enhancing cybersecurity measures. This presentation, titled "Leveraging AI in Cybersecurity," will explore how AI is being integrated into Security Operations Centers (SOCs) to improve threat detection, incident response, and penetration testing.

Kartavya Trivedi will share insights from his experience leading both the red and blue teams that leverage AI to analyze customer environments for potential threats. The presentation will cover the following key areas:

1. Proactive Threat-hunting: How AI can be leveraged to generate customs scripts and rules in order to perform proactive threat hunting in the environment.

2. Incident Response: How AI-driven tools enable faster and more efficient responses to security incidents, minimizing the impact and helping to mitigate risks in real-time.

3. Penetration Testing: The innovative use of AI in penetration testing, including the creation of sophisticated attack vectors, automated testing processes, and detailed guidance on performing specific attacks.

By leveraging AI, Kartavya and his team have significantly enhanced their ability to protect client environments, respond to incidents more effectively, and conduct comprehensive security assessments. This presentation will provide valuable insights and practical examples of how AI can be a game-changer in the field of cybersecurity.

Speaker Bio:
Kartavya Trivedi is a seasoned Security Operations Manager at STN Inc., specializing in Offensive Security and Assume Breach scenarios. He has led multiple security assessments for public and private sector clients, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor. Kartavya is ranked among the top 800 hackers in the US on HackTheBox and excels in both digital and physical social engineering attacks using tools like FlipperZero.

In addition to his offensive skills, Kartavya has extensive experience in defensive security and digital forensics, helping clients contain and remediate ransomware attacks. His balanced expertise in offensive and defensive security provides a comprehensive perspective on today's threat landscape.

Outside of cybersecurity, Kartavya is an adventure enthusiast and is close to earning his skydiving certification. His adventurous spirit mirrors his professional approach—constantly seeking new challenges and pushing boundaries.

Kartavya's multifaceted expertise and adventurous spirit make him a standout professional in the cybersecurity industry.

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