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

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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 ebook
01:27 - Welcome to the Cyber Work Podcast
01:45 - Meet Dr. Shayla Treadwell
03:36 - Shayla's journey into cybersecurity
07:24 - The role of governance, risk and compliance
13:15 - Daily responsibilities of a GRC professional
15:40 - Challenges and skills in GRC
23:10 - AI in governance, risk and compliance
31:11 - Leveraging AI for efficiency
31:46 - Balancing compliance and innovation
32:44 - Understanding compliance beyond regulations
34:00 - The VUCA concept and its relevance
35:22 - AI's humanistic and ethical considerations
40:10 - Skills for AI governance careers
43:49 - Global AI governance community
47:24 - Opportunities and challenges in AI
49:07 - Optimism in AI's future
53:05 - Career advice and ECS overview
57:29 - AI and GRC
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