Date: November 9–12, 2024

Booth: #11

Location: Orlando, United States

Event Overview

Infosys is a Gold+ sponsor at the ISF Annual World Congress, taking place from November 9 to 12 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, United States. The ISF Annual World Congress is a premier global conference for senior executives and business leaders in information security, cybersecurity, and risk management. The event offers a rich learning experience through engaging keynote presentations, breakout sessions, workshops, demos, and networking opportunities. Participants will acquire practical strategies for addressing security challenges, benefit from expert guidance, and exchange best practices.

The Infosys theme for this year is "Cyber Security in the Era of AI," reflecting our commitment to providing innovative solutions that leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance cybersecurity through an AI-first approach. By combining AI capabilities with human expertise, Infosys aims to strengthen security posture, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate emerging cyber threats.

Breakout Session

Date November 10, 2024
Time 10:15 AM ET
Topic Next Gen AI in Cyber Security
Speakers
  • Luke Smith, AVP - Senior Industry Principal, Infosys CyberSecurity
  • Mayank Agarwal, AVP & Head of CyberSecurity - Americas, Infosys CyberSecurity
Abstract AI-generated cyber threats are evolving rapidly, surpassing traditional security measures. Integrating AI into cybersecurity can enhance threat detection, reduce false positives, and streamline operations. The AI-powered zero-trust model offers a robust framework for data protection in hybrid work environments. While AI cannot completely eliminate security risks, it can significantly enhance detection, containment, response, and recovery capabilities. By embracing AI, organizations can stay ahead of cybercriminals and strengthen their security posture.

Key Takeaways

  • Evaluating Defense Mechanisms: Leveraging AI can significantly enhance threat detection, incident response, and overall security posture.
  • AI-Powered Proactive Cyber Defense: Organizations must adopt AI-based security measures proactively to stay ahead of evolving threats.
  • Need for AI-Powered Security Solutions: AI can automate tasks, reduce false positives, and provide valuable insights.
  • The Two Sides of AI: AI presents both opportunities and challenges, including ethical considerations and the need for human oversight.
  • Human-Centric AI-Powered Cyber Defense: While AI is a powerful tool, human expertise remains essential for informed decision-making and ethical use of AI.

Speakers

Luke Kennedy Smith

Luke Smith, AVP - Senior Industry Principal, Infosys CyberSecurity

Luke has recently joined Infosys as the CISO for European clients. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, audit, cloud architecture, risk, and compliance, he holds certifications as a CISO and DPO across multiple domains. His expertise spans tactical and operational cybersecurity to strategy and governance at the CxO level, including regulatory compliance with global and regional regulators. Luke has also spoken at HMG events on cybersecurity topics across various industries such as Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, BFSI, and Services.

Mayank Agarwal

Mayank Agarwal, AVP & Head of CyberSecurity - Americas, Infosys CyberSecurity

Mayank has been with Infosys for two decades and currently leads the CyberSecurity business in North America. He is responsible for growing the Cloud, Infrastructure, and Cyber Security business, customer engagements, sales, and partnerships with technology partners and startups. He holds an MBA in Marketing from IIM Mumbai and a BE in Electrical Engineering. Mayank is proficient in developing strategic cybersecurity plans and managing relationships with CIOs, CISOs, and heads of Cloud and Infrastructure. He combines strong sales acumen with technical expertise.