BoC #80: The Role of the CISO | SEC Disclosure Rules | AI Risk | with Ed Amoroso, CEO of TAG Cyber
Ed Amoroso is the CEO of TAG Infosphere.
Ed is a seasoned professional in the field of cybersecurity. Before starting TAG, he was the CSO at AT&T. Ed & I discussed his journey into cybersecurity, which was influenced by his father's pioneering work in computer science and artificial intelligence.
Interview Timestamps:
(3:22) - Innovation & Ed’s time at Bell Labs
(6:50) - AI in Large Enterprise
(8:53) - Managing AI Risk in Large Enterprise
(16:36) - the CISO Role & SEC Regulations
(23:58) - Future of Cybersecurity & Government Involvement
(32:00) - Rapid Fire & Wrap Up
Background and Evolution of Cybersecurity:
He reminisces about the early days of cybersecurity at Bell Labs, where mistakes were common, and attackers were seen more as peers than adversaries.
He discusses the evolution of cybersecurity from individual entrepreneurs to large institutional research and back to individuals, driven by factors like technological advancements and market dynamics.
The Role of AI in Large Enterprises:
Ed highlights the significance of large enterprises in driving AI innovation, citing examples like Meta and Microsoft's support of OpenAI.
He emphasizes the importance of access to data for AI success and discusses the potential benefits and risks of AI in cybersecurity.
Managing AI Risk:
Ed shares insights from workshops with Fortune 500 companies on managing AI risk, emphasizing the need for clear guardrails and understanding specific threats.
He discusses the challenges of over-disclosure and the unintended consequences of regulatory measures like the SEC's four-day reporting rule.
Transitioning from CISO to Executive Leadership:
Ed reflects on the shift from technical roles to executive leadership in cybersecurity.
He discusses the need for a new executive role focused on holistic risk management and suggests that traditional CISO roles may not adequately address emerging challenges.
Rapid Fire Round:
Ed shares his favorite book, career advice, and thoughts on communicating effectively.
He reflects on his career journey and advises his younger self to stay the course.
