AI and Cybersecurity: Challenges and Opportunities
Discover how AI, cybersecurity, and public-private collaboration are transforming government technology and workforce efficiency on this episode of the Executive Guidance podcast.
Discover how AI, cybersecurity, and public-private collaboration are transforming government technology and workforce efficiency on this episode of the Executive Guidance podcast.
Speakers
This episode’s host, Michael Figueroa, leads a global consulting practice that disrupts traditional hiring by matching Toptal talent with leading companies. Previously, he served as president of the Advanced Cyber Security Center and held various other roles in security and government advisory.
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Steve Orrin is a technology executive with extensive experience in cybersecurity, AI, and public sector innovation. As the Federal CTO at Intel, he specializes in modernizing government infrastructure, fostering public-private partnerships, and advancing secure, ethical AI solutions.
Steve Orrin’s career journey is rooted in technological innovation and public sector collaboration, with key expertise in AI, cybersecurity, and government modernization. From his early days in security to his current role as Federal CTO at Intel, Steve has been instrumental in bridging advanced technologies with critical government missions. He emphasizes the importance of balancing legacy systems with cutting-edge tools, fostering public-private partnerships, and using AI to augment, not replace, the workforce. With a deep understanding of security, AI ethics, and infrastructure, Steve advocates for using technology to enhance resilience and efficiency across industries.
Tune into this episode to hear Steve’s insights.
Topics explored include:
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Balancing legacy infrastructure with emerging technologies in government
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Using AI for cybersecurity and reducing repetitive tasks
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Building public-private partnerships for innovation and efficiency
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Ensuring trust and ethics in AI implementation
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The role of continuous monitoring in securing AI systems
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Strategies for workforce development in an AI-driven world
About the host
Michael has more than 20 years of experience as a security consultant, principal investigator, and trusted advisor to startups, nonprofits, and government officials. He is dedicated to helping Toptal clients navigate the industrywide skills gap with a security-centric application of the world’s largest distributed network of top talent. As the former president of the Advanced Cyber Security Center and a past Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Michael brings a depth of industry expertise to his leadership of Toptal’s information security services.
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