CURRICULUM: Cybersecurity Leadership AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders™ 1/2 Day Course 2 CPEs AIS247: AI Security Essentials for Business Leaders™ is essential training for professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the business world. This training provides a thorough exploration of generative AI (GenAI), starting with a foundational understanding of why GenAI has become a key strategic element in various industries. It delves into the mechanisms of GenAI, including topics such as prompt engineering and the complexities of large language models. Participants will gain valuable insights into the common risks associated with GenAI usage, including strategies and tactics for risk mitigation. An important aspect of AIS247 training is its focus on AI-related cybersecurity risk management and the development of AI policies, equipping attendees with the knowledge to manage AI innovations responsibly and securely. The training is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of professionals involved in AI implementation, from decision-makers on AI-related topics to technologists and end users, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of GenAI’s role in both personal and professional spheres. The training emphasizes the practical application of AI in the workplace, highlighting how GenAI can enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve the quality of work. Example applications and use cases are integral to the training and cover a range of ways GenAI is making an impact, including content creation, data analysis, software engineering, customer support, and cybersecurity. Through these practical examples, participants will understand the strong motivation business find to use AI in their own work environments and how to balance the productivity gains with risk management. AIS247™ addresses the challenges of AI implementation, discussing the ethical and secure use of AI technologies, the importance of transparency and accountability, and the need and process for development of AI policies that align with organizational goals. By the end of the training, attendees will understand the technological aspects of AI, why it’s such a transformational force in business, and how to apply these tools safely, ethically and effectively in the workplace. Business Takeaways ▐ Develop a clear understanding of why GenAI adoption is imminent and why it is critical to manage the associated risks. ▐ Gain insight into AI’s role in business and how it is being leveraged for improved productivity. ▐ Enhance your capability to directly address the primary risks resulting from AI implementation, integration, and everyday usage. ▐ Discover the content, teams, and processes required to implement effective AI policies in your organization. ▐ Understand the need for ethical and transparent AI usage in today’s workplace due to pressure, human and cyber risks, mitigation, and policy strategies. You Will Be Able To ▐ Learn how Generative AI works and how it is being used to help increase productivity. ▐ Understand prompt engineering to optimize interactions and outputs from Generative AI systems, ensuring clarity and relevance. ▐ Address and mitigate risks associated with AI, including addressing bias, overreliance, and data security. ▐ Appreciate the basics about the intersection of AI and cybersecurity and how to manage associated risks. ▐ Gain insights into the ethical considerations and best practices for AI usage. ▐ Acquire the basic skills to assess AI initiatives and drive successful AI strategies. Who Should Attend ▐ CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, CMOs ▐ Business leaders, unit leads, managers ▐ Senior legal, HR, marketing, sales, and finance professionals ▐ Information security officers ▐ IT leaders, managers, and team leads ▐ Security directors, managers, engineers ▐ Chief Product Officers, Product Managers ▐ Engineers, Software Developers, and Analysts involved in AI adoption For detailed course description, visit SANS.ORG/AIS247 Dan deBeaubien Course Author WAYS TO TAKE AIS247 OnDemand
