AI and the Future of Cybersecurity: CISO Harvard Roundtable

What is keeping leading Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) up at night? Hear from them as they discuss the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, with a sharp focus on how artificial intelligence is reshaping both cyber threats and defenses. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply passionate about tech and security, this is an opportunity to hear directly from top experts on the frontlines of cyber innovation.

Meet the Expert Panelists:
🔹 Jennifer Gold – Chief Information Security Officer at Risk Aperture
President & Board Chair Emeritus of the NY Metro InfraGard Members Alliance (FBI), Jennifer is a decorated cybersecurity leader and founding member of the National AI and Cybersecurity ISAO. She also serves in the U.S. Marine Corps Cyber Auxiliary and was named one of the Top 50 Global Leaders in Information Security (2024). Her numerous honors include the Presidential Call to Service Medal (2023) and NY State Assembly Woman of Distinction Award (2024).

🔹 David Cass– Global CISO at GSR & President of CISOs Connect
A former lead regulator at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and CISO for IBM Cloud, David has deep experience in digital assets, cybersecurity regulation, and executive risk leadership. He also teaches at Harvard and Rutgers, serves on industry boards, and leads peer networks for CISOs worldwide.

🔹 Naveen Balakrishnan– Managing Director at TD Securities
With a distinguished track record in cybersecurity governance and third-party risk, Naveen has held senior leadership roles across TD Bank, BMO Capital Markets, and Deloitte. He is a CPA and a CIA.

Moderated and Hosted by Bruce Huang, Ph.D., Ed.D.

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