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The AI Arms Race Shaping Federal Cyber

Resilience

By Gary Barlet, Federal Chief Technology Officer, Illumio

At its core, the paradox of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity lies in conflicting uses. On one hand,
malicious actors harness AI to launch sophisticated cyberattacks, exploiting vulnerabilities and evading
traditional defense mechanisms with alarming efficiency.

Conversely, AI emerges as a powerful ally for defenders, offering advanced analytics and automation
capabilities to bolster cyber resilience. AI-driven tools streamline operations by automating routine tasks
and facilitating rapid threat detection and response, thus bolstering an agency’s ability to mitigate risks
effectively. AI can also play a crucial role in securing hybrid environments by dynamically adapting
security measures to the complex nature of such infrastructures, ensuring comprehensive protection
across on-premises and cloud-based systems.

Machine learning (ML) algorithms, a cornerstone of AI, stand at the vanguard of this defensive revolution.
Capable of analyzing vast datasets in real-time, they pinpoint anomalous patterns indicative of potential
threats, empowering security teams with timely insights and recommendations.

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