Artificial Intelligence

Governing AI with Zero Trust

Published on March 05, 2025

Technology has advanced at an unprecedented pace, transforming the way we live, work, and connect. But with great progress comes great responsibility—especially when it comes to securing artificial intelligence (AI). In this episode of the ManageEngine Insights podcast, host Debanjali Ghosh sits down with cybersecurity expert Dr. Chase Cunningham, widely known as the Doctor of Zero Trust, to explore the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and responsible governance.

AI has the potential to revolutionize industries, but it also introduces new risks. What happens when AI systems go rogue, get compromised, or misinterpret their roles? How can Zero Trust principles help organizations secure AI-driven environments? Dr. Cunningham breaks down these critical issues and shares practical strategies for implementing robust security frameworks in an AI-powered world.

Key takeaways  

  • The biggest cybersecurity risks posed by AI and how Zero Trust mitigates them

  • Why AI systems must be treated with the same scrutiny as human users

  • How “never trust, always verify” and “least privilege access” apply to AI-driven systems

  • The role of Zero Trust in preventing adversarial AI attacks, such as data poisoning

  • Strategies for monitoring AI in real time to detect and respond to threats

  • How emerging technologies like quantum computing and decentralized networks will impact AI security

  • The evolving role of regulation and policy in shaping AI governance

Debanjali Ghosh

Debanjali Ghosh

Technical Evangelist, ManageEngine

Debanjali Ghosh (a.k.a Debs), a technical evangelist at ManageEngine, helps IT leaders and global enterprises through the evolving landscape of cybersecurity challenges. She is a sought speaker on key IAM and cybersecurity trends at international conferences and summits. Her research on pivotal topics such as Zero Trust, advanced authentication, and constructing enterprise-grade cybersecurity frameworks has garnered much acclaim. Her deep understanding of the latest technological advancements and her strategic role in product management uniquely position her to offer valuable advice. This expertise has been instrumental in aiding numerous Fortune 500 companies to enhance their cybersecurity strategies.

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