The Future of AI-Driven Cyber Defense

Join the CSIS Economic Security and Technology Department on Wednesday, July 1st, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for a discussion on the growing role of artificial intelligence in cyber defense and what it means for the future of national security, critical infrastructure protection, and digital resilience. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and persistent, governments and industry are increasingly turning to AI-enabled tools to detect intrusions, automate threat analysis, strengthen network defense, and respond to attacks at machine speed.

The conversation will examine both the opportunities and risks associated with AI-enabled cyber defense, including questions around automation, escalation, workforce implications, infrastructure security, and the reliability of AI systems in high-stakes environments. Panelists will also explore how adversaries are leveraging AI to enhance offensive cyber operations, what this evolving threat landscape means for defenders, and how policymakers can balance innovation, security, and accountability as AI becomes more deeply integrated into cyber operations.

This event is made possible through funding from Google.org.