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KRIS BURKHARDT

KRIS BURKHARDT

TITLE : GLOBAL CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
COMPANY : ACCENTURE
INDUSTRY : INFORMATION SECURITY
LOCATION : ELMHURST , ILLINOIS integrated into cybersecurity . leaders suggest prioritising the secure development and deployment of AI systems within cybersecurity . They advocate for a “ secure by design ” approach at the inception of AI projects and emphasise understanding the potential consequences of AI system vulnerabilities and preparing robust response plans . Guidelines , such as those from the NCSC , offer valuable frameworks for guidance . By promoting cybersecurity awareness and vigilance , leaders can effectively suggest measures to mitigate evolving threats posed by AI and safeguard their organisations .
As Accenture ’ s CISO , Kris
Burkhardt leads a global team of security experts charged with protecting company , client and employee data . He oversees global infosec operations including security technology architecture and operations , client data protection , risk reduction strategies , incident response and employee training . Prior , Kris helped create Accenture ’ s global infosec capability , and led the technology and operations areas , including Accenture ’ s global SOC .
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