When cybersecurity becomes strategy: The AI shift CISOs cannot ignoreIn a hybrid, multi-cloud world, cyber attackers can move laterally within seconds, making AI most valuable in cyber defence when intelligence is seamlessly connected to automation, governance and human judgement, writes Harsha Vardhan Jonnalagadda, Chief Information Security Officer, at Birlasoft.By Harsha Vardhan Jonnalagadda September 8, 2026, 10:19:50 AM IST (Published)For much of the last decade, cybersecurity has been framed as a defensive discipline — a race to keep pace with adversaries who continuously evolve their tools, techniques, and motivations. Today, that framing is no longer sufficient. AI has changed the rules of engagement on both sides.Continue Reading with CNBC-TV18 Access MembershipPriority Access and Networking: CNBC-TV18's flagship events Interaction with CNBC-TV18's journalists Webinars & LIVE Q&As with India Inc. Leaders Exclusive CNBC-TV18 studio & newsroom tours Premium business insights, expert opinions & analysis Curated lifestyle privileges & offersHomeTechnology NewsWhen cybersecurity becomes strategy: The AI shift CISOs cannot ignore
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