Zscaler CISO Sam Curry: AI to Reshape Security & Work

Zscaler CISO Sam Curry says AI will reshape security, governance, and the future of work. He shared these insights on the CAIO Connect Podcast with host Sanjay Puri. Here's the thing: Curry believes artificial intelligence is just one of several disruptive forces. He also points to quantum computing, robotics, and synthetic biology as creating an era of overlapping disruptions. Companies must become more adaptable and resilient as technology changes faster. What's interesting is Curry's take on security. He compares it to car brakes, saying strong security lets organizations move faster with confidence. He encourages CISOs to support AI adoption and advises Chief AI Officers to work closely with security teams. This partnership could become very important in modern enterprises. The conversation also touched on Anthropic’s Project Mythos, an advanced AI system. This system can identify software vulnerabilities at unprecedented speed and scale, changing cybersecurity. Curry predicts many organizations will face code freezes and increased security reviews because of newly discovered vulnerabilities. He emphasized Zero Trust architectures and stronger security fundamentals. The bottom line: AI governance requires collaboration across many departments, not just one executive. This means everyone needs to understand how these rapid technological changes impact their organization and adapt quickly.