Dan Maslin, the Group Chief Information Security Officer at Monash University, discusses the institution's initiatives in AI governance, security, and talent development. Monash University is pioneering an advanced AI supercomputer project using the NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 platform, aimed at enhancing research capabilities in various fields. Maslin emphasizes the importance of integrating security considerations early in the project lifecycle, including evaluating data center arrangements and hardware supplier security measures. AI governance at Monash is managed by a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Steering Committee, which reports to the Vice-Chancellor and oversees the integration of AI in education, research, and operations. Additionally, the university has implemented a comprehensive AI Readiness Framework to guide responsible AI use and compliance. Proactive security, including offensive security testing, is a core component of Maslin’s strategy, leveraging a crowd of ethical hackers for vulnerability assessments. The Cyber Security Student Incubation Program exemplifies Monash's commitment to talent development, providing students with paid, real-world experience, thereby creating a robust talent pipeline for the cybersecurity field.