CISO + hacker spotlight: Meet Aaron Guzman

Aaron Guzman, CISO of Cisco Network Product Engineering, emphasizes the importance of integrating a hacker mindset into security leadership, particularly in the context of securing hardware in the age of AI. Drawing from his early experiences of hacking for understanding rather than malice, Aaron applies this curiosity-driven approach to address complex challenges in hardware security, such as intricate supply chains and persistent test interfaces. He stresses the need for foundational reimagining of security practices, advocating for collaboration and transparency across ecosystems to tackle vulnerabilities more effectively. Aaron also discusses the transformative role of AI in security testing, highlighting its potential to accelerate processes and enhance human capabilities. He envisions a future where AI and human collaboration in security testing can lead to more efficient bug detection and organizational defense, urging teams to adopt AI-driven workflows to complement human creativity and judgment.