Navigating AI Risks and Resilience in Cybersecurity with Rick Hemsley

Welcome to another episode of the To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast! This week, Rachael Lyon sits down with Rick Hemsley, UK and Ireland Cybersecurity Consulting Leader at Ernst & Young, to dive deep into the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and cyber risk. With over 25 years of experience advising a diverse range of organizations—including governments—Rick Hemsley shares insights from EY's latest research on the shifting threat landscape, the phenomenon of "NAVI" (nonlinear, accelerated, volatile, interconnected challenges), and the growing impact of AI-driven attacks. The conversation explores the widening gap between innovation and governance, the need for robust guardrails, the human element in defending against adversarial AI, and the importance of integrating cybersecurity into every stage of digital transformation. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, an executive, or simply interested in the future of AI and security, this episode offers expert perspective and actionable guidance you won't want to miss. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e378