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Welcome to the Survey: AI in Cybersecurity

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape, introducing both transformative capabilities and unprecedented challenges.

To better comprehend the adoption trends, challenges, and opportunities presented by AI/ML in cybersecurity, we invite you to participate in this survey. We seek to uncover key insights about the implementation of AI-powered security solutions, the barriers faced, and the potential benefits realized. Your participation is crucial in identifying emerging trends and informing best practices.

As a token of our gratitude, we will provide all participants with a copy of the survey report once it is available. This report will deliver thought leadership content, in-depth analysis, and actionable recommendations regarding AI in Cybersecurity, derived from the collective insights of IT and cybersecurity professionals like yourself.

The survey will take approximately 6 minutes to complete. Your responses will be treated with strict confidentiality. The anonymous, aggregated data collected will be used solely for research and analysis purposes.

Thank you for your participation in this important research!

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* 1. How would you describe your understanding of AI and Machine Learning (ML) as applied to cybersecurity? (Select one)

No Knowledge - I am not familiar with the use of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, and I do not understand the underlying principles.

Minimal Knowledge - I am aware that AI and machine learning are used in cybersecurity but do not understand the underlying principles or specific applications.

Basic Knowledge - I understand AI and machine learning at a high level and recognize that they are used in cybersecurity, but do not have a deep understanding of specific applications or techniques.

Moderate Knowledge - I understand the basic principles of AI and machine learning and some of their applications within cybersecurity but may not be familiar with more complex models or techniques.

Extensive Knowledge - I understand the principles of AI and machine learning, can differentiate between various AI models and techniques, and am aware of their specific applications and implications within cybersecurity.

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* 2. What cybersecurity functions in your organization are currently enhanced by AI and ML? (Select all that apply)

Anomaly detection and network monitoring

Malware identification

Threat intelligence analysis and prediction

Vulnerability assessment and management

User behavior analysis and insider threat detection

Automated incident response and remediation

Adversarial AI research and development

User support systems (chatbots, virtual assistants, knowledgebases…)

Security posture management

We do not currently use AI or ML in our cybersecurity efforts

Unsure

Other (please specify)

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* 3. How would you describe your organization's adoption of AI and ML in cybersecurity? (Select one)

No Implementation - No formal AI strategy in place and haven’t started using AI/ML cybersecurity technologies yet.

Strategy in Progress/Early Implementation – Currently developing a formal AI strategy for cybersecurity, or in the early stages of implementing AI/ML technologies in cybersecurity defenses.

Developing Implementation - Have a formal AI strategy and have already implemented some AI/ML technologies.

Maturing Implementation - AI strategy is established, and AI/ML technologies are well-integrated in our cybersecurity defenses.

Advanced Implementation - Well-established, deeply integrated AI strategy. Our cybersecurity defenses are highly dependent on AI/ML technologies.

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* 4. Does your organization have a dedicated resource or team responsible for AI governance in cybersecurity? (Select one)

Yes

Unsure

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* 5. How does the implementation of AI for cybersecurity rank among your organization's cybersecurity priorities? (Select one)

Top Priority - Implementation underway or will begin within the next 6 months

High Priority - Implementation planned within the next 6 to 18 months

Medium Priority - Implementation planned within the next 1 to 3 years

Low/Not a Priority - Undefined timeline

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* 6. In your opinion, which emerging AI and ML techniques hold the most promise for enhancing cybersecurity defenses? (Select up to three)

Reinforcement learning for dynamic security policy management

Explainable AI (XAI) to improve transparency and trust in AI-driven security solutions

Natural language processing (NLP) for advanced phishing detection

Federated learning for secure, privacy-preserving data sharing

Transfer learning for rapid adaptation to new threat landscapes

Quantum computing-enhanced AI algorithms for advanced cryptography

Deep learning for detecting malware in encrypted traffic

Generative adversarial networks (GANs) for threat simulation and testing

Unsure

Other (please specify)

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* 7. How do you anticipate the impact of AI on cybersecurity to evolve in the next five years? (Select one)

Major increase in impact

Moderate increase in impact

Little change

Unsure