This article highlights the increasing reliance on AI agents and automated scripts (Non-Human Identities or NHIs) in cybersecurity, suggesting AI is not just a tool *used* by cybersecurity professionals but is becoming a *workforce* within cybersecurity itself. The exponential growth of these NHIs necessitates a re-evaluation of identity and access management strategies to secure these AI-driven entities as they become integral to organizational operations.
The cybersecurity sector faces a paradigm shift as it integrates AI agents and automated scripts into its workforce. This requires cybersecurity firms to develop specialized expertise in securing NHIs, adapt their service offerings to address the unique challenges posed by AI-driven identities, and navigate the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding AI in security operations.
Organizations must adapt their identity governance strategies to manage and secure the growing number of AI-driven NHIs, which requires new tools and processes for access control, monitoring, and auditing. Effectively managing NHIs is essential for maintaining security posture, preventing data breaches, and ensuring compliance.