AI and Cybersecurity: Strategies for Resilience and Defense (Live Online)
Key Takeaways
The program will equip you with the critical tools and strategies needed to:
Integrate AI into cybersecurity strategy to enhance threat detection, response speed, and system resilience
Address the risks AI brings to both defense and offense in cybersecurity
Manage AI’s ethical and governance challenges, especially when dealing with Shadow AI and AI system abuse
Build skills to design strong defenses against AI-powered cybercrime
Program Highlights
Who Is the Program For?
This program is designed for professionals working across cybersecurity, AI, or technology leadership — especially those facing new challenges in aligning security strategy with emerging AI risks. It is ideal for:
Chief Technology Officers, CISOs, and Senior IT Leaders
Cybersecurity, Risk, and Compliance Executives
Digital Transformation and Innovation Leaders
Technical Leads in AI, Data, or Infrastructure Roles
Program Curriculum
From AI's ethical governance challenges to expert-led sessions on AI-driven defense strategies, the curriculum equips you with actionable insights to build cyber resilience and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Module 1: AI and Cybersecurity: Vulnerabilities and Cyber Crime
Module 2: AI Tactics and Strategic Governance
Module 3: AI Abuse, Agents and Autonomous Cybersecurity
Module 4: Shadow AI, Human Risk, and Trust
Explore the live online program curriculum in detail to see how it shapes your learning journey.
Frameworks and Tools
Participants will be introduced to key frameworks and industry standards that shape AI security and serve as reference points for understanding emerging risks and executive-level strategies. This includes:
MITRE ATLAS
AI Secure-by-Design Executive Framework
MIT AI Risk Taxonomy Tool
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
Case Studies
Explore real-world AI-powered cybercrime and defense through case studies that reveal how today’s most sophisticated attacks unfold—and what leaders can do to respond. Examples include:
The $25 Million Deepfake Video Conference
The CEO Voice Cloning Attack
The Energy Company CEO Fraud
The Livestream Crypto Scam
Building on these real-world scenarios, the capstone experience challenges learners to evaluate enterprise risk, navigate complex threat environments, and develop AI-integrated security strategies grounded in both technical rigor and executive decision-making.
Live Session Schedule
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Faculty
Senior Lecturer and a Principal Research Scientist at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
Keri Pearlson is a Senior Lecturer and a Principal Research Scientist at the MIT Sloan School. She previously served as the Executive Director of the CAMS (Cybersecurity At MI...
Supporting Faculty
Chief Security Strategist, Cato Networks | Founding Member, Cato CTRL
Etay Maor is a cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in threat intelligence, security research, and strategic defense. As the chief security strategist at Cato Networ...
Certificate
Get recognized! Upon successful completion of this program, you receive 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), a globally recognized measure of professional learning that reflects compliance with international quality standards, and a certificate of completion from MIT xPRO.
This program is graded as a pass or fail; participants must receive 75 percent to pass and obtain the certificate of completion.
After the successful completion of the program, a verified digital certificate will be emailed to participants, at no additional cost, with the name used when registering for the program.
All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of MIT xPRO.
FAQs
How do I know if this program is right for me?
After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email [email protected], and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.
Are there any prerequisites for this program?
Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above.
Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.
What is the typical class profile?
More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.
What other dates will this program be offered in the future?
Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.
How much time is required each week?
Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.
How will my time be spent?
We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:
Engaging with recorded video lectures from faculty
Attending webinars and office hours, as per the specific program schedule
Reading or engaging with examples of core topics
Completing knowledge checks/quizzes and required activities
Engaging in moderated discussion groups with your peers
Completing your final project, if required
The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.
What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?
More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programs said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded.
All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the program delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the program in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course.
A dedicated program support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.
How do I interact with other program participants?
Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.
What is the relationship between Emeritus and MIT xPRO?
Emeritus and MIT xPRO collaborate to create and deliver educational programs. None of these programs are Title IV-eligible.
What are the requirements to earn the certificate?
Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life.
This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.
What type of certificate will I receive?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile.The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.
Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?
No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
Do I receive alumni status after completing this program?
No, there is no alumni status granted for this program. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification.
How long will I have access to the learning materials?
You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 24 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.
What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?
Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.
Do I need to be online to access the program content?
Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.
Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.
Can I still register if the registration deadline has passed?
Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.
What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?
The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page.
Flexible payment options are available (see details below as well as at the top of this program web page next to FEE).
Tuition assistance is available for participants who qualify. Please email [email protected].
What if I don’t have a credit card? Is there another method of payment accepted?
Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.
I was not able to use the discount code provided. Can you help?
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How can I obtain an invoice for payment?
Please email us your invoicing requirements and the specific program you’re interested in enrolling in.
Is there an option to make flexible payments for this program?
Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.
How can I obtain a W9 form?
Please connect with us via email for assistance.
Who will be collecting the payment for the program?
Emeritus collects all program payments, provides learner enrollment and program support, and manages learning platform services.
Are there any restrictions on the types of funding that can be used to pay for the program?
Program fees for Emeritus programs with MIT xPRO may not be paid for with (a) funds from the GI Bill, the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Act of 2008, or similar types of military education funding benefits or (b) Title IV financial aid funds.
What is the program refund and deferral policy?
For the program refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.
Financing Options
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