Dr. Anmol Agarwal is a senior security researcher focused on securing 5G and 6G. Her research interests include AI and Machine Learning security. She is also an adjunct professor teaching Machine Learning to doctoral students. She holds a doctoral degree in cybersecurity analytics and previously worked at the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency managing risk to the federal enterprise. Dr. Agarwal is also an active speaker and has spoken at numerous events and conferences to educate the public about cybersecurity and data science concepts. In her free time, she enjoys mentoring others in the community, traveling, and spending time with her family.

In this intriguing episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, we delve into the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and cybersecurity with Dr. Anmol Agarwal. Phillip and Dr. Agarwal engage in a comprehensive discussion that illuminates the cutting-edge advancements in telecommunications security, the ethical considerations of AI, and practical advice for those looking to break into the cybersecurity field.

Dr. Agarwal shares her journey from computer science student to an authoritative voice in the AI and cybersecurity realm, revealing insights into the quarterly meetings for 5G and 6G standardization. She provides valuable knowledge on how both offensive and defensive strategies are shaping AI utilization in security and offers resource recommendations for those aspiring to pen-test AI and machine learning systems. The conversation uncovers the current and potential applications of AI in various technologies and initiatives, from digital twins to deepfakes, and how they pose significant opportunities and threats to cybersecurity.