At AbbVie, Rachel James, a Principal AI ML Threat Intelligence Engineer, is on the front lines of the AI-powered cybersecurity battle. James emphasizes that AI, while a powerful defensive tool, is also being weaponized by malicious actors, creating a complex landscape for security professionals.
James’ team leverages large language models to efficiently analyze vast quantities of security alerts, identifying critical patterns and vulnerabilities within AbbVie’s security infrastructure. They integrate OpenCTI, a comprehensive threat intelligence platform, to create a cohesive understanding of the evolving threat landscape.
However, James cautions against the uncritical adoption of AI, highlighting potential drawbacks such as the unpredictable nature of generative AI, reduced transparency in decision-making, and the risk of overestimating the potential return on investment. She underscores the importance of aligning the cyber threat intelligence lifecycle with the data science lifecycle to ensure effective AI integration.
Interested in learning more? James shares her insights on her cybershujin GitHub repository and will present her expertise at the AI & Big Data Expo Europe in Amsterdam on September 24-25, 2025.