Fighting AI with AI: Defending Against Tomorrow’s Threats Today

In This Episode

Anthony shares how an early brush with an APT shaped his entire security career. At the time, he was managing infrastructure for a global business when federal agents revealed that his organization had been compromised. That launched a one-year investigation that taught him more than any course ever could. The APT used subtle techniques like PowerShell commands and login impersonation to bypass detection. These tactics were formative, shifting Anthony’s mindset toward purple teaming—offensive and defensive practices combined.

Now at Weight Watchers, Anthony draws on that background to anticipate how attackers operate and how defenders can stay one step ahead. He warns that the next generation of cyberattacks will be driven by agentic AI—tireless, intelligent systems that don’t need rest or make human mistakes. Unlike simple generative AI, these autonomous agents can continuously probe, learn, and exploit weaknesses at scale.

Despite the daunting threat landscape, Anthony remains pragmatic. He encourages companies to adopt continuous threat exposure management (CTEM) solutions and to treat AI like a tireless assistant, not a threat. Drawing from his teaching experience and real-world war stories, Anthony recommends cloud security as a smart entry point for those breaking into the field. His advice is clear: get hands-on, embrace infrastructure, and leverage AI to scale—not replace—your human potential.