Jay Bavisi is the Co-Founder and President of EC-Council, which focuses on information security education, training, and certification to address global cyber terrorism concerns.
EC-Council's programs include certifications like Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) and partnerships with organizations like ITU to enhance global information security capabilities.
Bavisi launched EC-Council post-9/11 to address evolving security challenges in the digital world and created a global force of ethical hackers with the CEH certification.
The rise of generative AI, notably ChatGPT, has transformed the cybersecurity landscape, requiring professionals to adapt to faster, AI-driven threats.
CEH certification prepares professionals to combat AI-powered threats, incorporating AI simulations and over 550 attack techniques into the learning experience.
EC-Council's training reflects the increasing role of AI in cyber threats, aiming to build a culture of security globally and continuously update learners on the latest threats.
The organization maintains high standards by balancing research, innovation, and validation processes, ensuring that programs evolve to meet AI advancements.
EC-Council engages in shaping global cybersecurity policy, emphasizing insights from cybersecurity professionals across 145 countries and contributing to national workforce standards.
As AI becomes integral to cybersecurity, traditional security roles are evolving into AI security specialists, requiring professionals to understand both cybersecurity and intelligent systems.
EC-Council supports cybersecurity innovation globally, investing in startups outside major tech hubs and providing mentorship, training, and platforms for talent recognition and innovation.