Data Science for Security

Published: March 13, 2024, 7:10 a.m.

On this week's episode of The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Emily Yale and Anna Bertiger. The discussion delves into Emily and Anna's daily activities within the security domain. Emily highlights her role in supporting Microsoft's internal Security Operations Center by building detections for potential threats. Anna emphasizes the practical application of research in solving security problems and focuses on anomaly detection in post-breach security. Emily and Anna provide insights into Microsoft's work culture, the intersection of technology and security, the importance of mathematical and data science skills in tech roles, and the practical applications of AI tools in professional and personal contexts.\xa0\n\xa0\nIn this episode you\u2019ll learn:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\nHow data scientists support the internal SOC and enhance security\xa0\n\nThe importance of anomaly detection in post-breach security\xa0\n\nCombining security with mathematical skills to create practical solutions\xa0\n\n\xa0\xa0\nSome questions we ask:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\n\xa0What types of unusual patterns indicate malicious activity?\xa0\n\n\xa0Is there difficulty in securing AI models compared to traditional code?\xa0\n\n\xa0Should data science methods be used over complex models?\xa0\n\n\xa0\nResources:\xa0\xa0\nView Emily Yale on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\nView Anna Bertiger on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\nView Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\n\xa0\nRelated Microsoft Podcasts:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\n\nAfternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson\xa0\n\n\nThe BlueHat Podcast\xa0\n\n\nUncovering Hidden Risks\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\n\xa0\nDiscover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts\xa0\xa0\nGet the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider\n\xa0\nThe Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.