The AI Security Threat Leaders Aren't Ready For | Dennis Kozak, CEO of Ivanti

AI isn't just transforming business—it's transforming cyberattacks.

In this episode of Lead the Team, Ben Fanning sits down with Dennis Kozak, CEO of Ivanti, to discuss why artificial intelligence is changing cybersecurity faster than most organizations can adapt. After leading companies through cloud computing, mobile, remote work, cybersecurity, and now AI, Dennis explains the leadership principles that remain constant even as technology rapidly evolves.

He shares the story of a company that unknowingly allowed attackers to remain inside its systems for more than a year—even though the security patch already existed. The lesson isn't just about technology. It's about leadership, prioritization, and preparing organizations for a future where AI accelerates both innovation and risk.

You'll also learn:

• Why AI is changing cybersecurity forever

• How executives should think about AI adoption and risk

• The leadership mistake that leaves organizations vulnerable

• Why companies fail to deploy critical security patches

• How to balance long-term strategy with constant operational fires

• What separates future executives from everyone else

• Why curiosity and adaptability matter more than expertise in the AI era

If you're a CEO, executive, technology leader, or anyone responsible for navigating AI transformation, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons for one of the fastest-changing business environments in history.