Upcoming

Cybersecurity in the Era of Intelligent Systems

22 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026

New York City, USA

Dates 22 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Location New York City, USA
Partner Institution St. John's University, USA

This executive program explores how AI is transforming both cyber threats and cyber defense capabilities. Participants will gain practical insights into AI-driven security operations, threat detection, and automated incident response strategies.

Delivered in partnership with St. John’s University at their Manhattan Campus in New York City, the program combines expert-led classroom sessions, executive discussions, and high-level institutional visits. Visits include the St. John’s University Cybersecurity Laboratory, IBM Security (X-Force Cyber Range), and CrowdStrike.

Target Audience: Banks & Financial Institutions, Insurance Companies, Government Agencies, Critical Infrastructure Operators, Technology & Telecommunications Companies.

A Certificate of Completion will be awarded by St. John’s University.

Program Itinerary

Course Schedule

Day 1: The AI-Driven Cyber Threat Landscape

Morning Session

  • AI-powered attacks, deepfakes, autonomous malware
  • Social engineering in the age of generative AI
  • Cybersecurity risk management and leadership oversight

Afternoon — Institutional Visit: St. John’s University Cybersecurity Laboratory

  • Live demonstrations of cyber defense technologies, AI-driven threat intelligence platforms, and digital risk management tools

Day 2: AI-Powered Cyber Defense & Security Operations

Morning Session

  • AI and machine learning in threat detection, behavioural analytics
  • Automating security operations: AI-driven SOCs, orchestration
  • Securing AI systems themselves: adversarial ML, model integrity

Afternoon — Industry Visit: IBM Security

  • Experience the IBM X-Force Cyber Range — an immersive simulation environment for real-world cyberattack scenarios

Day 3: Cyber Resilience, Governance & Strategic Leadership

Morning Session

  • Cybersecurity governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, board-level oversight
  • Building organizational cyber resilience: incident response planning
  • The human factor: cybersecurity culture, workforce development

Afternoon — Industry Visit: CrowdStrike

  • Explore how AI-native security platforms are transforming enterprise cyber defense

Executive Strategy Workshop

  • Develop a Cybersecurity Leadership Roadmap

Executive Networking & Cultural Engagement

  • Guided NYC sightseeing tour
  • Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Register for This Program

Complete the form below to register your interest in this program. Our team will be in touch with further details.

Ready to Expand Your Business Across Africa?

Join thousands of executives and organisations leveraging our programs to build meaningful connections across the continent.