"Security leaders are facing a new reality, one where threats evolve faster, employees are targeted more precisely, and AI can help, but only when used with caution and clarity. In this episode of Lenovo’s Work Reborn series, John Brooks, Director of IT Governance and Security at a major insurance company, shares an honest look at AI’s current limitations, its emerging potential, and the role education plays in building safer, more resilient organizations.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
🔹 A Realistic View of AI Readiness – Why convenience features work today, but ROI will depend on true agent-driven automation.
🔹 Human Risk in the Security Equation – How phishing and social engineering are becoming harder to detect—and why training matters more than ever.
🔹 Education That Actually Works – How John’s “Scam of the Week” email series improves awareness through humor, storytelling, and real-life scenarios.
🔹 The Future of AI in Security – Smarter vulnerability triage, automated workflows, and tools that can finally reduce the burden on analysts.
By connecting Lenovo’s Work Reborn research with frontline cybersecurity experience, this conversation highlights what responsible adoption looks like, and how leaders can prepare for intelligent, trustworthy automation in the years ahead.
🎧 Watch the full conversation to learn how better training, better tools, and better expectations can shape a safer future of work.
