Assignment Overview:
In this assignment, you will explore the role of artificial
intelligence (AI) in detecting insider threats within organizations.
Insider threats pose significant risks to organizational security, as
they involve trusted individuals with access to sensitive information or
systems who may misuse their privileges for malicious purposes. AI
technologies offer advanced capabilities for identifying suspicious
behavior, anomalies, and patterns indicative of insider threats.
Assignment Tasks:
1. Research: Conduct research to understand the concept of insider
threats, the potential impact on organizations, and common methods used
by insiders to exploit vulnerabilities.
2. AI Technologies: Explore
various AI technologies and techniques used for insider threat
detection, such as machine learning, anomaly detection, behavior
analytics, and natural language processing.
3. Case Studies: Analyze
real-world case studies or examples where AI-based solutions have been
successfully employed to detect insider threats. Examine the
effectiveness, challenges, and ethical considerations associated with
these implementations.
4. Ethical Considerations: Discuss the ethical
implications of using AI for insider threat detection, including
concerns related to employee privacy, data protection, bias, and
fairness.
5. Recommendations: Based on your research and analysis,
provide recommendations for organizations looking to implement AI-driven
insider threat detection solutions. Consider factors such as
implementation best practices, employee awareness and training, and the
importance of transparency and accountability.
6. Reflection: Reflect
on your findings and insights gained from researching the topic.
Consider the broader implications of insider threat detection in the
context of cybersecurity and organizational risk management.
Assignment Deliverables:
– Written Report: Prepare a 1 page
written report summarizing your research findings, analysis, and
recommendations. Include references to sources consulted.
Assignment Submission:
Submit your written report to the instructor by the specified deadline.
Assignment Grading Criteria:
– Depth of Research: Thoroughness and depth of research conducted on the topic of insider threat detection using AI.
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Analysis and Critical Thinking: Quality of analysis, critical thinking,
and insights provided in the written report and presentation.
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Clarity and Presentation: Clarity of communication, organization of
ideas, and effectiveness of visual aids in the presentation.
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Recommendations: Appropriateness and feasibility of recommendations
provided for organizations considering AI-driven insider threat
detection solutions.
– Overall Engagement: Overall engagement and
participation in the assignment, including active participation in class
discussions and reflection on the topic.
