Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 7:45AM to 9:00AM

This Event will be delivered via Zoom Meeting

Note: Registrants will be sent the Zoom link in the registration confirmation email, and also one day prior to the meeting!

Agenda:
7:35 – 7:45am – Login to Zoom, Get Settled
7:45 – 7:55am – Announcements & Speaker Introductions
7:55 – 8:45am – Main Program
8:45 – 8:55am – Questions & Interaction
8:55 – 9:00am – Wrap-Up

The PM for this event is: Rebecca Miller - [email protected]

Registration closes: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Midnight

Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: A Threat Driven Approach for Project Managers
Presented by Diane Williams

As artificial intelligence, large language models (LLM’s), and agentic systems become embedded in projects, the cybersecurity risk landscape is evolving faster than traditional frameworks can keep pace. While PMBOK touches on security at a high level, project managers are increasingly expected to make critical decisions that directly impact data protection, regulatory compliance, and overall system resilience.

This session introduces a “threat-driven” approach to cybersecurity tailored for project managers. Drawing on real-world experience attendees will learn how modern attacks unfold, what happens when systems are breached, and how to integrate security into project lifecycles. The session also provides actionable guidance for protecting project data, whether working with enterprise systems, AI enabled platforms, or everyday devices.

PDU Info: You will need to record and self-report your PDU's for this activity. Following the guidelines of the new CCR program and the PMI Talent Triangle®, the PDU's for this course can be applied as follows: 1.0 PDU - Ways of Working

Presenter: Diane Williams
Diane Williams is a senior cybersecurity and technology leader at Lockheed Martin, bringing decades of experience in security engineering, risk management, and enterprise architecture across both commercial and government sectors. She currently serves as Chair of the Technical Review Board, where she leads the application of threat-driven methodologies to evaluate and strengthen the security posture of cloud, SaaS, and enterprise systems in alignment with frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012, and ISO/IEC 27002.

In this role, she provides technical leadership and governance oversight for complex system designs, ensuring rigorous identification, prioritization, and management of cybersecurity risks. She is recognized for her ability to bridge technical and business domains—partnering closely with legal, procurement, privacy, and IT organizations to embed security and data protection requirements into enterprise initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. She has successfully led security engagements for multiple M&A transactions, guiding due diligence efforts and integrating secure architecture practices into transition strategies.

In addition to her operational leadership, Diane is actively advancing her expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning through graduate studies at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where her focus is on the application of AI/ML to cybersecurity—particularly in areas such as threat modeling, predictive risk analytics, and automation of security engineering processes.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, is a Master of Science in Engineering Science candidate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (expected May 2026), and earned a Graduate Certificate in Project Management from Pennsylvania State University. Her professional certifications include CISSP, CIPP/IT, and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), along with NSA IAM/IEM credentials. She maintains active memberships in leading industry organizations, including the International Association of Privacy Professionals, Information Systems Security Association, and Women in Cybersecurity.

A committed advocate for the cybersecurity community, Diane contributes to professional development and outreach through organizations such as ISC², BEYA, SECME, and WiCyS, supporting the next generation of technology leaders.