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# Why AI Usage Intelligence is the Missing Layer in Enterprise AI Security with Harmonic Security CEO Alastair Paterson
- URL: https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/why-ai-usage-intelligence-is-the-missing-layer-in-enterprise-ai-security-with-harmonic-security-ceo-alastair-paterson/
- Published: 2026-06-24T12:14:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-28T20:11:13.000Z
- Description: In this episode of CYBR.SEC.CAST, hosts Michael and Sam sit down with Alastair Patterson, CEO of Harmonic Security, to discuss the rapid evolution of AI in the enterprise.
- Author: CYBR.SEC.Media
- Tags: Agentic AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, brand-partner, cybersecurity, CYBR.SEC.CAST, Founders' Corner, podcast

In this episode of CYBR.SEC.CAST, hosts Michael and Sam sit down with Alastair Patterson, CEO of Harmonic Security, to discuss the rapid evolution of AI in the enterprise. They explore the shift from chatbots to autonomous agents, the challenges CISOs face in governing AI adoption, and how security teams can enable innovation without becoming blockers. Alastair also shares his founder journey, lessons from Digital Shadows, and how Harmonic is helping organizations gain visibility and control over AI usage.

*This episode is sponsored by Harmonic Security*

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- Host: [Sam Van Ryder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/svanryder/?ref=cybrsecmedia.com)
- Guest: [Alastair Paterson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastair-paterson-2586445/?ref=cybrsecmedia.com)
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