Dr. Hans C. Mumm
Title
The Changing Cybersecurity Requirements in the New Autonomous World: When Can We Expect Level 5 Autonomy?
Abstract:
This keynote will examine the evolving cybersecurity requirements in the emerging world of autonomous systems and cybersecurity integration, as well as the impact of AI/autonomous applications on warfare, healthcare, transportation, security, and education. There are currently eight recognized layers of unmanned autonomous systems that will soon communicate and integrate to form a new architecture. These autonomous architectures and required cybersecurity protocols are outpacing the ability to draft and approve policies, laws, and governance necessary for autonomous technologies. The discussion will also include early predictions on the positive and negative impacts on our global society. Cybersecurity is the critical element for success in the next industrial revolution.
Biography:
Dr. Mumm has spent thirty-one years in government and contractor service, building teams to address complex problems in national security, homeland security, and advanced technologies. He was the Division Chief for Cybersecurity at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), programming and executing a budget of over $ 140 million. He developed a unique set of continuous monitoring capabilities and the rogue wireless detection capability that supported the ICD-503 Risk Management Framework.
Dr. Mumm is a proven leader in diverse fields, including autonomous systems, post-quantum cybersecurity, AI and machine learning, advanced fuel systems, cognitive scientific research, and all aspects of the military intelligence community. He has thirteen published books, dozens of white papers, and numerous research studies to his credit in both the scientific and social science arenas.
He has notable experience in research and systems engineering, including winning awards and contracts for UAV (autonomous systems) research and creating an advanced, multiple-fuel system (AI-based), where he operated the world’s first and only helicopter that flies on five separate fuels without engine modifications. His research extends into emerging and disruptive technologies for both offensive and defensive missions, supporting US and coalition operations. His UAV and robotics expertise has focused on determining the specific uses, exceptions, and allowances for robotics operations, including studying the unintended consequences, future use, and misuse of such technologies.
