Webinar Description
Key Takeaways
- Focus on operationalizing AI in defense and intelligence settings
- Discussion of trusted data, resilient infrastructure, and secure AI pipelines
- Insights into delivering AI in contested, high-risk environments
- Exploration of edge AI, human oversight, and mission readiness
- Industry perspective from Ned Miller, Everfox
Artificial Intelligence is no longer confined to research labs or pilot projects. Its integration into defense and intelligence operations is accelerating, but the journey from concept to mission-ready capability is complex and fraught with unique challenges. The upcoming event, “Securing Artificial Intelligence in Contested Environments,” brings together industry expertise to examine what it truly takes to operationalize AI where it matters most.
AI at the Edge of Mission Operations
Deploying AI in defense and national security environments demands more than technical proficiency. The conversation is shifting from whether AI can function to whether it can be trusted and secured under real-world conditions. In contested environments—where connectivity is unreliable, latency is a constant concern, and security threats are ever-present—AI systems must be robust, adaptable, and resilient.
Building Trust and Resilience in AI Systems
Mission success increasingly hinges on the integrity of data, the strength of infrastructure, and the security of AI pipelines. Organizations are grappling with how to ensure that AI-driven insights remain reliable and actionable, even when operating at the tactical edge. The event will address the operational realities of scaling AI, emphasizing the importance of data assurance and the need for continuous human oversight.
Industry Insights and Practical Perspectives
Ned Miller, Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth Initiatives at Everfox, will share firsthand perspectives on the evolving landscape of AI deployment in defense. The discussion will cover the transition from experimentation to real-world application, highlighting both the opportunities and the operational hurdles that organizations face as they seek to deliver AI capabilities at mission speed.
Why This Topic Matters Now
As global security environments grow more complex, the ability to trust and secure AI systems is becoming a critical differentiator. The event aims to provide attendees with a nuanced understanding of the technical, operational, and strategic factors shaping the future of AI in defense and intelligence.

