This workshop gives an introduction to AI technology and then moves to practical examples of how AI technology can be used as a daily workflow and task optimization tool for Cyber Security Professionals.

Syllabus

Brief History of AI and LLM Technology
Machine Learning, AI, and Data Science Concepts
Applying AI to Information Security Challenges
Introduction to Prompt Engineering
- What is a prompt
- Best Practices Prompt structure
- Examples: good and bad prompts
Integrating AI into your daily workflow
- General workflow ideas
- Coder/programming assistance
- Fabric: the gift of good prompt engineering
- Putting together applications to leverage AI
  - Case Study 1: Predictive Reconnaissance and Intelligence Security Monitoring
    - An AI driven threat intelligence creation tool
  - Case Study 2: Leveraging Model Context Protocol for Workflow Improvement
    - MCP Servers to provide focused workflow tools, resources, and prompts

Virtual (July 10th, 2025)

July 10th – 11 AM EST – 4 PM EST

Instructors:

Joff Thyer

Derek Banks

Student/Lab Requirements:

Windows 11 or MacOS
Internet Access
OpenAI and/or Anthropic/Claude API key would be “nice to have”.
No virtual machine required. Lab’s will be demonstrated while the student follows along at their pace.

Who Should Attend/Prerequisites:

Industry professionals looking to enhance their career using AI technology. A basic familiarity with Python scripting would be helpful.

Audience Skill Level:

Intermediate

Live Training

Pay What You Can
Collaborative interaction with Instructor and fellow students through the Antisyphon Discord class channel
Access to course slides for future reference
Tips, tools, and techniques that can be applied immediately upon returning to work
Strengthen your skills by solving challenges within the Antisyphon Cyber Range
Become part of a community driven to educate and share knowledge