VM Blog: Five Security Shifts that Will Define 2026

VM Blog interviewed NetSPI’s CISO Joe Evangelisto, for an article: Five Security Shifts That Will Define 2026 exploring 2026 cybersecurity predictions. Read the preview below or view it online. 

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Joe Evangelisto outlines several critical shifts demanding executive attention. As organizations move from open AI experimentation to governed application, leaders must implement safeguards to manage data exposure and ensure system integrity. This pivot requires treating AI with the same discipline as other critical technologies, focusing on validation, security, and operational governance rather than just policy. Concurrently, Zero Trust is maturing from a strategic concept into an indispensable operational model. The focus is shifting toward continuous verification of all identities, both human and machine, to close gaps between policy and practice. 

Joe also notes that external pressures are reshaping security priorities. Cyber insurers are imposing stricter requirements, demanding proof of effective controls and influencing security decisions earlier in the budget cycle. Supply chain risk remains a boardroom-level concern, necessitating deeper visibility into vendor access and dependencies. Finally, the nature of insider risk is evolving with remote work and AI-driven deception, compelling organizations to enhance onboarding processes and behavioral monitoring in collaboration with HR. Resilience in this new landscape depends on integrating technology with clear governance and real-world validation. 

You can read the full article here.