In anticipation of GSX, we sat down with presenters of upcoming sessions in order to get a better understanding of the topics at hand. This week we are featuring, “Drones Pose Risks: An Analysis of a Million Drone Flights Over Infrastructure and Corporations,” presented by Dean Correia, Emeritus Faculty at Security Executive Council and Robert Tabbara, CEO at AirSight. Read on for what they had to say and don’t forget to register for GSX 2024!
Q: Tell us about your presentation and why security professionals should have this topic on their radar.
RT:
- Increasing Drone Proliferation: Drones are becoming more accessible and widely used, not just for recreational purposes but also for industrial and commercial activities. This surge in drone usage increases the risk of unauthorized or malicious drone activities, making it essential for security professionals to be aware of the potential threats.
- Potential Threats and Vulnerabilities: Drones can be used for espionage, smuggling, or even as weapons. Understanding these risks helps security professionals to better protect their organizations from such threats. Drone detection systems provide a critical layer of defense by identifying and tracking rogue drones before they can cause harm.
- Protecting Sensitive Areas: Critical infrastructure, government facilities, and large events are particularly vulnerable to drone incursions. Implementing drone detection systems helps safeguard these high-value targets by providing real-time alerts and enabling quick responses to potential threats.
- Regulatory Compliance: Many regions have specific regulations regarding drone operations, especially near sensitive locations. Security professionals need to ensure that their organizations comply with these laws, and drone detection systems can help monitor and enforce compliance.
- Technological Advancements: Drone detection technology is rapidly evolving, with new systems offering enhanced capabilities such as longer detection ranges, improved accuracy, and integration with other security systems. Staying updated on these advancements enables security teams to deploy the most effective solutions.
- Case Studies and Best Practices: The presentation will include examples of successful drone detection implementations, highlighting how organizations have effectively used these systems to prevent incidents. These real-world insights provide practical guidance on how to integrate drone detection into existing security protocols.
Q: How do you see this issue evolving in the next 2-5 years?
DC: We continue to see increased adoption of drones by our clients for true 3-dimensional persistent situational risk understanding. Bad actors are using drones more prevalently for nefarious purposes. Therefore, a drone detection solution like AirSight will most likely be top of mind for future technology roadmaps in order provide this persistent 3-dimensional situational risk assessment and understanding.
Q: Why do you attend GSX?
RT: GSX is is where the entire global security industry unites. Access insights, community and critical security solutions. I attend for the education, exposure to Innovation and networking with peers.
DC: For the networking and exposure to new technology.