November 20th @5:30pm – Tim Salvador on The Emergence of AI Model Context Protocol (MCP), Its Security Use Cases and Security Risks

Register: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu &pizza). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE Zoom. Location: Microsoft Reston Rooms 2.2D&E: 11995 Freedom Dr, Reston, VA 20190. Free garage parking directly across from location. Metro Station Accessible. Registration closes on Wednesday 11/19/2025.

Abstract: This talk will address the importance of the emergence of AI Model Context Protocol (MCP) in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. We will explore why MCP is more than just another API, and why it represents a fundamental shift in how AI models interact and operate. The discussion will delve into specific cybersecurity use cases, demonstrating how MCP can be leveraged. Real-world examples and potential applications will be presented to illustrate the practical benefits of MCP.
However, the rapid advancement of AI and the implementation of protocols like MCP also introduce new cybersecurity risks. We will identify and discuss the potential vulnerabilities and challenges associated with MCP while proposing strategies to mitigate these risks. The talk will emphasize the importance of proactive risk management and the development of robust security practices.
In summary, this presentation seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the critical emergence of the AI Model Context Protocol, its implications for cybersecurity, and the essential steps needed to effectively manage the associated risks.

About the Speaker: Tim has over 30 years of Information Technology and Security consulting experience primarily in the financial and federal government industries. Currently, he architects cybersecurity solutions for ImagineX. Prior to that, Tim was a Managing Director for SecureIT, where he planned, built and ran a continuous security program that included vulnerability management, web application scanning, and secure baseline configuration compliance. Prior to that, Tim sold cloud-based security services for pre-IPO, silicon valley companies. Tim also governed the assessment and authorization process for major cloud service providers to obtain their cross-agency Authority to Operate certifications — FedRAMP.
Tim graduated from George Mason University in 1997 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Decision Sciences and Management Information Systems.