September 03, 2025 2 Minute Read

• Trustwave Security Colony’s 8 Commandments for Artificial Intelligence adoption help organizations reduce risks while improving business outcomes.
• Align your cybersecurity strategy with responsible AI policies to ensure safe, ethical, and compliant use of technology.
• Strengthen resilience by integrating artificial intelligence adoption guidelines with proven cybersecurity best practices.

The advent and continuing widespread adoption of artificial intelligence for basic research, document creation, code writing, or any other purpose increases an organization’s threat level if done incorrectly. However, when an organization implements AI as a tool in a thoughtful and well-considered manner, it can be a great benefit. 

To help organizations implement and safely adopt AI, Security Colony, a service of Trustwave, A LevelBlue Company, has created an Artificial Intelligence Policy adoption guide that organizations can use to ensure the known benefits of AI can be realized in a safe and risk-managed manner.

The policy contains a great many helpful points, but the core is centered on eight principles that, if followed, can help an organization on the right path during its AI journey. The principles are intended to be at the forefront of any decisions made concerning AI technologies, their development, use, and adoption.

Security Colony’s full policy plan can be downloaded for under the services free subscription plan.

Security Colony’s Pointers

1. AI for the sake of AI shall be avoided. All AI technology use cases shall be formally defined, demonstrate clear objectives, and have an intended business value or benefit.
2. NIST’s Characteristics of a Trustworthy AI System shall be followed when employing AI technologies. They are:
   1. Safe – Outputs generated by AI must not bring harm to human life, health, property, or the environment.
   2. Secure & Resilient – AI systems can withstand adverse events that may otherwise result in outputs that conflict with the other characteristics.
   3. Explainable & Interpretable – The modelling and decision-making processes of the AI system and outputs generated are understood.
   4. Privacy Enhanced – The AI system implements mechanisms that respect the identity of individuals.
   5. Fair & Unbiased – The AI system implements mechanisms to safeguard equality and equity.
   6. Accountable & Transparent – All interactions with the AI system are traceable to individuals, with both the individuals and AI system held accountable for the interactions made (e.g., commands, outputs, etc.)
   7. Valid & Reliable – Outputs must be accurate, consistent, and true.
3. AI technology development and use shall adhere to legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and be included in agreements with any third parties supplying, using, or otherwise involved with <Company> AI technologies, data, and use cases.
4. All data used in AI use cases shall be employed responsibly and governed in a secure manner, in accordance with <Company>’s information security and data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
5. AI technology capabilities shall be thoroughly investigated and verified prior to deployment, to ensure they can provide the intended benefit.
6. Regular re-evaluation of AI technology implementations shall be conducted to ensure continued use case suitability, realization of benefits, and management of associated risks.
7. AI technology implementations shall be decommissioned, and associated data removed, when use cases are no longer required, suitable, or delivering the intended benefit or outcome.
8. Negative social impacts associated with the use of AI technologies shall be minimized where feasible.

What is Trustwave Security Colony?

Security Colony, which has free and subscription services, is bundled with Trustwave Managed Detection and Response offerings and contains:

• A Comprehensive Resource Library: Access to a vast collection of documents and tools covering various cybersecurity topics, including incident response playbooks, compliance guidelines, security maturity assessments, and more.
• Real-World Insights: Benefit from practical knowledge and experience gained from real-world consulting engagements, ensuring the resources are relevant and effective.
• Enhanced Decision-Making: Make informed decisions based on expert insights and best practices, helping organizations stay ahead of emerging threats.
• Improved Security Posture: Strengthen your organization's security posture by implementing recommended practices and leveraging the provided tools.

Trustwave’s Eight Commandments for AI Adoption provide a solid framework for organizations to harness AI's benefits responsibly. By prioritizing safety, accountability, and ethical considerations, businesses can maximize their investment in AI technologies while minimizing risks and negative social impacts, fostering a secure and effective AI environment.

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