CISO Diaries: Jigar Shah on Why Trust May Be the Most Valuable Asset in the AI Era
Security Boulevard, Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Veteran security leader Jigar Shah argues trust is the most valuable asset for organizations in the AI era.
Part of Security Boulevard's CISO Diaries series, this profile features Jigar Shah, who has led global cybersecurity, technology, and digital transformation initiatives for more than two decades.
Shah views security primarily through the lens of trust: trust between organizations and customers, between employees and systems, and that innovation can advance without creating unnecessary risk. He explains how this philosophy has shaped his leadership approach, helping organizations transform cybersecurity from a control function into a business enabler.
The article emphasizes that, especially in the AI era, trust supports growth, resilience, and continued innovation.