Can HR boost AI security? And updates from Lattice, Employ, more
A significant gap has emerged between the speed at which organizations are adopting artificial intelligence and their ability to implement adequate security measures to guard against AI-related risk, according to new research highlighting critical vulnerabilities in enterprise AI deployment.
The AI Risk & Readiness in the Enterprise 2025 Report, based on a study of 230 security professionals conducted by AI risk management firm BigID, reveals that more than 90% of organizations surveyed lack full confidence in their ability to secure AI-driven data.
This security deficit could pose particular risks for human resources departments, where AI tools increasingly handle sensitive employee data and influence critical decisions around hiring and performance evaluation.
A separate report from Cisco found that nearly two-thirds of companies have integrated AI into their operations, yet only 13% feel fully prepared to manage the associated security risks. This disparity underscores the urgent need for HR departments to collaborate closely with IT and security teams in developing comprehensive AI governance frameworks.
The BigID research identifies two primary security threats: AI-powered data leaks and the proliferation of “Shadow AI”—unauthorized or unmonitored AI tools operating outside formal organizational oversight. Nearly 70% of organizations surveyed cite data leaks as their primary concern, while approximately half express worry about Shadow AI implementations.
Building security through culture
There are moves HR leaders can make to help the enterprise reduce its risk. Research from Gartner suggests that structured workplace security initiatives can reduce employee-driven cybersecurity incidents by 40% by 2026. This projection reflects growing recognition that human behavior plays a central role in cyber risk management.
Organizations are increasingly embedding security awareness into their workplace culture as a strategy for building long-term operational resilience.
The approach represents a shift from reactive security measures to proactive cultural change, positioning employees as active participants in organizational cybersecurity rather than potential vulnerabilities.
Implementation gap persists
Despite growing awareness of AI security risks, a significant disconnect remains between organizational priorities and actual implementation. While 36.1% of business leaders identify compliance and governance as top priorities, only 14.2% report actively implementing AI security controls, according to the BigID findings.
This implementation gap occurs against a backdrop of increasing strain on security teams. Gartner research highlights growing burnout among cybersecurity professionals in an industry already facing chronic skills shortages.
“Cybersecurity burnout and its organizational impact must be addressed to maintain program effectiveness,” says Alex Michaels, senior principal analyst at Gartner.
“Leading security risk management leaders are going beyond managing their own stress—they’re investing in team-wide wellbeing initiatives that build lasting resilience.”
HR tech in the news
Skillsoft‘s corporate learning platform has integrated its AI coach CAISY into Salesforce to enhance customer service training. Teams can simulate challenging conversations, receive real-time performance scores and get instant coaching within their workflow.
Insight7, an AI analytics platform, launched a solution for mid-market HR teams to analyze employee calls for performance evaluation and coaching. Built for everyday HR users without technical backgrounds, it can manage hundreds of calls monthly.
Oyster employment platform released data revealing declining full-time hires but a 46% lift in contractor engagements and 10x growth in consulting roles. The company says this shift shows knowledge workers prioritize meaningful projects over company loyalty.
Beeline, a vendor management system provider, has expanded its mid-market solution for organizations spending $5 million to $50 million annually on non-employee labor. Beeline Professional provides scalable vendor management capabilities traditionally available only to large enterprises.
Applicant tracking system Greenhouse announced a partnership with CLEAR to combat AI-driven hiring fraud, including deepfakes and identity spoofing. The integration brings TSA PreCheck-level ID verification into hiring workflows, requiring only candidate selfies.
Cornerstone has earned Impact Level 4 authorization from DISA and the Department of Defense, meeting strict security requirements for federal agencies. This enables government agencies to modernize compliance training and performance management in secure environments.
Employ, a recruitment technology provider, launched its AI Companion strategy, starting with AI Interview Companion as a purpose-built AI tool in its intelligent hiring suite. This accelerates innovation while keeping pace with rapid AI evolution in recruitment.
Personality Pool, a candidate assessment platform, launched its “Forever Free” tier with video assessments powered by Google Gemini sentiment analysis. The platform helps companies reveal authentic candidate personalities.
Goldbridge.ai job matching service has announced its launch. For HR leaders struggling with quality candidate sourcing, this provides precision-matched candidates who receive curated opportunities.
Sorbet, a PTO monetization platform, launched payroll integration for seamless paycheck-deducted repayments, plus secured a $25 million debt facility from Pier Asset Management. The AI-powered platform helps employees unlock unused PTO value.
ZayZoon has expanded beyond earned wage access with a redesigned Perks Marketplace offering gift cards, insurance coverage, tax filing support, mental health tools and credit-building opportunities.
Context, a productivity software startup, raised $11 million seed round at $70 million valuation, building the first true AI-native office suite. The platform combines generative AI, long-context reasoning and local-first security for enterprise and government compliance.
People management platform Lattice unveiled AI initiatives, including AI Agent for reducing HR busywork, AI Agent Platform for custom agent creation and Employee Health feature to detect burnout/turnover risk through sentiment analysis.
Rewardian, an employee recognition platform, launched AI Recognition Assistant for personalized manager recognition, travel reward integration and a high-standard safety certification. The platform moves beyond traditional gift cards toward experiential rewards.
Global payroll and HR platform Multiplier launched a Contractor of Record solution, enabling businesses to onboard contractors, manage payments in more than 120 currencies and maintain compliance across 150 countries.
Vensure Employer Solutions, an HR outsourcing company, has become the Official HR Technology & Solutions Provider of the United Soccer League (USL). This partnership demonstrates the growing integration of HR tech into the sports and entertainment industries.
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