Tácito Augusto Silva Leite, CEO and Founder, t-Risk tells Security Journal Americas how innovative AI platforms can enhance organizational resilience and risk management.
My name is Tácito Augusto Silva Leite and I have over 30 years of experience in risk management, corporate security and information security.
I am the Founder and CEO of t-Risk, a SaaS platform that transforms organizational risk management through specialized solutions, AI and full alignment with international standards such as ISO 31000 and ISO 31050.
My academic background includes a Master’s in Risk Management from EALDE Business School and UCAM (Spain), an MBA and two postgraduate degrees in Corporate Security, Information Systems and Defense Resource Management.
I also hold international certifications such as C31000, DSE and ASE, and I am the author of the book Risk Management in Corporate Security (2016).
I have completed advanced training at institutions such as the Brazilian Superior School of War and Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Spain.
At t-Risk, beyond my executive role, I lead the development of several key modules – including Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Preliminary Risk Assessment (PRA), Background Check (MBC), Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) and Risk Management Maturity Assessment (MMA) – all integrated with a multilingual AI system serving companies across Latin America.
I also serve as a board member at ABSEG (Brazilian Association of Security Professionals), teach postgraduate courses and act as Vice Director of the Security Tech Vertical at ACATE, a leading innovation ecosystem in Brazil.
My mission is to promote a more mature, strategic and technology-driven approach to risk management.
Corporate security professionals are undergoing a profound transformation in risk management.
Today’s environment is defined by dynamic, interconnected and increasingly unpredictable threats, demanding a more strategic, multidisciplinary and data-driven approach.
One of the main challenges facing risk management is the integration of security into organizational decision-making.
It is still common to see departments such as physical security, cybersecurity, compliance and business continuity operating in silos, which hinders the development of a holistic risk perspective.
The lack of a shared language and unified indicators weakens communication with senior leadership, reducing the likelihood of securing critical investments.
Another pressing issue is the acceleration of technological change and the emergence of new threats.
Technologies such as AI, Internet of Things (IoT), drones and automation deliver efficiency but also increase the attack surface and introduce new regulatory, ethical and reputational risks.
Addressing this landscape requires continuous learning and closer collaboration with legal and governance teams.
Reputation management has also become a vital element.
In a hyper-transparent world, even well-managed incidents can have significant consequences if not communicated properly.
The ability to translate operational risks into strategic metrics understood by the C-suite is now a critical skill.
There is also a growing shortage of qualified professionals.
Talent with expertise in integrated risk management, data analysis, cybersecurity and the ethical use of technology is in high demand.
The sector faces high turnover and must invest urgently in workforce upskilling.
Lastly, regulatory fragmentation across the Americas poses a challenge for multinational operations.
In this context, security leaders must develop adaptable, interoperable and resilient models aligned with international standards such as ISO, COSO, the Three Lines model and guidelines from organizations like ASIS and ABSEG.
Despite the complexity, this is also a fertile moment for innovation.
Professionals who can align risk, technology and strategic communication will play a vital role in building more resilient and sustainable organizations.
AI has become one of the key drivers of innovation in corporate security.
While its adoption is still in the early stages for many organizations, AI is already proving its value by processing large volumes of data, identifying patterns and supporting fast, informed decision-making – provided it is used responsibly, under human supervision and in alignment with regulatory standards.
In physical security, AI contributes by analyzing video footage to detect unusual movements and behavior, and by automating license plate recognition to enhance access control.
In cybersecurity, it plays a critical role in early detection of intrusions and suspicious digital activity, significantly reducing response times to potential threats.
AI is also improving the efficiency of third-party due diligence, using public data sources to assess companies and suppliers.
This helps mitigate reputational and regulatory risks, especially in high-compliance and ESG-sensitive environments.
Furthermore, generative models and specialized chatbots are being used to support technical teams in planning, training and risk scenario simulations – fostering greater autonomy and continuous learning across security departments.
However, the use of AI requires clear ethical and operational criteria.
In sensitive contexts – such as facial recognition in public spaces or behavioral analysis in corporate environments – AI applications should undergo formal risk assessments.
In summary, AI delivers significant benefits to the security field, but its use must be ethical, transparent and supervised.
Human oversight remains essential to ensure that technology serves as an ally – not a liability – in protecting organizations.
t-Risk Vision Pro is the second generation of AI developed by our team, specifically trained to support strategic corporate risk management.
It represents a significant leap forward by combining expert-curated content, data security and analytical depth to deliver a personalized experience for our clients.
Unlike generic AI tools, Vision Pro operates in a secure, isolated environment, ensuring that all interactions remain protected within the t-Risk platform’s infrastructure.
This architecture guarantees strong governance, data privacy and compliance with international best practices in data protection.
What truly sets Vision Pro apart is its ability to perform analyses grounded in leading global standards such as ISO 31000, ISO 31050 and COSO.
Our AI goes beyond theory, offering practical support in areas such as business continuity, compliance, loss prevention, cybersecurity and physical security.
It acts as a strategic co-pilot, assisting in audits, mitigation planning, policy development and internal projects with speed and precision.
Vision Pro is available exclusively to t-Risk clients and integrates seamlessly with our platform’s core modules, including ERM/GRC, PRA, MBC and MMA.
The model is continuously evolving, guided by human oversight to ensure relevance and reliability in its responses.
More than just a tool, Vision Pro reflects decades of hands-on industry experience combined with responsible innovation.
It is already helping organizations from various sectors enhance their resilience and advance the maturity of their risk management frameworks.
To complement this AI ecosystem, we also offer Chat Explorer – a free, multilingual AI available to all professionals seeking to explore risk management concepts and best practices, even if they are not yet clients.
Easy to use and designed to support continuous learning, Chat Explorer reinforces our commitment to democratizing technical knowledge.
It is available on our website and contributes to the overall development of the sector by promoting a prevention-oriented, data-informed risk culture.
What makes me most proud about the launch of t-Risk Vision Pro is seeing the realization of a vision that has been built over many years: to develop an AI solution that is ethical, secure and genuinely useful for security and risk management professionals.
While many AI systems today operate as opaque “black boxes” fueled by external data, we chose a different path – creating a controlled environment, trained with high-quality technical content and overseen entirely by the t-Risk team.
This achievement goes far beyond technical innovation.
It was the result of a collective and multidisciplinary effort, involving experts in risk, security, compliance and information technology.
The outcome is a robust and reliable tool that has already been validated through practical use by our clients.
I’m also deeply proud that this innovation was developed entirely in Brazil, powered by local talent, yet fully aligned with global standards.
It proves that we can lead digital transformation in the security sector with both responsibility and regional relevance.
Finally, receiving positive feedback from professionals using Vision Pro – especially reports of increased confidence in their analyses, audits and decision-making – confirms that we are on the right path: building technology that serves people and strengthens organizational resilience.
The corporate security sector will continue to evolve rapidly, driven by technology, integration and cultural transformation.
AI, data analytics and automation are set to become core operational pillars – not as replacements for professionals, but as tools to enhance strategic performance.
We will see greater integration across physical security, cybersecurity, compliance, ESG and business continuity, moving toward unified risk management models aligned with governance structures.
Communication with executive leadership will need to be clear and focused on indicators and organizational goals.
Organizational resilience will gain increasing value and security will no longer be seen as a cost center, but as a strategic differentiator.
Global regulatory pressures will also require greater transparency and accountability in the use of emerging technologies.
Finally, the sector must invest in reskilling its workforce.
The security professional of the future will be a hybrid profile: technically proficient, analytically driven and strategically oriented.
Organizations that embrace this shift with vision and planning will be far better equipped to navigate emerging risks with agility and confidence.
We are living in a unique moment for risk management, with unprecedented visibility and access to resources.
However, this evolution also demands more from leaders and professionals – they must be analytical, proactive and committed to building a culture of prevention and resilience.
Collaboration will be essential.
We must strengthen networks of trust and share best practices, as risks today are global and interconnected.
This article was originally published in the June edition of Security Journal Americas. To read your FREE digital edition, click here.