We spent most of #AIApril showing how AI can help insurance agencies automate the grunt work, streamline workflows, and save time.
But there’s another side to AI that’s just as important — and honestly, it might matter even more:
Cybersecurity.
As an agency, you’re not just selling cyber policies — you’re a target yourself. And with phishing scams, account breaches, and ransomware attacks on the rise, the stakes are high.
That’s why we’re seeing more and more agencies (including the ones we support) start to use AI-powered tools not just to work faster — but to stay safer.
Here’s how AI is quietly becoming one of the best cybersecurity tools in your stack.
1. Smarter Email Protection
Over 90% of breaches start with email.
AI-powered tools like Ironscales, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Proofpoint Essentials scan incoming emails in real time to detect:
Suspicious senders
Impersonation attempts
Malicious attachments or links
They don’t just rely on blacklists — they learn from patterns, context, and behavior across your organization. That means faster detection and fewer mistakes slipping through.
2. Real-Time Threat Monitoring
AI-backed endpoint tools like SentinelOne and Huntress run behind the scenes and flag:
Unusual logins or file behavior
Hidden malware
Devices acting outside their norm
They offer real-time monitoring and response — no more waiting for someone to notice something’s off.
3. Automated Patch Management
Keeping systems updated is one of the easiest ways to stay secure — but also one of the most overlooked.
AI-powered patch management platforms like Automox or NinjaOne can:
Identify outdated software
Push updates automatically
Reduce manual effort from your IT team
That means fewer vulnerabilities — without anyone having to remember “Patch Tuesday.”
4. Phishing Simulation & Team Training
You can have the best tools in place, but your team is still the first line of defense.
AI tools like KnowBe4 or Cofense now run adaptive phishing simulations that:
Mimic real-world threats
Track who clicks what
Deliver instant feedback and training
Some platforms even adjust based on who’s most at risk — helping turn your weakest links into your strongest defense.
5. Automated Incident Response
In a worst-case scenario, every second counts.
Many cybersecurity platforms now use AI to help automate incident response, including:
Locking down affected user accounts
Isolating compromised devices
Notifying your IT or MSP team instantly
It won’t replace a full response plan — but it’ll help you act faster while your team gears up.
Your Next Step: Know Where You Stand
At Archway, our top priority is keeping our clients secure — not just compliant, but actually protected.
If you’re not sure where your vulnerabilities are, or whether you’re using AI to its full advantage, let’s talk.
Book a free cyber audit with Archway here
We’ll review your systems, flag gaps, and show you how we’re helping other insurance agencies stay a step ahead of today’s threats.
Final Thought
AI isn’t just about automating tasks or making things faster — it’s about working smarter.
If you’re already using it to reduce busywork, great.
If you’re not using it to protect your agency yet — let’s change that.
We’re here to help you do both.
Want Help Putting This Into Practice?
If you’re not sure where to begin or want someone to walk you through how this could work with your tools, we’ve got you.
We’re offering a limited number of free 1:1 AI consults this month.
We’ll take a look at your current tech, suggest a few quick wins, and show you how agencies like yours are already saving time.
Start with One Prompt
You don’t have to change how your agency works overnight.
Start with one small task — rewriting an email, following up on a quote, or drafting a renewal reminder.
Then build from there.
We’re here to help you learn what works, what’s worth your time, and how to actually make AI useful in your day-to-day.
Try a prompt. Watch the demo. Download the guide.
Let us know how it goes.