During a panel discussion at the RSAC 2026 Conference, cybersecurity executives debated the role of humans in AI-powered security systems. The conversation centered around the necessity of having a 'human in the loop' when deploying AI technologies for security purposes. Some panelists expressed concerns that relying too heavily on AI could lead to oversight of critical threats, while others argued that AI can enhance human decision-making. This discussion is particularly relevant as organizations increasingly turn to AI for threat detection and response, raising questions about the balance between automation and human expertise. As AI continues to evolve in the security space, understanding its limitations and the need for human intervention remains a pressing issue for security leaders.