DefectDojo unveils Sensei agentic AI, a breakthrough in safe cybersecurity intelligence
AUSTIN, Texas — DefectDojo, a leader in scalable security and DevSecOps innovation, has announced Sensei, a new agentic AI designed to redefine safe artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. Billed as the most intelligent operator in the field — human or machine — Sensei marks a major leap in autonomous, self-contained AI for vulnerability management.
Developed over three years, Sensei is built entirely within DefectDojo’s own architecture, eliminating reliance on third-party AI services such as OpenAI or Anthropic. This approach addresses one of the industry’s most pressing risks — exposure from external vendors. According to DefectDojo, Sensei’s self-contained system ensures complete data privacy while maintaining state-of-the-art performance.
“Sensei is the single most intelligent operator in security, agent or human, and it is only just entering alpha availability,” said Greg Anderson, CEO and founder of DefectDojo. “We’ve seen it accurately prioritize risks, recommend security improvements, select optimal tools, and even suggest preventive training. Sensei can transform any security professional into a cybersecurity master within minutes.”
Built for security without compromise
The introduction of Sensei comes at a time when AI adoption in cybersecurity is accelerating. A recent ISC2 study revealed that 30% of professionals already use AI tools, with another 42% in early testing phases. However, most of these rely on external AI providers — a potential liability if those providers suffer breaches.
By contrast, Sensei’s design keeps all data fully within DefectDojo’s environment, whether through SaaS or self-hosting, offering a rare combination of autonomy and safety.
Features and capabilities
Sensei integrates natural language processing (NLP) to act as a virtual cybersecurity consultant. It can instantly answer complex questions, analyze vulnerabilities, and generate tailored reports and key performance indicators (KPIs). Among its notable capabilities:
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Self-training evolution algorithms that allow continuous improvement without traditional reinforcement learning
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Intelligent tool recommendations for specific security challenges and overall program coverage
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Automated analysis of logged vulnerabilities for instant risk and prevention insights
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Custom KPI creation aligned with compliance standards like ISO-27001 and OWASP Top 10
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End-to-end data protection within the DefectDojo environment, removing third-party dependencies
Early users — including firms in the defense and pharmaceutical industries — report that Sensei has surpassed expectations for accuracy, adaptability, and data integrity.
Launch and availability
DefectDojo will debut Sensei at Booth G14 during the OWASP 2025 Global AppSec US Conference in Washington, D.C., from November 3–7. Co-founder Matt Tesauro will host two sessions on November 6, including an overview of DefectDojo’s OWASP project and an interactive demo of Sensei.
Sensei is currently in alpha testing and is scheduled for general availability by the end of 2025.
About DefectDojo
DefectDojo powers DevSecOps through a unified, open, and scalable security management platform. By connecting strategy with execution and automating manual processes, it helps organizations enhance productivity, streamline security operations, and strengthen decision-making with AI-driven insights.
For more information, visit defectdojo.com or follow DefectDojo on LinkedIn and GitHub.
