Security for the Internet of Things (IoT)

Security Operations and Risk Protection October 25, 2025
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Introduction

The proliferation of Internet of Things devices introduces unique security challenges that traditional IT security approaches often fail to address adequately. This comprehensive course explores the specific security risks associated with IoT ecosystems, including connected devices, sensors, networks, and platforms. Participants will learn security frameworks, assessment methodologies, and protection strategies tailored to IoT environments across industrial, commercial, and consumer contexts. The curriculum addresses both technical security controls and organizational policies needed to secure IoT implementations while maintaining functionality and business value.

Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Identify IoT-specific security risks and threats
  • Conduct IoT security assessments and audits
  • Implement IoT security frameworks and standards
  • Secure IoT device communications and data
  • Develop IoT security policies and procedures
  • Manage IoT device lifecycle security
  • Implement network security for IoT environments
  • Address privacy concerns in IoT deployments
  • Coordinate IoT security across organizational teams
  • Monitor and respond to IoT security incidents

Target Audience

  • IoT Security Specialists
  • Network Security Engineers
  • IT Security Managers
  • Product Security Engineers
  • Industrial Control System Security Staff
  • Embedded System Developers
  • Infrastructure Security Teams
  • Risk Management Professionals

Methodology

  • Hands-on IoT device security assessment
  • Case studies of IoT security incidents
  • Security architecture design exercises
  • Threat modeling workshops
  • Protocol analysis sessions
  • Policy development exercises
  • Incident response simulations

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced understanding of IoT security risks
  • Improved technical assessment skills
  • Stronger architecture and design capabilities
  • Increased confidence in IoT security implementation
  • Better risk communication abilities
  • Enhanced problem-solving for unique IoT challenges

Organizational Impact

  • Reduced IoT-related security incidents
  • Improved compliance with regulations
  • Enhanced customer trust in IoT products
  • Lower costs from security breaches
  • Stronger competitive position
  • Better risk management for IoT investments

Course Outline

IoT Security Fundamentals

IoT Ecosystem
  • IoT architecture and components
  • Device types and capabilities
  • Communication protocols and networks
  • Platform and cloud services
  • Data flow and processing
Security Challenges
  • Unique IoT attack surfaces
  • Resource constraints impact
  • Scale and management issues
  • Legacy device integration
  • Regulatory and privacy considerations

IoT Threat Landscape

Threat Actors
  • Motivations and capabilities
  • Attack techniques and tools
  • Botnets and DDoS attacks
  • Data theft and privacy breaches
  • Physical safety implications
Vulnerability Assessment
  • Device vulnerability identification
  • Network security assessment
  • Platform security evaluation
  • Data protection analysis
  • Privacy impact assessment

Device Security

Hardware Security
  • Secure boot implementation
  • Hardware-based trust anchors
  • Tamper resistance and detection
  • Secure element usage
  • Physical security measures
Firmware and Software Security
  • Secure firmware development
  • Update and patch management
  • Secure coding practices
  • Minimal attack surface
  • Secure configuration

Communication and Network Security

Protocol Security
  • Wireless security considerations
  • Encryption and authentication
  • Message integrity protection
  • Protocol-specific vulnerabilities
  • Network segmentation strategies
Infrastructure Security
  • Gateway security measures
  • Network access controls
  • Traffic monitoring and analysis
  • Anomaly detection
  • Network management security

Platform and Data Security

Cloud Security
  • Platform authentication and authorization
  • API security measures
  • Data encryption and protection
  • Storage security
  • Backup and recovery
Privacy Protection
  • Data minimization principles
  • Consent management
  • Anonymization techniques
  • Privacy by design
  • Regulatory compliance

Operational Security

Lifecycle Management
  • Secure provisioning and onboarding
  • Operational monitoring
  • Maintenance and updates
  • Decommissioning security
  • Asset management
Incident Response
  • IoT-specific incident detection
  • Containment strategies
  • Forensic considerations
  • Recovery procedures
  • Lessons learned processes

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