IoT Security Essentials (I|SE)

Course Prerequisites

To get the most out of this course, participants should have:

• A basic understanding of network security and cybersecurity concepts.
• Familiarity with IoT technologies, such as sensors, devices, and connected systems.
• Basic knowledge of IoT protocols and networking, including TCP/IP, MQTT, and CoAP.
• Prior experience in IT infrastructure or software development will be beneficial but is not mandatory.

This course is designed for professionals who are new to IoT security, so having a general IT background is helpful but not required.

Learning Objectives

The IoT Security Essentials (ISE) training course covers the critical aspects of securing the rapidly evolving world of IoT. This comprehensive program will teach you the fundamentals of protecting IoT networks, devices, and data, ensuring that your IoT ecosystem remains secure, compliant, and resilient against threats.

Key topics include:

• Introduction to IoT Security: Understand the principles of IoT security, the IoT ecosystem, and how connected devices impact organizations and society.
• IoT Security Architecture: Learn how to design secure IoT systems by addressing security gaps at the device, network, and cloud levels.
• Threats and Vulnerabilities in IoT: Explore common security threats in IoT, including device manipulation, data breaches, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.
• Securing IoT Devices: Gain insights into securing IoT endpoints, including authentication, encryption, and access control.
• IoT Network Security: Learn to protect the networks that connect IoT devices, including secure communication protocols and network segmentation.
• Data Protection in IoT: Understand data privacy and protection, including how to secure sensitive information in an IoT environment.
• IoT Risk Management and Compliance: Learn to manage the unique risks in IoT and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, and other data protection laws.
• Incident Response in IoT: Discover how to respond to security incidents involving IoT devices, including detection, remediation, and post-incident analysis.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be prepared to sit for the IoT Security Essentials (ISE) certification exam and will have the foundational skills to address IoT security challenges in any organization. This certification will validate your ability to protect IoT devices and networks, ensuring the safety of connected systems.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• IT and cybersecurity professionals who want to specialize in securing IoT systems and networks.
• IoT developers and engineers seeking to understand the security implications of IoT devices and applications.
• Network administrators looking to gain expertise in securing connected devices and networks.
• Technology managers and executives who want to ensure their IoT projects are secure from the ground up.
• Compliance officers and auditors who need to address security and regulatory requirements for IoT systems.
• Anyone interested in obtaining the ISE certification to enhance their career in IoT security.