I|SE: IoT Security Essentials

Course Overview

The IoT Security Essentials (I|SE) course is designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive understanding of security challenges, risks, and protection mechanisms associated with Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems. As IoT devices continue to transform industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, smart cities, and critical infrastructure, securing these interconnected environments has become a business and security imperative.

This course covers core IoT architecture, threat landscapes, attack vectors, and industry-standard security frameworks used to protect IoT devices, networks, and data. Participants will gain practical insight into device authentication, secure communication protocols, firmware security, cloud and edge security, and lifecycle risk management.

The program aligns with global best practices and focuses on real-world implementation, enabling learners to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and apply security controls across IoT environments. Upon completion, participants will be equipped to support, design, and manage secure IoT deployments within enterprise and industrial settings.

Course Outcomes:

After completing the IoT Security Essentials (I|SE) course, participants will be able to:

Understand IoT architecture, components, and communication models
Identify common IoT threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
Apply security controls across IoT devices, networks, and platforms
Implement secure authentication, authorization, and access control for IoT systems
Evaluate risks related to firmware, hardware, and supply chain security
Understand secure IoT data transmission and encryption mechanisms
Align IoT security practices with industry standards and frameworks
Support secure IoT deployments in enterprise and industrial environments

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Select the method that best suits your needs.

Online Instructor-Led Training

Learn from the comfort of your workplace or at home through live virtual sessions led by expert trainers.

Classroom Training

Participate in interactive, face-to-face training in our top 5-star training facilities in Dubai

Onsite Training

Learn a customized curriculum in your workplace to ensure the most impact and team participation.

Overseas Training

Participate in our international training sessions and improve your abilities with world-class instructors.

Target Audiance

School students, graduates, professionals, career starters and changers, IT / Technology / Cybersecurity teams with little or no work experience.
Individuals who want to start a career in cybersecurity and are interested in IoT Security.
Anyone interested in gaining in-depth knowledge on safeguarding their smart devices or those within their organization.

Schedule Dates

27 April 2026 - 28 April 2026

I|SE: IoT Security Essentials

27 July 2026 - 28 July 2026

I|SE: IoT Security Essentials

02 November 2026 - 03 November 2026

I|SE: IoT Security Essentials

08 February 2027 - 09 February 2027

I|SE: IoT Security Essentials

Course Content

This module will introduce you to the basics of IoT and the different sectors where IoT is established.

This module will provide insights into the basics of networking concepts, the OSI Model, and the TCP Model. It will also cover the IEEE IoT Standards List.

This module will help you understand the hardware devices, processors, and operating systems used in IoT.

This module will teach you about cloud computing, its characteristics, and the types of cloud services.

This module will brief you about web communications, mobile applications, and native applications.

This module will introduce you to some of the common IoT attacks, such as Mirai, BrikerBot, Sybii, and Blackhole attacks.

This module will discuss the CIA triangle, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), and IoT security measures.

This module will discuss the state of cloud security, cloud vulnerabilities, NSA guidance, and secure cloud computing.

This module will start with the topic of the National Vulnerability Database, covering US Cert, Shodan, STRIDE, DREAD, PASTA, and CVSS.

This module will provide information on incident response in IoT, including standards, processes, procedures, tools, and indicators of compromise.

This module will cover the 12 practices of the Microsoft Secure Development Lifecycle and Threat Modeling

FAQs

Yes. The course introduces structured approaches to IoT risk assessment and threat modeling, enabling participants to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate potential attack paths across IoT ecosystems.

Basic knowledge of networking, IT systems, or cybersecurity concepts is recommended, but no advanced technical expertise is required.

IoT security addresses unique challenges such as constrained devices, diverse protocols, physical exposure, and large-scale device management that are not typically present in traditional IT systems.

Yes. Participants receive a course completion certificate that validates their knowledge of IoT security fundamentals and best practices.

Yes. The course explores security considerations for cloud-based and edge-based IoT architectures, including data protection, access control, and platform security.

Yes. Learners will gain insight into firmware vulnerabilities, secure boot mechanisms, hardware-based attacks, and strategies to mitigate supply chain risks.

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