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Assessing and Managing Secure IoT Applications and Devices Specialization

Secure IoT Devices, Architecture, and Landscape

Instructor: Dr. Fortem Mbah

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3 course series

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4.9

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Intermediate level

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4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(6 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

This Specialization is designed for professionals and students seeking a comprehensive understanding of IoT Security. It includes three courses: Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture, Managing IoT Security in Networks, and Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture.

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Within the three specialization courses, learners will use ungraded lesson quizzes to test what they've learned. At the end of each module, learners will take a graded exam to assess their learning. There are also interactive activities to support the content, as well as readings and discussion prompts.

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Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture

Course 110 hours

What you'll learn

This course is designed for professionals and students are seeking a comprehensive understanding of IoT security. Participants will define IoT ecosystem components, identify security challenges, and explore threats and vulnerabilities. They will learn threat modeling techniques, differentiate risk assessment methodologies, and recognize best practices while understanding IoT security standards and controls. The course facilitates the comparison of IoT computing frameworks, evaluation of security implications in architectural approaches, and analysis of secure IoT architectures. It also covers secure communication protocols. Ultimately, participants will gain the expertise to safeguard complex IoT systems, making informed decisions to ensure their security and integrity.

Skills you'll gain

Internet Of Things, Threat Modeling, Risk Management Framework, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Cryptography, Data Security, Network Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Information Systems Security, and Cloud Computing

Managing IoT Security in Networks

Course 210 hours

What you'll learn

This course is designed for professionals and students seeking a comprehensive understanding of IoT security. Participants should already have a solid understanding of IoT fundamentals. Learners will delve into the intricate components of the IoT ecosystem, gaining insights into its architecture and interconnections. They will identify and analyze common IoT security challenges, providing the foundation to recognize and explain IoT threats and vulnerabilities in the ever-evolving IoT security threat landscape. Participants will differentiate between various risk assessment methodologies and learn to employ threat modeling techniques effectively. The course also explores IoT security standards and controls, enabling learners to recognize and implement security best practices. Additionally, learners will compare and contrast computing frameworks for IoT, critically analyzing secure IoT architectures and evaluating security implications across different architectural approaches. The course culminates in an examination of secure communication protocols, equipping participants with a comprehensive skill set to navigate the complex field of IoT security confidently.

Skills you'll gain

Internet Of Things, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Cloud Solutions, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Information Privacy, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Systems Architecture, and Threat Detection

Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture

Course 310 hours

What you'll learn

This comprehensive course is designed for professionals and students seeking a deep understanding of the IoT security landscape. Learners should have a comprehensive understanding of IoT foundations. Participants will cover the Device Identity lifecycle, learn the steps in the Device Bootstrap Process, and explore preventive security measures at the device, network, and cloud levels using real-world examples. The course guides learners through the IoT incident response lifecycle, including the setup of a Security Incident Response Team. It delves into threat modeling, vulnerability management, and penetration testing in the context of IoT security, along with practical insights on tools like Microsoft Defender. The course defines cloud and its characteristics, outlines best practices in cloud deployment architecture, and details strategies for implementing Cloud IAM in IoT ecosystems. The ATASM (Threat Modeling Framework) is applied through a smart city use case, emphasizing the identification and mitigation of potential threats.

Skills you'll gain

Internet Of Things, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Detection, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure Security, Incident Response, Threat Management, and Authorization (Computing)

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Frequently asked questions

Approximately 9 weeks

Participants should have a comprehensive understanding of IoT Fundamentals prior to taking this specialization.

Yes, this specialization builds upon the prior course materials. First is Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture. Second is Managing IoT Security in Networks. And lastly is Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture.

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