IOT Security Learning Path
A IoT (Internet of Things) Security course focuses on securing connected devices and networks in the rapidly growing IoT ecosystem. It covers the risks and vulnerabilities specific to IoT devices, such as weak authentication and data privacy concerns. The course also explores best practices for securing IoT architectures, implementing encryption, and protecting against attacks targeting IoT systems.
Introduction to IoT and Embedded Systems
Networking & Wireless Technologies for IoT
Linux & Firmware Basics for IoT Security
IoT Security Fundamentals
IoT Device Exploitation & Hardware Hacking
Firmware Reverse Engineering & Exploitation
Tool-Specific Tracks
Wireless Security & Exploiting IoT Communication Protocols
Cloud & Edge Security in IoT
Certification Path:

Certified IoT Security Practitioner (CIoTSP)

GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA)
IoT Penetration Testing & Exploitation
Red Teaming & Adversary Simulation for IoT
Certification Path

Certified IoT Security Expert (CIoTSE)

Offensive IoT Exploitation (OSEE-IoT)
Secure Development Practices for IoT
IoT Security Compliance & Standards
Certification Path

Certified IoT Compliance Specialist (CIoTCS)

Certified IoT Compliance Specialist (CIoTCS)
Threat Modeling & Advanced IoT Attack Techniques
AI & Machine Learning Security in IoT
Certification Path

GIAC IoT Security (GIOT)

Certified AI Security Specialist (CAISS)

Offensive Security IoT Specialist (OSIoT)
Hours Per Day
≈ 7-8 Months
≈ 6 Months
≈ 5 Months
System Administrator
$89,000 /year
What day-to-day looks like
- System Monitoring and Maintenance
- Design and Development
- OS and Application Installation, Configuration, and Testing
- Performance Monitoring
- System Automation
- Technical Support
- Security and Backup
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaboration and Coordination
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FAQs
1. What is IoT Security?
IoT Security protects connected devices from cyber threats.
2. Who should take this learning path?
- Security professionals working with IoT systems.
- Engineers developing smart devices and applications.
3. What will I learn?
- IoT attack vectors, security frameworks, and risk mitigation.
- Securing smart home devices, industrial IoT, and medical devices.
4. What are the prerequisites?
Basic cybersecurity and networking knowledge.
5. What certifications can I pursue?
- Certified IoT Security Practitioner (CIoTSP)
- GIAC IoT Security (GIOS)
6. What career opportunities are available?
- IoT Security Engineer
- Embedded Security Analyst
- IoT Penetration Tester