The Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Urban Tech in Istanbul is a specialized training course designed to help professionals secure smart city infrastructures, IoT networks, and urban technologies.
From:
11-05-2026
From:
22-06-2026
Course Overview
Smart cities integrate IoT devices, AI systems, cloud platforms, and critical infrastructure to deliver efficient urban services. However, these interconnected systems are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks, ranging from data breaches and ransomware to disruptions of energy grids and transport networks.
This Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Urban Tech Training Course equips participants with strategies to protect urban systems, manage risks, and comply with international regulations. It emphasizes resilience, privacy, and secure governance in urban technology environments.
Through real-world case studies, simulations, and hands-on workshops, participants will develop the knowledge to defend urban infrastructure and build resilient cybersecurity strategies for smart cities.
Course Benefits
Understand cybersecurity challenges in smart cities.
Strengthen defense of IoT and connected infrastructure.
Develop governance frameworks for urban tech resilience.
Reduce risks to critical services and citizen trust.
Align urban tech with global cybersecurity standards.
Course Objectives
Explore the cybersecurity landscape of smart cities.
Assess vulnerabilities in IoT and critical infrastructure.
Apply best practices for smart grid and transport security.
Integrate privacy and data protection into urban tech.
Develop strategies for incident response in smart cities.
Examine case studies of urban cyberattacks.
Build long-term resilience in city cybersecurity planning.
Training Methodology
The course blends expert-led lectures, urban tech case studies, group discussions, and simulations of cyber incidents in smart city environments.
Target Audience
City planners and digital infrastructure leaders.
Cybersecurity professionals and SOC managers.
IoT and smart technology developers.
Government and regulatory officers.
Target Competencies
Smart city cybersecurity.
IoT and infrastructure security.
Cyber governance in urban environments.
Risk and resilience management.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Smart Cities and Cybersecurity
Defining smart cities and urban technologies.
Cyber risks in connected urban environments.
Case studies of cyberattacks on cities.
Importance of resilience and trust.
Unit 2: Securing IoT and Connected Infrastructure
IoT vulnerabilities in urban tech.
Authentication and encryption for smart devices.
Securing smart grids and transport systems.
Hands-on IoT security exercise.
Unit 3: Critical Infrastructure Protection
Cyber risks in energy, water, and public services.
National and international frameworks for infrastructure security.
Incident response for critical systems.
Practical workshop on infrastructure resilience.
Unit 4: Privacy, Data Protection, and Governance
Data protection in smart city ecosystems.
GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy obligations.
Governance frameworks for smart city security.
Balancing innovation with compliance.
Unit 5: Building Resilient Cybersecurity Strategies for Cities
Designing cyber resilience plans for urban tech.
Cross-sector collaboration and governance.
Future trends: AI, 5G, and quantum threats in cities.
Roadmap for sustainable urban cybersecurity.
Ready to secure the future of smart cities?
Join the Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Urban Tech Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to protect urban infrastructure and digital services.
The Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Urban Tech Training Courses in Istanbul are designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, strategies, and practical skills required to protect digital infrastructures, urban systems, and connected technologies in modern city environments. This specialization targets IT and cybersecurity professionals, urban planners, smart city project managers, and technology leaders responsible for safeguarding the security, privacy, and resilience of urban technologies.
Across its programs, participants explore the principles of smart city cybersecurity, focusing on the protection of critical digital systems such as IoT networks, transportation platforms, utility services, and data-driven urban applications. Key topics include threat assessment, risk management, network security, secure IoT integration, data privacy, incident response, and regulatory compliance in smart city contexts. Emphasis is placed on identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating cyber risks, and ensuring reliable operation of urban infrastructures.
The courses blend theoretical insights with practical application, enabling participants to implement cybersecurity frameworks, monitor system integrity, and respond effectively to cyber incidents in urban technology ecosystems. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and scenario-based exercises, professionals develop skills in securing connected devices, protecting sensitive citizen data, managing digital risks, and coordinating cross-sector cybersecurity initiatives. The specialization also highlights collaboration between municipal authorities, technology providers, and operational teams to maintain resilient and secure smart city operations.
Attending these Cybersecurity in Smart Cities and Urban Tech programs in Istanbul provides participants with a dynamic learning experience guided by expert facilitators and enriched through peer collaboration. Istanbul’s position as a major metropolitan and technology hub offers a practical context for understanding the cybersecurity challenges of smart urban environments. By completing this specialization in Istanbul, professionals enhance their ability to safeguard urban digital infrastructures, ensure operational continuity, and implement globally relevant cybersecurity strategies that support the safe, efficient, and resilient development of smart cities.