As engineers work to connect everything from thermostats to cars to the internet, the question of security has become impossible to ignore. But dialing in the right level of security for a new product is a tricky task, requiring you to test—or at least investigate—a wide array of hardware and software technologies, from secure enclaves that will sit on your PCB to cryptography accelerators in the SoC at the heart of your design.

Engineers need to ask themselves tough questions during the design phase. What’s the potential impact of a hack? Who will be harmed by a breach and what will the extent of the damage be? What can you do within your budget, form factor, and power envelope? How long will the device be in use? Can you send software fixes or patches wirelessly? we will discuss the ins and outs of security technologies that you can add to your toolbox and consult experts on the best way to navigate challenges.