Nintech - Corporate IoT Security
  • Project name: CampusGuard IoT
  • Client: Multiple Tech Company
  • Devices Secured: 18,500+ endpoints
  • Date: September 15, 2023
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Locations: Multiple corporate campuses
Corporate IoT security dashboard

Project Overview

For a global technology leader with 18,500+ IoT devices across three campuses, we implemented a zero-trust security platform that reduced device vulnerabilities by 82% while maintaining seamless operations. The solution provides real-time visibility into all connected assets - from smart HVAC systems to conference room AV equipment - applying continuous authentication and micro-segmentation to prevent lateral movement.

Our AI-driven threat detection identifies anomalous device behavior with 96.7% accuracy, automatically quarantining compromised endpoints while maintaining detailed forensic trails. The system integrates with existing IT infrastructure while adding specialized IoT protection layers compliant with NIST 8259 standards.

Security Challenges & Requirements

The client's sprawling IoT ecosystem presented unique vulnerabilities:

  • Shadow IoT: 1,200+ unauthorized devices discovered on networks
  • Device vulnerabilities: 63% of endpoints had unpatched CVEs
  • Lateral movement: HVAC systems being used as attack vectors
  • Compliance gaps: Failed 3 major security audits in 18 months

Our Zero-Trust Solution

We deployed a multi-layered defense architecture:

Core Components:

  • AI-powered device fingerprinting and authentication
  • Behavioral anomaly detection for IoT endpoints
  • Automated network micro-segmentation
  • Vulnerability management with patch orchestration
  • Unified dashboard for all campus IoT assets

82%

Reduction in vulnerabilities

96.7%

Threat detection accuracy

100%

Compliance achieved

18.5K

Devices secured

IoT Security FAQs

Key questions about zero-trust IoT protection for enterprises.

Our system treats every device as untrusted, requiring continuous authentication. Each endpoint gets least-privilege access only to necessary network segments, with AI monitoring all communications for anomalies. This prevents compromised devices from accessing critical systems.

We protect all connected campus devices: HVAC systems, security cameras, smart lighting, digital signage, AV equipment, access control systems, and even employee personal devices (BYOD). Our platform automatically classifies and profiles each device type.

Traditional security assumes trusted internal networks. Our solution eliminates this assumption - every device-to-device communication requires verification. We also add specialized IoT protections like firmware integrity monitoring and protocol-level inspection that standard firewalls lack.