Internet of Things
The general principles, categories, requirements, limitations and vulnerabilities of smart connected devices (most of them with intended internet connectivity).
Internet of Things — the general principles, categories, requirements, limitations and vulnerabilities of smart connected devices (most of them with intended internet connectivity). McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 55.97/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 7 occupations in our catalogue, including ICT security administrator, embedded system designer, embedded systems security engineer, and smart home installer.
Occupations that require Internet of Things
Showing top 7 of 7 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is Internet of Things?
The general principles, categories, requirements, limitations and vulnerabilities of smart connected devices (most of them with intended internet connectivity).
What category of skill is Internet of Things?
ESCO classifies Internet of Things under the knowledge category, specifically in the computer use subcategory.
Is Internet of Things an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 55.97/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require Internet of Things?
In our catalogue, 7 occupations list Internet of Things as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include ICT security administrator, embedded system designer, embedded systems security engineer, smart home installer, IoT developer, industrial mobile devices software developer.
How transferable is Internet of Things between industries?
ESCO tags Internet of Things as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is Internet of Things the same as Information appliances?
Yes — Internet of Things is also known as Information appliances, IoT, smart devices, Pervasive systems, or Ubiquitous computing. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn Internet of Things?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands Internet of Things and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.