We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the AIQUSEC (AI‑based Quantum‑Safe Security) co‑innovation research project. The project was led by Savonia University of Applied Sciences in collaboration with the University of Jyväskylä (JYU), Nokia, SSH Communications Security, and Prosys, with funding from Business Finland.
Over a 24‑month period, AIQUSEC addressed one of today’s most critical challenges: protecting vital infrastructure, such as water distribution systems and smart factories, against increasingly advanced cyber threats. The project brought together cutting‑edge academic research and strong industry expertise to develop practical, AI‑enabled cybersecurity solutions.
| Savonia’s WaterLAB facility, featuring the WaterLOOP water distribution system simulator, along with the Industry 4.0 Smart Factory, provided realistic testing environments throughout the project. Key outcomes included extensive OT cybersecurity research, where vulnerabilities were identified across operational technology layers ranging from sensors and PLCs to SCADA systems. The team also developed prototype sensor networks for intrusion detection and denial‑of‑service validation.
The project investigated the emerging ISO/IEC 30149 IoT Trustworthiness framework, delivering valuable insights to consortium partners on building more resilient and trustworthy connected systems. In collaboration with SSH Communications Security, a quantum‑safe security platform was implemented between Savonia and JYU for secure data tunneling. In addition, Prosys validated quantum migration solutions in its Smart Factory laboratory, supporting preparedness for a post‑quantum cybersecurity era. A key achievement was the development of AI‑based threat detection models. Working closely with JYU, the team designed and tested AI models capable of detecting anomalies and classifying cyberattack types in critical infrastructure environments. The project was managed by Dr. Rajeev Kanth. The work extensively leveraged the Savonia WaterLAB, led by Mr. Eero Antikainen, with additional technology support provided by Mr. Aki Happonen from Savonia DigiCenter. AIQUSEC highlights the power of collaboration between research and industry in advancing secure, future‑ready digital infrastructure. |
