Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, IT Security Architecture, Cryptography, OSI Models, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Network Administration, Secure Coding, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Security Testing, Information Technology, Software Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Analysis, Governance, Cybersecurity, Regulatory Compliance, Security Controls, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Management Reporting, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Security Controls, Asset Management, Security Strategy, IT Management, Program Management, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, IT Security Architecture, Information Management, Technology Roadmaps, Cyber Security Policies, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Program Development, Vendor Management, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement Process
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Information Privacy, Cyber Security Policies, Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Control, Threat Modeling, Information Systems
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Cloud Services, Data Security, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Cloud Security, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Network Model
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, System Implementation, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Security Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Encryption, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Threat Management, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Data Integrity, Threat Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Encryption, Identity and Access Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Risk Analysis, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Authentications, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Incident Management, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Information Management, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Threat Management, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Assessments, System Configuration, Asset Management, Cloud Security, Patch Management, Cloud Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Asset Protection, Cloud Computing, Change Control, Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks