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Security Certification Courses

Security certification courses can help you learn risk assessment, incident response, network security principles, and compliance standards. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and implementing security policies effectively. Many courses introduce tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools are applied in real-world security scenarios to protect sensitive information and systems.


Popular Security Certification Courses and Certifications


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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Operating Systems Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OS Process Management, File Management, Unix Shell, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Security Controls, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), Object-Relational Mapping, CI/CD, Spring Boot, Restful API, Java Programming, Integration Testing, Docker (Software), Database Development, Cloud Deployment, Application Security, Java, Containerization, SQL, Databases, Database Design, NoSQL, Kubernetes, Test Driven Development (TDD), Object Oriented Design

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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    5G Mobile Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, General Networking, Mobile Security, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Technology Roadmaps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Automation, Cloud Computing, Real Time Data

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Exploit development, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Analysis, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, SQL

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

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    Yale University

    Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Finance

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    176 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems: Principles in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Virtualization, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Network Switches, Terraform

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    106 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Disaster Recovery, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Analysis, Technical Communication

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Foundations for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Artificial Neural Networks, AI Security, Data Ethics, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Compliance Management, AI Product Strategy, Business Ethics, Risk Management, Machine Learning, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, IT Security Architecture, Technical Support and Services, Malware Protection

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: What to Do When You Are a Victim

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Network Security, Multi-Factor Authentication

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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular security certification courses

  • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment: SkillUp
  • 5G Mobile Networks: LearnQuest
  • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Threat Analysis: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration: Yale University
  • Network Systems: Principles in Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cyber Incident Response: Infosec
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go: Kennesaw State University
  • AI Foundations for Business Professionals: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

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