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Information Security Courses

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.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Infosec

    Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Leadership Studies, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Assurance, Leadership, Change Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Organizational Change

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    ISC2

    Risk Management and Risk Assessment in a Healthcare Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Continuous Monitoring, Medical Privacy, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Health Information Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Information Privacy, Patient Safety, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Information Assurance, Data Security, Compliance Management, Data Integrity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Identity and Access Management (IAM)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Authentications, User Provisioning, OAuth, User Accounts, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO), Cryptographic Protocols, Enterprise Security, Computer Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law: Data Protection and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Regulatory Requirements, Data Sharing, Legal Risk, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Import/Export, Incident Management, Case Law

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 5

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Risk Management Excellence - NIST 800-37 Framework Training

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Assessment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Electronic Health Records

    Skills you'll gain: Information Management, Medical Management, Care Coordination, Health Care Administration, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Information Privacy, Data Storage

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Governance, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Internal Communications, Leadership, Performance Metric, Program Management, Communication, Stakeholder Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Governance, Communication Strategies, Internal Auditing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect - SC-100 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Modeling, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Management, DevSecOps, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Operations, Network Security

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Digital Shield: Cybersecurity for Data and System Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Malware Protection, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Human Factors (Security), Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Risk Management and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Incident Management, Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Information Privacy, Digital Forensics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Leadership: Infosec
  • Risk Management and Risk Assessment in a Healthcare Setting: ISC2
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM): Packt
  • Cloud Computing Law: Data Protection and Cybersecurity: Queen Mary University of London
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 5: Pearson
  • Risk Management Excellence - NIST 800-37 Framework Training: Packt
  • Electronic Health Records: MedCerts
  • Management: Infosec
  • GRC Fundamentals - Learn Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Packt
  • Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect - SC-100 Exam Prep: Packt

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