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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.


Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    Starweaver

    AI Agents for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, LLM Application, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Ethics, Cyber Operations, AI Orchestration, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Mitigation, Technology Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Campus BBVA

    Cybersecurity for Tech Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Crisis Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Security, Fraud detection, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Payment Systems, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Authentications

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Simple Linear Regression for the Absolute Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Generative AI for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Safety Culture, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Generative AI, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Anomaly Detection, Data Security, Security Strategy, Network Security, Security Software, Change Management, Machine Learning Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Cybersecurity Threats and Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Hardening, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Remote Access Systems, Systems Architecture, Data Security, Information Assurance, Encryption

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Privacy, Social Media

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Package and Software Management, Blockchain, Development Environment, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Servers, Restful API, System Programming, Maintainability, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Software Design Patterns, Development Testing, Debugging

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Governance, Risk Management, Vendor Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Compliance Management, Business Continuity, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Cybersecurity Operations and Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Mobile Security, Hardening, Threat Detection, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Cybersecurity Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Vendor Management, Business Priorities, Cyber Security Assessment, Enterprise Security, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Technical Consulting, Business Risk Management, Business Communication, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Business Metrics, Team Leadership, Compliance Auditing, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Advanced Cybersecurity Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, ISO/IEC 27001, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    The Cybersecurity Career Ladder

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Priorities, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, Security Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • AI Agents for Cybersecurity : Starweaver
  • Cybersecurity for Tech Professionals: Campus BBVA
  • Simple Linear Regression for the Absolute Beginner: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Cybersecurity: LearnQuest
  • Cybersecurity Threats and Defense: LearnKartS
  • Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone: Kennesaw State University
  • Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert: Packt
  • Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance: LearnKartS
  • Cybersecurity Operations and Controls: LearnKartS
  • Real-World Cybersecurity Leadership: Advancing Women in Tech

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