CompTIA Security+ courses can help you learn network security, risk management, cryptography, and identity management. You can build skills in threat analysis, incident response, and implementing security controls to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability assessment software, showing how these tools are applied to safeguard networks and data against potential threats.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Virtual Networking, Distributed Computing, Network Architecture, Systems Integration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Human Factors (Security), Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, AI Integrations, Diagnostic Tests, Reinforcement Learning, Descriptive Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Interoperability, DevOps, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Systems Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Version Control, Data Entry, Collaborative Software, Change Control, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Data Sharing, Business Solutions, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security, Editing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Web Servers, Network Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Telecommunications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Research, Case Law, Data Access, Data Security, Policy Development, Public Policies, Security Management, Security Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Authentications, Security Management, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Security Awareness, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), Data Ethics, Information Technology Operations, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Data Security, User Provisioning, Multi-Factor Authentication, Change Control
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Hardening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, System Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Capacity Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Data Security, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, File Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, Web Applications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Order Management, Order Entry, Sales Process, Order Processing, Accounting Software, Customer Relationship Management, Inventory Control, Small Business Accounting, Inventory Management System, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Cloud Security, Sales, Amazon Web Services, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Accounting, Finance
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Public Key Infrastructure, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Protocols, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months