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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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    Packt

    Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Application Development, API Testing, Application Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Case, Development Environment, Model View Controller, Software Development Tools, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Authentications, Software Design Patterns, SQL, Data Persistence, Mockups, JSON, User Interface (UI), Functional Design, Databases, Dependency Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Authentications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    YouTube Video Editing in FCPX - From beginner to Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Motion Graphics, Video Production, File Management, Storytelling, Content Creation, Apple software proficiency, Timelines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Debugging, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Risk Modeling, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Privacy, Estimation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Disaster Recovery, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Control, Operational Risk, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Emerging Technologies, Compliance Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Cybersecurity Policy & Governance for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance, Risk Management, Audit Planning, Compliance Management, Cybersecurity, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Regulatory Compliance, Auditing, ISO/IEC 27001, Employee Training, NIST 800-53, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Stakeholder Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Beginner Object-Oriented Programming in C# and .NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness For Everyone: Final Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Network Infrastructure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    AI-Enabled Programming, Networking, and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, LLM Application, Emerging Technologies, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, AI Security, AI Enablement, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Software Development, Network Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Azure Cybersecurity Solutions And Microsoft Defender

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Scenario Testing, Virtual Machines, Encryption, Event Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert: Packt
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Pearson
  • YouTube Video Editing in FCPX - From beginner to Pro: Skillshare
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt
  • IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools: IBM
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity: Board Infinity
  • Cybersecurity Policy & Governance for Business Success : Starweaver
  • Beginner Object-Oriented Programming in C# and .NET Core: Packt
  • Cybersecurity Awareness For Everyone: Final Assessment: Kennesaw State University

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