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.

Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Patch Management, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Security, Cyber Attacks, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Hardening, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Management, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Information Systems Security, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Data Sharing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Mobile Security, System Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Security Controls, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Authorization (Computing), Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Cloud Security, TCP/IP, Information Assurance, Network Protocols, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Management, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Data Loss Prevention, Data Integrity, Security Management, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Scope Management, Quality Management, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, IT Management, Stakeholder Management, Cost Management, Risk Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Allocation, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Resource Management, Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Engagement, Scheduling, Risk Mitigation, Information Technology
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Application Security, OSI Models, Cryptography, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Network Administration, Endpoint Security, General Networking, Malware Protection, Cloud Computing, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Communications, Project Documentation, Communication Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Science and Research, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Forecasting, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Business Research, Data Literacy, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Presentations, Problem Solving, Persuasive Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Total Seminars
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Vulnerability, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Operations, Security Controls, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Security Management, Human Factors (Security), Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Event Monitoring, IT Automation, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Application Security, IT Security Architecture, DevOps, Security Engineering, Security Controls, CI/CD, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Platforms, Vulnerability Management, Development Environment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, User Story, Backlogs
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Management, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Application Performance Management, Cyber Security Policies, Event Monitoring, Brute-force attacks, Incident Response, Query Languages, Interactive Data Visualization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks