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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Science, Data Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Analytical Skills, Ideation, Exploratory Data Analysis
★ 4.1 (183) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Administration, Databases, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Design, Secure Coding, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Application Security, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Software Documentation, Software Design Documents, Security Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Waterfall Methodology
★ 4.6 (688) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Literacy, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Grammar, Language Learning
★ 4.8 (284) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Performance Tuning, Systems Design, Design Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Technical Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Systems Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Image Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Image Quality, Medical Imaging, Graphical Tools, Physics
★ 4.3 (342) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Environment, Sustainable Design, Environmental Science, Business Modeling, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Hardware Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Scripting, User Interface (UI)
★ 4.5 (265) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Linux
★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, File Systems, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Data Storage, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Systems Administration, File Management, Performance Tuning, Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Security Controls
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Performance Measurement, Performance Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Team Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Culture Transformation, Cleanliness, Procedure Development, Overcoming Objections, Auditing
★ 4.8 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Security Management, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Incident Management, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Site Reliability Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Solutions, Public Cloud, Expense Management, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Cloud Services, Budget Management, Scalability, Cost Management, Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Customer Support, Disaster Recovery
★ 4.4 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months