Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Network Engineering, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Cloud Engineering, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Administration, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Network Support, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Kubernetes, Firewall
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Encryption, Amazon Web Services, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Controls, Cryptographic Protocols
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Software, Dashboard Creation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Incident Management, Automation, System Configuration, Interactive Data Visualization, Integrated Development Environments, Systems Integration, Data Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, Ubuntu, Operating System Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Hardening, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Network Administration, Software Installation, Package and Software Management, Authentications, Open Source Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Network Security, Human Factors (Security), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Email Security, Wireless Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Program Development, Python Programming, Network Architecture, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Linear Algebra
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Cryptographic Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, System Configuration, Cryptography, Cloud Computing, Key Management, Encryption, Mobile Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Incident Management, AI literacy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Affairs
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Security Testing, Exploit development, Responsible AI, API Testing, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Penetration Testing, OpenAI, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Scanning, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Systems Security, Information Technology, Security Software, Malware Protection, Data Security, Encryption, Security Awareness, Endpoint Security, Authentications, Patch Management, Technical Support, Firewall, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, IT Security Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Security Management, Security Awareness, Information Technology Architecture, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Application Security, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Infrastructure Security, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Policies, User Provisioning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks