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Information Security Courses

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.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Real-time data visualization dashboard using Node-red

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Preprocessing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Real Time Data, Data Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), No-Code Development, JSON, Javascript

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Project Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Performance Metric, Scheduling, Timelines, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Negotiation, Cost Estimation, Resource Planning, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Contract Management, Kanban Principles, Estimation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Connecting Cisco SD-WAN to Google Cloud using Cloud onRamp Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, IT Automation, Computer Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud-Based Integration, Software-Defined Networking, Automation, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Security, Cloud Applications, Wide Area Networks

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    The Making of US Foreign Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Financial Policy, International Finance, Diplomacy, Economics, World History, Economic Development, European History, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Technology Strategies, Public Safety and National Security, Lobbying, Governance, Security Strategy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Encoder-Decoder Architecture - Español

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Deployment, Generative Model Architectures, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, ChatGPT, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Presentations, AI Personalization, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Content Creation, Brainstorming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Linux Commands & Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Shell Script, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, System Programming, File I/O, Peripheral Devices, Data Management, Software Development, Process Management, Computer Security

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Windows 11 Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Copilot, Cloud Applications, File Management, System Configuration, Patch Management, Document Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud-Based Integration, Peripheral Devices, Operating System Administration, Operating Systems, Software Installation, Web Applications, Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Artificial Intelligence, Control Panels, AI Enablement, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Analyze BigQuery Usage with Log Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Google Cloud Platform, SQL, Analytics, Analysis, Data Warehousing

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reputation Crisis? Facebook meets Cambridge Analytica

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Public Relations, Social Media Management, Public Affairs, Facebook, Political Sciences, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Governance, Data Ethics, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Information Privacy, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Fast-Track Data Analysis and Presentations

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Presentation, Sampling (Statistics), Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Real-time data visualization dashboard using Node-red: Coursera
  • Project Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Connecting Cisco SD-WAN to Google Cloud using Cloud onRamp Automation: Google Cloud
  • Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens: University of Michigan
  • The Making of US Foreign Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Encoder-Decoder Architecture - Español: Google Cloud
  • 2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners: Alex Genadinik
  • Linux Commands & Shell Scripting: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Microsoft Windows 11 Mastery: Logical Operations
  • Analyze BigQuery Usage with Log Analytics: Google Cloud

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