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 System
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Information Assurance, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Data Integrity, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Information Privacy, Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Test Tools, Firewall, OSI Models, Authentications, Encryption, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · 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

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Security Strategy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation
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

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Authentications, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Human Factors (Security), NIST 800-53
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Security Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Awareness, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Human Factors (Security), Safety Culture, Risk Mitigation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Application Security, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Software Architecture, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, DevSecOps, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Business Strategies, Penetration Testing, Compliance Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Management, Data Management, Auditing, Audit Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Metrics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Security Controls, Threat Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Cyber Risk, Authorization (Computing)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Risk, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Network Security, Multi-Factor Authentication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months