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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


  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Cybersecurity Technology and Response Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Controls, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Contingency Planning, Risk Management, Information Systems Security, Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    ISC2

    Access Control Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Cyber Security Policies, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security, Data Access, User Provisioning, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

    ★ 4.8 (170) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Management and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements, Cloud Security, Regulatory Compliance, Data Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Maintenance, Cloud Computing Architecture, Records Management, Compliance Management, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Management, Cloud Standards, Security Management, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security Policies, Microsoft Azure, Compliance Reporting, Data Security, Threat Management

    ★ 4.8 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EC-Council

    Network Defense Essentials (NDE)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Mobile Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Security Controls, Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Internet Of Things, Virtualization and Virtual Machines

    ★ 4.6 (125) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Cyber Security Strategy, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Technical Support and Services, Incident Response, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Data Security, Information Assurance, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Audit Planning, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Requirements Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Record Keeping, Information Technology

    ★ 4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Linux Administration, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Anomaly Detection, Incident Management, AI Security, Information Systems Security, Network Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (195) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    NIST DoD RMF

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Federal Information Security Management Act, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems

    ★ 4.6 (54) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Governance, Business Continuity, Application Security, Information Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management, Regulatory Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Cryptography, Penetration Testing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Web Applications, Internet Of Things, Cloud Computing, Network Architecture

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    CISM: Enterprise Risk Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Appetite, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Control, Cyber Security Strategy, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Governance, Business Continuity, Business Continuity Planning, AI Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    ITIL V4 Brief Overview of Management and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Change Control, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Service Management, Security Management, Technical Services, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Risk Management Framework, Application Deployment, IT Infrastructure, Computing Platforms

    ★ 4.8 (165) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity Technology and Response Strategies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Access Control Concepts: ISC2
  • Cybersecurity Management and Compliance: Microsoft
  • Network Defense Essentials (NDE): EC-Council
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers: IBM
  • Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing: Packt
  • IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools: IBM
  • NIST DoD RMF: Infosec
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Pearson
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Pearson

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