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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.


Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Data Ethics, NIST 800-53, Information Technology, Regulatory Compliance, Auditing, Cybersecurity, Compliance Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Security Controls, Artificial Intelligence, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Risk Management, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cybersecurity, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Information Systems Security, Desktop Support, Network Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Privacy, Servers, Cloud Computing, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Mac OS

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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Basics of Cyber Threat Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Assessment, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management Framework, Technical Communication, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Integrity, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Incident Response, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Business Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Disaster Recovery

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Mitigation, Vendor Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Asset Management, Disaster Recovery, Supplier Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    329 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Beginners Cyber Security Awareness Training Course

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Email Security, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Threat Detection, Multi-Factor Authentication, Internet Of Things, Information Privacy, Network Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Authentications, Data Security, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Cybersecurity basics for everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Security Awareness, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Email Security, Cyber Risk, Malware Protection, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Controls, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Firewall, Information Assurance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Auditing, Compliance Auditing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cyber Security Professional – Beginner’s Career Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Linux Administration, Network Security, Network Protocols, Linux Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Security, Data Ethics, Cyber Attacks

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations: IBM
  • Cybersecurity and Privacy: Microsoft
  • Basics of Cyber Threat Intelligence: Starweaver
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity : Infosec
  • The Beginners Cyber Security Awareness Training Course: Packt
  • Cybersecurity basics for everyone: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1: Packt
  • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google

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