CompTIA Security+ courses can help you learn network security, risk management, cryptography, and compliance. You can build skills in threat analysis, incident response, and security architecture. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are used to protect systems and data from cyber threats.

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Web Applications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, Technical Support and Services, Encryption, Security Awareness, Computer Literacy, System Configuration, Microsoft Office, Authentications, Microsoft Windows, Peripheral Devices, Patch Management, Technical Support, Mac OS, Database Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Authentications
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Administration, Network Performance Management, Local Area Networks, Hardening, Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Command-Line Interface, Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration, Cyber Security Assessment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Test Script Development, Brute-force attacks, Cloud Security, Network Analysis, API Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Wireless Networks, Security Controls
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Management, Security Testing, Cyber Governance, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Public Key Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Software-Defined Networking
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Information Technology, Project Risk Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), IT Management, Vendor Management, Procurement, Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Issue Tracking, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Controls, Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Performance Measurement, Project Planning, Resource Management, Quality Management, Performance Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, System Configuration, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Data Security, Test Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, Shell Script, User Accounts, System Configuration, Unix Shell, Network Administration, Network Performance Management, Hardware Troubleshooting, File Management, Unix Commands, General Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Management, Threat Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability, Encryption, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks