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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Compute Engine auf Deutsch

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Google App Engine, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Store, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage Technologies, Kubernetes, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Data Storage, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Management, Load Balancing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Cloud API, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Operations, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Automation, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, System Implementation, Technology Strategies, Real Time Data, Value Propositions, Case Studies, Cybersecurity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    208 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Conditional Formatting, Tables and Charts in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    264 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Hacking & Cryptography Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Brute-force attacks, Python Programming, Key Management, Programming Principles, File I/O, Computational Logic, Program Development, Algorithms, Debugging, Code Reusability, Scripting, Data Mapping, Software Testing, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Data Structures, Application Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Business Finance, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Small Business Accounting, Business Acumen, Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Gross Profit, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Mathematics, Financial Data, Revenue Recognition, Asset Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dell

    What Does IT Sales Entail?

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Active Listening, Prospecting and Qualification, Business Communication, Sales, Sales Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Selling Techniques, Inside Sales, Communication, Customer Analysis, Technical Sales, Sales Prospecting, Outside Sales, Interviewing Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistics, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    2.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Thermal Management, Electrical Safety, Electrical Power, Building Codes, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Automation, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    287 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Managing Threat Intelligence with Cortex XSOAR

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Incident Management

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Managed Services, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Apache Hadoop

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Insights to Inspiration

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Design Research, Human Centered Design, Project Scoping, Planning, Project Planning, Growth Mindedness, User Feedback, Strategic Thinking, Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Customer Insights, Empathy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Central Banks and Monetary Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Financial Systems, Banking, Financial Market, Bank Regulations, Financial Regulation, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Economics, Loans, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Credit Risk, General Lending, Crisis Management, Crisis Intervention

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    120 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Architecting with Google Compute Engine auf Deutsch: Google Cloud
  • Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT): University of Michigan
  • Conditional Formatting, Tables and Charts in Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Python Hacking & Cryptography Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Fundamentals of Business Finance, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • What Does IT Sales Entail?: Dell
  • Data Science in Real Life: Johns Hopkins University
  • Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies: Coursera
  • Managing Threat Intelligence with Cortex XSOAR: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud: Google Cloud

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