Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, File Management, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Information Technology, Disaster Recovery
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Firewall
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, IT Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Systems Administration, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Desktop Support, Network Security, Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Debugging
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Authentications, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Human Factors (Security), Software As A Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, System Monitoring, Information Systems, Asset Management, Intellectual Property
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Software Installation, System Configuration, Data Management, Computer Hardware, Data Security, Data Storage, Microsoft Windows, Firewall, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, General Networking, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Authentications, Network Analysis, Software As A Service
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Sales Process, Sales Presentation, Technical Sales, Sales, Sales Development, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Solution Sales Engineering, Prospecting and Qualification, Emerging Technologies, Outside Sales, Inside Sales, Needs Assessment, Consultative Approaches, Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Management, Security Software, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Security Engineering, Data Security, Secure Coding, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Blockchain, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, Cryptography, Education and Training, Technical Communication, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Operations, Threat Detection, Exploit development, Cybersecurity, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, Python Programming, Encryption, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks