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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Generative Model Architectures, Enterprise Application Management, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Patch Management, Computer Systems, Servers, Information Technology, System Software, Business Software, Network Security, Computer Networking, Software Architecture, OSI Models, TCP/IP

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    CompTIA DataSys+ Study Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Disaster Recovery, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Operational Databases, Data Maintenance, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, Data Management, Business Continuity Planning, Database Software, Database Theory, Transaction Processing, Data Governance, Data Security, SQL, Business Continuity

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    AI-Powered Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Incident Response, AI Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Fraud detection, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Anomaly Detection, Security Testing, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Malware Protection, Crisis Management, Machine Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Solutions and Microsoft Defender

    Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Security, Azure Active Directory, Threat Detection, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Management, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Malware Protection, Computer Security Incident Management, Firewall, Incident Response, Event Management

    ★ 4.6 (173) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Secure Permissions Fast

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Compliance Auditing, Authorization (Computing), Stakeholder Communications, Data Governance, Identity and Access Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Data Access, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, IT Management, Team Management, Authentications, Accountability Frameworks, Decision Making, Cybersecurity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace 資料治理

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Google Workspace, Gmail, Data Management, Data Security, Information Management, Records Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, Record Keeping, Email Security, Data Import/Export

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Machine Learning for Cyber Threat & Anomaly Detection

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, AI Security, Network Security, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Security Management, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Exploitation techniques, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Analytical Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Programming, Cybersecurity, Real Time Data, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Networking, Threat Modeling, Systems Design

    ★ 4.3 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Firewall, General Networking, Computer Networking, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, TCP/IP, Digital Transformation, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Saviynt

    ISAA: AI-Powered Saviynt Converged Identity Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Attacks, AI Security, Cyber Governance, Cloud Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Threat Detection, Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft IT Support Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Generative Model Architectures, Enterprise Application Management, Data Management, Data Maintenance, System Configuration, Network Protocols, IT Infrastructure, Microsoft Teams, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Patch Management, Productivity Software, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Technical Communication, Network Monitoring

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job Skills
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  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Event-Driven Programming, Data Migration, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions

    ★ 4.8 (6.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
  • CompTIA DataSys+ Study Guide: John Wiley & Sons
  • AI-Powered Cybersecurity: Macquarie University
  • Cybersecurity Solutions and Microsoft Defender: Microsoft
  • Secure Permissions Fast : Coursera
  • Google Workspace 資料治理: Google Cloud
  • Machine Learning for Cyber Threat & Anomaly Detection: Macquarie University
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing: Microsoft
  • ISAA: AI-Powered Saviynt Converged Identity Cloud: Saviynt

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