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.

Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Operational Databases, Database Systems, IBM DB2, MySQL, Performance Tuning, PostgreSQL, Disaster Recovery, Data Storage Technologies, Database Design, System Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), User Accounts, Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Secure Coding, File Management, Cryptography, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Scripting, Data Structures
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Hardening, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, System Configuration, Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, Record Keeping, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Local Area Networks, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Threat Detection, System Support, Information Technology Operations, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Desktop Support, Information Systems Security, Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Hardware Troubleshooting
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Malware Protection, Risk Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Engineering, Application Deployment, YAML, Virtual Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, IT Infrastructure, File Systems, OSI Models, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Data Security, Linux, Encryption, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Information Technology
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Performance Tuning, Microsoft Azure, System Monitoring, Data Engineering, Transact-SQL, Star Schema, Power BI, PySpark, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, SQL, Azure Active Directory, Advanced Analytics, Microsoft Copilot
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

EC-Council
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Wireless Networks, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Threat Detection, Internet Of Things
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, No-Code Development, Data Integration, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Application Development, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Business Solutions, Security Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, NIST 800-53, Network Analysis, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks