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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security)

    ★ 4.6 (17K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Advanced Machine Learning, Neural Networks, and NLP

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Decision Tree Learning, Advanced Analytics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Optimization, Data Science, Data Processing, Logistic Regression

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    CompTIA Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Scenario Testing, Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, Information Technology, Technical Support, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Simulations, System Support, General Networking, Cloud Services, Computer Hardware, Network Security, Operating Systems

    ★ 3.3 (109) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools

    ★ 4.6 (171) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Drupal for Technical Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Drupal, Content Management Systems, Enterprise Architecture, Scalability, Workflow Management, Salesforce, Information Architecture, Enterprise Application Management, Marketing Automation, Content Development and Management, Content Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Integration, Governance, Vocabulary

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Automating Work with Google Workspace Flows

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Analysis, Automation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Reporting, Document Management, Business Process Improvement, Compliance Management, Governance, Auditing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Replicate Databases for High Availability

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Database Management, Scalability, Data Persistence, Databases, Database Management Systems, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Automate, Debug, and Customize SQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Development, Databases, Debugging, Maintainability, Procedure Development

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize Supply & Pricing

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Revenue Management, Demand Planning, Process Optimization, Customer Demand Planning, Process Improvement and Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Logistics, Operational Analysis, Model Optimization, Microsoft Excel, Logistics Management, Business Analytics, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Management, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Securing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Hardening, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

    ★ 4.5 (112) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Databricks GenAI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Context Engineering, Fine-tuning, LLM Application, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Embeddings, Data Lakes, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Application Deployment, Acceptance Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Drive Decisions with Data: SQL Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Data Pipelines, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Analytics, SQL, Business Analytics, Data Infrastructure, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Warehousing, Analysis, Capacity Management, Data Warehousing, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Scalability, Performance Measurement, Return On Investment, Interactive Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Advanced Machine Learning, Neural Networks, and NLP: John Wiley & Sons
  • CompTIA Exam Prep: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • Foundations of Drupal for Technical Teams: Coursera
  • Automating Work with Google Workspace Flows: Coursera
  • Replicate Databases for High Availability: Coursera
  • Automate, Debug, and Customize SQL Databases: Coursera
  • Optimize Supply & Pricing: Coursera
  • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest

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