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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


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    ISC2

    Working in the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Risk Mitigation, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Auditing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    C Programming on Linux: Build, Compile & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Data Structures, Program Development, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Productivity Software, Microsoft Outlook, File Management, Collaborative Software, Presentations, Microsoft Teams, Google Docs, Calendar Management, Microsoft PowerPoint, Control Panels, Gmail, Slack (Software), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheet Software, Setting Appointments, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Cisco CCNA (200-301)

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Routers, Network Routing, General Networking, Network Architecture, Ansible, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Software-Defined Networking, Local Area Networks, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Aspiring CIO & CISO: Leadership Development Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Stakeholder Management, Interviewing Skills, Personal Development, Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Professional Networking, Leadership and Management, Branding, Business Leadership, Cybersecurity, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, IT Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Analysis, Linux, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Remote Access Systems, Disaster Recovery, OSI Models, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Data Centers, Virtualization, Authentications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Microsoft 365, Marketing Automation, Customer experience improvement, Business Process Automation, Compliance Management, Sales Process, Customer Service, Information Privacy, Business Metrics, Microsoft Office, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity

    Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, System Configuration, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, General Networking, Virtual Environment, Network Switches, Network Routers, Networking Hardware, Network Engineering, Simulations, Configuration Management, Information Technology, Verification And Validation

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals and Protocols

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Security, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Firewall

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Cybersecurity Operations and Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Operations, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Application Security, Mobile Security, Network Security, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Red Hat Linux: Configure, Manage & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Linux Servers, Operating System Administration, Shell Script, System Configuration, Linux Commands, Web Servers, Servers, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, Performance Tuning, Service Management, User Accounts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Working in the Cloud: ISC2
  • C Programming on Linux: Build, Compile & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Office Productivity Software: SkillUp
  • Cisco CCNA (200-301): Packt
  • Aspiring CIO & CISO: Leadership Development Guide: Packt
  • Wireshark for Beginners: Capture Packets: Coursera
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-008): Packt
  • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
  • Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity: Coursera
  • Networking Fundamentals and Protocols: Packt

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