Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.

Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Jenkins, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Selenium (Software), CI/CD, Test Automation, Test Data, Unit Testing, Test Case, Software Testing, Regression Testing, Scenario Testing, Test Execution Engine, Python Programming, Automation, Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Cloud Computing, Threat Management, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptography, Security Testing, Data Security, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, Project Documentation, Functional Specification, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Process Mapping, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering Design Process, Control Systems, Human Factors, System Testing, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Structural Engineering, Thermal Management, Physical Science, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Mechanics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Quality Management, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Statistical Analysis, Waste Minimization, Process Capability, Kanban Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Sustainable Technologies, Safety Standards, Materials science, Quality Assurance, Performance Testing, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, User Flows, User Interface (UI) Design, Responsive Web Design, Interaction Design, Typography, Prototyping, Persona Development, Color Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Security, Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Anomaly Detection, Scripting, Network Protocols, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Python Programming, Data Access, System Monitoring, Automation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Hydrology, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Geostatistics, Water Resources, Production Process, Process Engineering, Hydraulics, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Analytical Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Migration, Generative AI, Software Documentation, Dashboard, Database Management, ChatGPT, Database Architecture and Administration, Prompt Engineering, SQL, Business Reporting, Prototyping, Performance Testing, Data Validation, Data Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Web Development, Blockchain, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, Web Servers, Programming Principles, System Programming, Restful API, Maintainability, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Software Design Patterns, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, GitHub, Version Control, Rmarkdown, Cross Platform Development, Software Documentation, Maintainability, Testability, R Programming, Knitr, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Development Testing, Technical Documentation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks