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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.


Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    Board Infinity

    Master Data Transformation at Scale with Power BI Desktop

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence, Data Security, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, Software Installation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Security at the Edge

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Network Security, Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Internet Of Things, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Hardware Architecture, Security Engineering, Encryption, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Analysis, Network Infrastructure

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Next.js

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, React.js, Application Development, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Routing Protocols, Responsive Web Design, Server Side

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Teams, Collaborative Software, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Solutions, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Office, Cloud Computing, Threat Management, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Digital Leader Training 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Containerization, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Site Reliability Engineering, Digital Transformation, Google App Engine, Real Time Data, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Public Cloud, Responsible AI

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Project Management Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Documentation, Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Scaled Agile Framework, Organizational Structure

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, OAuth, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), .NET Framework, Web Services, Authentications, Unit Testing, Back-End Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Operational Databases, Data Access, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, Cloud Services, AI Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Threat Detection, Cloud Management, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cold Calling & Prospecting

    Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Sales Prospecting, Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Sales, Telephone Skills, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentations, Setting Appointments, Sales Pipelines, Rapport Building, Communication, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations and Reconnaissance Techniques

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Foundation of Video Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Editing, Video Production, Cinematography, Storytelling

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    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Master Data Transformation at Scale with Power BI Desktop: Board Infinity
  • Security at the Edge: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Next.js: Coursera
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900) : Packt
  • Google Cloud Digital Leader Training 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Project Management Methodologies: Packt
  • Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core: EDUCBA
  • Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks: LearnQuest
  • Cold Calling & Prospecting: Packt
  • The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours: Packt

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