Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Security, Operating System Administration, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Application Security, Computer Security, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, TCP/IP, Active Directory, File Systems, Technical Support, OS Process Management, Microsoft Windows, Information Technology, Computer Hardware
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Security, Package and Software Management, IT Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Systems Administration, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, OSI Models, Encryption, Technical Support, Network Troubleshooting, Disaster Recovery, Operating Systems, Help Desk Support, TCP/IP, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Computer Hardware, Software Installation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Hardening, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Medical Devices, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Telehealth, Vulnerability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Patient Advocacy, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Real-Time Operating Systems, Emerging Technologies, Software-Defined Networking, Cryptography, Cloud Platforms, Encryption, Market Dynamics, Operational Efficiency
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, AI Security, Machine Learning, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Data Governance, Cybersecurity, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Safety and Security, Public Safety and National Security, Security Management, Case Studies, Cybersecurity, Crisis Management, International Relations, Governance, Environmental Issue, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months