CompTIA Security+ courses can help you learn network security, risk management, cryptography, and identity management. You can build skills in threat analysis, incident response, and implementing security controls to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability assessment software, showing how these tools are applied to safeguard networks and data against potential threats.

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Encryption, Network Performance Management, Virtualization, Program Development, Open Source Technology, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing
ā 4.6 (137) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Wide Area Networks, Servers
ā 4.5 (295) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis Software, Digital Analysis, User Accounts, USB, File Systems, System Configuration, Software Installation, Image Analysis, File Management
ā 4.7 (70) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Manufacturing Standards, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Electronics, Manufacturing and Production, Process Control, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Technical Standard, Equipment Design, Facility Management, Infrastructure Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Network Infrastructure, Analysis
ā 3.8 (6) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, User Experience Design, Database Theory, Usability, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Relational Databases, Software Visualization, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Security Software, Servers, Operating Systems
ā 4.7 (135) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Web Applications, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Application Security, Test Tools, Web Servers, Content Management Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Databases
ā 4.2 (10) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Information Systems, Enterprise Application Management, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Systems Security, E-Commerce, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Computer Hardware, Data Warehousing, Decision Support Systems, Disaster Recovery, Networking Hardware, Business Ethics, Operating Systems, Data Ethics, Business Process Management, Customer Relationship Management
ā 4.7 (72) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, General Networking, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Spatial Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, Education Software and Technology, Distributed Computing, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
ā 4.6 (63) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Governance, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Internal Communications, Leadership, Communication Planning, Performance Metric, Program Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Communications
ā 4.6 (51) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Single Sign-On (SSO), Active Directory, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Data Governance, Cloud Services, Security Controls
ā 4.2 (80) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI Security, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling
ā 4.7 (109) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Philanthropy, Social Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Finance
ā 4.9 (180) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months