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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Telecom & Enterprise Cybersecurity Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Zero Trust Network Access, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response, Containerization, Event Monitoring, Enterprise Security, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Network Security, Network Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Basics of Cisco Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Switches, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Model, Network Protocols

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    113 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    I
    I

    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Security Controls, System Configuration, Generative AI, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Certified in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Governance, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Assurance, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Firewall, General Networking, Computer Networking, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, TCP/IP, Digital Transformation, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Total Seminars

    CompTIA Security+

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), User Accounts, Network Security, Incident Response, Security Controls, Command-Line Interface, Hardening, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Security Architecture Review, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Scenario Testing, Technical Communication, Simulations

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Cisco Solutions and Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), General Networking, Virtual Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Switches, Network Administration, Authentications, Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Firewall, Networking Hardware, Authorization (Computing), TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Technologies, Network Administration, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Firewall, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cloud Services, Computer Security, Network Infrastructure, Security Software, Data Security, AI Security, Docker (Software), Security Management, Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    885 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Authentications, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Key Management, Network Protocols, Email Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Software, Data Integrity, Multi-Factor Authentication, Firewall

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Security Awareness, Cryptographic Protocols

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of AWS and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Network Planning And Design, Solution Architecture, Security Management, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure Architecture, Network Routing, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Application Design, Cloud Management, Network Security, Public Cloud

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Telecom & Enterprise Cybersecurity Essentials: Coursera
  • Basics of Cisco Networking: LearnQuest
  • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: IBM
  • Certified in Cybersecurity: ISC2
  • Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing: Microsoft
  • CompTIA Security+: Total Seminars
  • Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response: LearnQuest
  • Cisco Solutions and Networking Fundamentals: Packt
  • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity: Palo Alto Networks
  • Cryptography: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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