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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Python Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Devops Tools, Software Development Tools, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Yonsei University

    Introduction to TCP/IP

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Network Security, General Networking, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Architecture, System Configuration, Network Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Cryptography I

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Security, Local Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Network Administration, System Configuration, Authentications, Encryption

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Files and directories in the Linux filesystem

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, File Management, Linux Administration, Operating Systems, Unix, Command-Line Interface

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Compute and Scalability for AWS Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Public Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Scalability, Network Routing, Firewall, Network Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    AI For Business

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Fraud detection, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Management, People Analytics, HR Tech, Data Governance, Big Data, Machine Learning Algorithms, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Governance, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Credit Risk, Business Transformation, Machine Learning, Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Network Connectivity Options

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Amazon Web Services, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Oracle Database Multitenant Administration Course

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Operational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise and Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Planning And Design, System Configuration, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Performance Management, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Services, Network Infrastructure

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer Exam 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning, Cloud Security, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Data Strategy, Data Storage Technologies, Data Migration, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Management

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Demand Planning, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Forecasting, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Supplier Management, Operations Management, Purchasing, Production Process, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Logistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Python Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Introduction to TCP/IP: Yonsei University
  • Cryptography I: Stanford University
  • CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Files and directories in the Linux filesystem: Coursera
  • Google Cloud Compute and Scalability for AWS Professionals: Google Cloud
  • AI For Business: University of Pennsylvania
  • AWS Network Connectivity Options: Amazon Web Services
  • The Oracle Database Multitenant Administration Course: Packt
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise and Cloud: Pearson

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