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.

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Management, DevSecOps, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Strategy, IT Management, Security Management, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Appetite, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Accountability Frameworks, Risk Analysis, Vendor Management, Accountability, Performance Metric, Disaster Recovery, Budget Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Incident Management, Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Risk, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Digital Forensics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Supplier Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Governance, Program Standards, Program Implementation, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
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

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Disaster Recovery, Crisis Management, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Governance, Risk Management, Resource Allocation, Compliance Management, Business Relationship Management, Verification And Validation, Business Priorities, Budget Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Appetite, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Control, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Governance, Business Continuity, Business Continuity Planning, Cyber Security Assessment, Technical Communication, AI Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Document Management, Data Sharing, File Management, Google Workspace, Project Documentation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Verification And Validation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Workflow Management, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft 365, Data Security, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Information Assurance, Email Security, Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Services, IT Management, Change Management, Business Software, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Project Management, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Informatics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months