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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


  • 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 stars, 2.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Azure Networking: VNETs, VPN, and Traffic Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Getting Started with Azure Networking Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Terraform, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Network Planning And Design, Azure DevOps, Load Balancing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Network Routing, Cloud Deployment, Networking Hardware

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • E

    EC-Council

    Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE)

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Cyber Attacks, Brute-force attacks, Exploitation techniques, Human Factors (Security), Web Applications, Mobile Security, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks

    4.6 stars, 619 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (619) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Security Testing, Linux Commands, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Linux, Software Installation, Network Security, Linux Administration, Network Analysis

    4.3 stars, 239 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (239) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Security, Incident Response, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Risk Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Business Risk Management, Encryption, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence

    4.4 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    New York University

    Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Firewall, IT Security Architecture, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Network Protocols, Proxy Servers

    4.7 stars, 664 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (664) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    CISSP For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, IT Security Architecture, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Network Security, Security Management, Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Penetration Testing, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres)

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Computer Security Awareness Training, Threat Management, Patient Safety, Malware Protection, Security Controls, Encryption, Health Technology, Data Security, Information Privacy

    4.6 stars, 402 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (402) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Telecom & Enterprise Cybersecurity Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Zero Trust Network Access, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response, Containerization, Enterprise Security, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Network Security, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Routers, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Protocols, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtualization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting

    4.6 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Internet Of Things, Cyber Governance, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

    4.5 stars, 640 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (640) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains: Kennesaw State University
  • Azure Networking: VNETs, VPN, and Traffic Management: KodeKloud
  • Getting Started with Azure Networking Services: Packt
  • Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE): EC-Council
  • Kali Linux: Board Infinity
  • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide: Packt
  • Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation: New York University
  • CISSP For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Cybersecurity in Healthcare (Hospitals & Care Centres): Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Telecom & Enterprise Cybersecurity Essentials: Coursera

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