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.

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Technologies, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Engineering, Network Monitoring, Data Centers, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Cloud Security
★ 4.6 (31) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Training and Development, People Development, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Systems Analysis, Job Analysis, Process Analysis, Analysis, Learning Styles
★ 4.1 (889) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, AI Security, Network Security, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Security Management, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Analytical Skills
★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security, Security Architecture Review, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Malware Protection, Risk Management
★ 4.7 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, AI Security, LLM Application, Context Management, Interoperability, Google Cloud Platform, Session Initiation Protocols, Risking, Systems Integration, Servers, Scalability, Risk Management, Pandas (Python Package), Server Side
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Studies, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Economic Development, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Market Dynamics, Coordination
★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Load Balancing, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Security Controls, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Scalability, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks
★ 4.1 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Software Design Documents, Application Design, Conceptual Design, Diagram Design, Design Elements And Principles
★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, AI Orchestration, Automation, Model Deployment, AI Enablement, Performance Measurement, Generative AI, No-Code Development, Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, Process Optimization, System Monitoring, Scalability
★ 4.6 (23) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, AI literacy, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Prompt Patterns, Data Analysis, Debugging, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Databases, Context Engineering, Data Validation, Code Reusability
★ 4.8 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Agile Methodology, Cloud-Native Computing, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD), Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Continuous Deployment, Software Development Methodologies, Behavior-Driven Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Continuous Delivery, Performance Metric, Team Performance Management, Accountability, Culture Transformation, Microservices, Organizational Development
★ 4.8 (4.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices, Business Planning, iOS Development, Product Planning, Android (Operating System), Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication Systems, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Network Analysis, Network Performance Management, Emerging Technologies, Operating Systems, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, System Software, Market Intelligence
★ 4.7 (490) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months