• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Information Security

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


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    R Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Debugging, Simulations, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Safety, Desktop Support, System Support, Technical Documentation, Problem Management, Debugging, Safety and Security, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Davis

    Google SEO Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Social Media, Information Architecture, Generative AI, User Experience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Scripting Languages, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, User Accounts, Event Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, User Interface (UI), Server Administration, HTML and CSS, Data Import/Export, Software Documentation, Authentications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Samsung

    Samsung Customer Care Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Problem Solving, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer Communications Management, Product Knowledge, Active Listening, Technical Communication, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Getting Started with Elasticsearch on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Kibana, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Hosting, Data Visualization Software, System Configuration, System Software

    3
    Rating, 3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Getting Started with Cloud Data Fusion

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, JSON, Extract, Transform, Load, Big Data, Data Transformation, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Integration, Data Management

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: New
    New
    P

    Packt

    Nmap

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Software Installation, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Infosec

    Cybersecurity Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Linux Commands, Cyber Security Assessment, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Linux, Risk Management Framework, Operating System Administration, Network Monitoring, Security Management, Operating Systems, Cyber Risk, Cloud Services, Threat Management, General Networking, Windows PowerShell, Cyber Governance, Unix Commands

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    662 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Foundations of Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix Commands, File Systems, Software Installation, Operating System Administration, Development Environment, File Management, Virtual Environment, Open Source Technology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    ESSEC Business School

    Demand management: Breaking down today’s commercial silos

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Digital Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Demand Generation, Hotel Operations, Asset Management, Marketing, Customer Demand Planning, Forecasting, Business Valuation, Return On Investment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    369 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud IAM: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Storage

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Searches related to information security

information security fundamentals
information security foundations
information security awareness
information security analyst
certified information security manager (cism)
information technology and security principles
managing information system security architecture
designing information system security architectures
1…187188189…620

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

  • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 2: Pearson
  • Google SEO Fundamentals: University of California, Davis
  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Pearson
  • Samsung Customer Care Essentials: Samsung
  • Getting Started with Elasticsearch on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Getting Started with Cloud Data Fusion: Google Cloud
  • Nmap: Packt
  • Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
  • Foundations of Linux: Packt

Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

Cybersecurity (33)
Google (25)
Google Cloud Platform (17)
Internet (17)
Cryptography (16)
Network Security (16)
Linux (12)
Software Testing (12)
Information Security (10)
Application Programming Interfaces (8)
Kubernetes (8)
Web (8)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok