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Cybersecurity Courses

Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

Popular Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Hunting, Data Security, Security Strategy, Email Security, Authentications, Security Management

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Cyber Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Risk, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity

    4.7 stars, 327 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (327) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

    4.8 stars, 215 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (215) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Network Security, AI Integrations, DevOps, Cybersecurity, CI/CD, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Software Development, Security Controls, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture

    4.7 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Safety Culture, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Attacks, Dashboard, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Communication, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership

    4.8 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (61) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Management, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Data Loss Prevention, Data Integrity, Security Management, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science

    4.6 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Policies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Event Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance, Compliance Management, Cyber Operations, Risk Management, Risk Control

    4.7 stars, 32 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (32) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, OSI Models, General Networking, Database Administration, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Risk Mitigation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Asset Protection, System Monitoring, Auditing

    4.8 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, Product Planning, Generative AI, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Product Development, Innovation, Product Strategy, Machine Learning Methods, Commercialization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative AI Agents, Product Roadmaps, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 36K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (36K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Professional Networking, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Database Administration, Information Technology, Customer Service

    4.7 stars, 13K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (13K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Team Motivation, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Information Technology, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cybersecurity courses

  • Cyber Security: Essentials: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security Fundamentals: University of London
  • Cyber Security – Technology and Governance: University of London
  • Cyber Security: DevOps: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security: Leadership: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security: Data, Privacy and AI Security: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance: Macquarie University
  • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
  • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google
  • IBM AI Product Manager: IBM

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