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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.

Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Security Management, Information Systems Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Security Controls, Information Assurance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Cybersecurity and AI Compliance: Safety, Ethics, Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, Strategic Leadership, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Team Building, Network Security, Security Controls, Compliance Training, Data Integrity, Leadership Development, Multi-Factor Authentication, Team Collaboration, AI literacy, Regulatory Compliance, Model Evaluation, Accountability Frameworks, Governance, Philanthropy

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    React Beginner Project: Build a Color Picker Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Javascript, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Web Development, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: Managing Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Governance, Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Governance, NIST 800-53, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Security Management, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Program Implementation, Regulatory Compliance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Continuity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Security Controls, NIST 800-53, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring, Change Control, Cybersecurity, Security Architecture Review, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Risk Management, System Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Configuration Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Burp Suite Unfiltered - Go from a Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Test Tools, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Network Protocols, Web Applications, Test Automation, Development Environment, Proxy Servers, Authentications, Software Installation, System Configuration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Risk, Business Continuity, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Crisis Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Emerging Technologies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Foundations of Cybersecurity, Networking, and Cloud Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Security Controls, General Networking, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Encryption, Firewall, Operating Systems, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Business Software

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    James Spurin

    Dive Into Ansible - Beginner to Expert in Ansible - DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Devops Tools, YAML, IT Automation, Docker (Software), Containerization, Command-Line Interface, Data Security, Encryption, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Configuration Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cybersecurity Strategies for AI-Driven Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Responsible AI, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Risk, Data Loss Prevention, Vulnerability Assessments, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Incident Response, Tensorflow

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    YouTube Video Editing in FCPX - From beginner to Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Editing, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Knowledge of Apple Software, Data Import/Export, Graphic and Visual Design, File Management, Storytelling, Content Creation, Apple software proficiency

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    2026 Beginner Affiliate Marketing: Start Earning On Day 1

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Performance marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media, Content Marketing, Social Media Content, Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Product Promotion, Paid media, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategies, Market Opportunities, Promotional Strategies, Product Knowledge, Target Audience

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Across Critical Systems: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Cybersecurity and AI Compliance: Safety, Ethics, Awareness: SkillUp
  • React Beginner Project: Build a Color Picker Tool: Scrimba
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: Managing Risks: Packt
  • NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks: Packt
  • Burp Suite Unfiltered - Go from a Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Risk Assessment and Management in Cybersecurity: Board Infinity
  • Microsoft Foundations of Cybersecurity, Networking, and Cloud Systems: Microsoft
  • Dive Into Ansible - Beginner to Expert in Ansible - DevOps: James Spurin
  • Cybersecurity Strategies for AI-Driven Organizations: Coursera

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