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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


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    EDUCBA

    Python Cryptography: Build & Explore Classical Ciphers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Scripting, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Key Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity

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    421 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Automation, General Networking, Cloud Technologies, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Digital Transformation

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    279 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, USB, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computing Platforms, Linux, Software Installation, Technical Support, Mac OS, Computer Architecture, File Systems, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, User Accounts, Disaster Recovery

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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Technical Support and Services, Cybersecurity, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Database Software, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, IT Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Project Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    264 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    IT Infrastructure and Emerging Trends

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Technology Solutions, Technology Strategies, IT Infrastructure, Data Security, Information Systems, Mobile Security, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Transformation, Blockchain, Encryption, Wireless Networks, Virtualization, Scalability

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    501 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Image Quality, Unsupervised Learning, Information Privacy, Data Synthesis, Performance Testing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Design

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, Security Engineering, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Geographic Information Systems

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Vital Skills for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Security, Data Presentation, User Centered Design, Infographics, Statistical Visualization, User Experience Design, Technical Communication, Cybersecurity, Healthcare Ethics, Statistical Reporting, Authentications, Data Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Responsible AI, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fortinet, Inc.

    Fortinet Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Network Architecture, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Risk Management Excellence - NIST 800-37 Framework Training

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Regulatory Requirements

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python Cryptography: Build & Explore Classical Ciphers: EDUCBA
  • Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems: IBM
  • Network Security: ISC2
  • Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone: IBM
  • IT Infrastructure and Emerging Trends: University of Minnesota
  • Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): DeepLearning.AI
  • Advanced System Security Design: University of Colorado System
  • Vital Skills for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder

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