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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


  • G

    Google

    Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Technical Communication, Data Science, Data Quality, Data Validation, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (924) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Software Development on SAP HANA

    Skills you'll gain: SAP S/4HANA, Data Modeling, SAP Applications, Systems Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Functional Requirement, Software Development Tools, Data Migration, Software Development Methodologies, Application Deployment, Organizational Structure, Compliance Reporting

    ★ 4.4 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Emerging Technologies, Data Science, Embedded Systems, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Amazon Web Services, Middleware, Communication Systems, Health Technology, Cloud Platforms, Digital Communications, Hardware Architecture, Computing Platforms

    ★ 4.7 (531) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Networking Hardware, USB, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices, Display Devices, Data Storage

    ★ 3.8 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Network Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, General Networking, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Model, Network Analysis, Firewall, Load Balancing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Scalability

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Solution Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Client Support, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Customer Support, Web Presence, Customer and Client Support, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Professional Networking, Recruitment, Technical Documentation, Active Listening, Gap Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Design, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Database Development, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

    ★ 4.7 (712) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Engagement & Feedback Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Power BI, Team Performance Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Performance Management, Employee Coaching, Driving engagement, User Feedback, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Constructive Feedback, Performance Measurement, Workforce Planning, Workforce Management, Workforce Development, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.6 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Pentesting Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Test Tools, Virtual Machines, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Remote Access Systems

    ★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Data Cleansing, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Social Media Analytics, Simulations, Data Processing, Text Mining, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Systems Thinking, Data Science, Agentic systems

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Health Information Management, Interpersonal Communications, Health Informatics, Health Care, Nursing Practices, Care Management, Leadership, Compassion, Nursing, Patient Safety, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emotional Intelligence, Quality Improvement, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights: Google
  • Software Development on SAP HANA: SkillUp
  • IoT Devices: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture: Google Cloud
  • Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases: IBM
  • Engagement & Feedback Optimization: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of London
  • Pentesting Fundamentals for Beginners: Packt

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