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.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Hardening, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Computer Security, Network Administration, Authentications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Group Policy, Microsoft Servers, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Servers, Computer Security, System Configuration, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, File Systems, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Threat Detection, Data Integrity, Graphical Tools, Digital Communications, Malware Protection, File Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Mobile Development Tools, Data Storage, Real Time Data, Disaster Recovery, Network Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Encryption, OSI Models, IT Security Architecture, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Monitoring, Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Wireless Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Computer Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Data Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Risk Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Integrity, Distributed Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Ethics, Network Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information, Ethical Standards And Conduct, SQL
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Threat Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Computer Security, Network Monitoring, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), IT Automation, Automation, Event Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Data Analysis Software, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Public Affairs, Research, Technical Communication, Driving engagement, Scientific Methods, Persuasive Communication, Digital Communications, Threat Detection, Interpersonal Communications, Public Policies, Policy Development, Content Creation, Social Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Security Controls, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Network Security, Data Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO), Authentications, User Accounts, Load Balancing, Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Data Security, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months