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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Secure AI: Threat Model & Test Endpoints

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, AI Security, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, CI/CD, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, DevOps, System Monitoring, Application Security, Continuous Integration, Test Script Development, Endpoint Security, Scripting, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of IT Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Collaborative Software, Computer Literacy, Browser Compatibility, Program Development, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming, Python Programming, System Software, Linux, Application Design, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Software Development

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Cloud Computing Fundamentals on Alibaba Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Load Balancing, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Hosting, Databases, Database Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Public Cloud, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Security, Data Security, Servers, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Storage, Web Servers, Data Storage

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Microsoft Windows, Shell Script, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, IT Automation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    La recherche documentaire

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Science and Research, Document Management, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Query Languages, Database Management, Information Management, Intellectual Property

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

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  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Scripting Languages, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Shell Script, User Accounts, Microsoft Servers, Command-Line Interface, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, Servers, Systems Administration, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Server Administration, Authentications

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Software Development

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Elasticsearch

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Data Mapping, Data Store, Scalability, NoSQL, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Big Data, Software Installation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Codio

    Bash Scripting and System Configuration

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Unix Shell, Ubuntu, Shell Script, Scripting, Unix, Scripting Languages, Unix Commands, Linux, System Configuration, grep, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, File Management, Configuration Management, File I/O

    ★ 2.9 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Data Literacy – What is it and why does it matter?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, digital literacy, Data Ethics, Journalism, Artificial Intelligence, Data Sharing, Analytical Skills, AI literacy, Big Data, Information Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Processing, Data Collection, Social Impact, Machine Learning, Algorithms

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    5S - Become a Certified 5S Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Operational Excellence, Performance Measurement, Performance Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Sustainability Standards, Team Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Cleanliness, Procedure Development, Overcoming Objections, Auditing

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Smart Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI on GCP 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Model Deployment, Unstructured Data, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Cloud API, Model Training, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    ★ 4.5 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Secure AI: Threat Model & Test Endpoints: Coursera
  • Foundations of IT Fundamentals: Packt
  • Cloud Computing Fundamentals on Alibaba Cloud: Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 1: Pearson
  • La recherche documentaire: École Polytechnique
  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Pearson
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 1: Pearson
  • Foundations of Elasticsearch: Packt
  • Bash Scripting and System Configuration: Codio
  • Data Literacy – What is it and why does it matter?: University of Copenhagen

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