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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Networking Hardware, Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Linux, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Network Security, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Linux Administration, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks

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    22K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Business Continuity Planning, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, Incident Management, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Risk Management

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

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    IBM

    Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Security, Virtualization, Operating Systems, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Technology Operations, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Network Support, Cloud Computing, Mac OS, Security Controls, Microsoft Windows, Information Systems Security, System Configuration, Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    293 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Cybersecurity: Risks and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Security Management, Data Security, Malware Protection, Security Controls, Risk Management, Remote Access Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, General Networking, Ruby (Programming Language), Desktop Support, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills

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    215K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Cybersecurity For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Human Factors (Security), Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Risk Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Malware Protection, AI Security, Exploitation techniques, Network Security

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Encryption, Network Security, Cryptography, IT Security Architecture, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Hardening, Data Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cryptographic Protocols, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Attacks, Information Technology, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Technical Support and Services

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Advanced Cybersecurity: Careers & Threats

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Incident Response, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Security, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication, AI Security, Cryptography, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Securing Accounts and Preventing Attacks in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Data Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Network Security, Risk Management, Social Skills, Business Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Networking and Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Data Storage Technologies, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Model, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Planning And Design, Telecommunications, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Wide Area Networks, Command-Line Interface

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    580 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    5G Mobile Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Engineering, Communication Systems, Mobile Security, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Vulnerability Assessments, Distributed Computing, Technology Strategies, Digital Signal Processing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity: IBM
  • Managing Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
  • Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification: IBM
  • Foundations of Cybersecurity: Risks and Protection: John Wiley & Sons
  • Google IT Support: Google
  • Cybersecurity For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project: IBM
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals: IBM
  • Advanced Cybersecurity: Careers & Threats: John Wiley & Sons
  • Securing Accounts and Preventing Attacks in Business: John Wiley & Sons

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