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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


  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep SC-401: Microsoft Information Security Admin

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Data Loss Prevention, Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Personally Identifiable Information, Patch Management, Microsoft Azure, Data Governance, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Cloud Security, Information Management, Records Management, Compliance Management, Compliance Auditing, Governance, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Ethical Hacking: Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Social Media

    4.8 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Information Asset Protection and Security Controls Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Data Governance, Auditing, Information Assurance, Identity and Access Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Authentications, Vulnerability Management, Threat Management, Data Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Awareness, Encryption, Information Management, Endpoint Security, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy, Audit Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Information Security Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Compliance Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Analysis, Governance, Cybersecurity, Regulatory Compliance, Security Controls, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Management Reporting, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Network, System, and Application Security Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Email Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Penetration Testing, Hardening, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Controls, Metasploit, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Data Storage, Vulnerability Management, Mobile Security, Computer Networking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Designing Information System Security Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Incident Management, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Strategy, Systems Architecture, Security Management, Security Engineering, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture

    4.1 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Information Security Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Key Management, Asset Protection, Security Awareness, Gap Analysis

    4.6 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Information Security Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Modeling, Security Management, Risk Appetite, Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Mitigation, Threat Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability, Stakeholder Engagement

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    ISC2

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Cloud Services, Data Security, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Cloud Security, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Network Model

    4.7 stars, 261 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Cybersecurity and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Risk Control, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Data Security, Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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