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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Security Awareness, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Centers, Data Management, IT Security Architecture, Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Security Engineering, Cyber Risk, Service Level

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Generative AI, DevSecOps, Cloud Standards, Cloud Storage, Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform

    ★ 4.5 (426) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • F

    Fortinet, Inc.

    Network Security Support Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Network Support, Network Troubleshooting, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Technical Support and Services, Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, System Monitoring, Authentications, Performance Tuning, Security Software, System Configuration, Cybersecurity, Memory Management, Malware Protection

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

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot for Security

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Copilot, AI Integrations, AI Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Generative AI

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

  • I

    Infosec

    JavaScript Security Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Web Applications, Javascript, Web Development, Node.JS, Java Programming

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

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Exploit development, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Metasploit, Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Policies

    ★ 4 (600) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Scaling & Security

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Scalability, Blockchain, Scripting, Program Development, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Payment Systems, Transaction Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Industrial IoT Markets and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, Infrastructure Security, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, IBM Cloud, Computing Platforms, Cloud Platforms, Cryptography, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Network Protocols, Market Opportunities, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Endpoint Security

    ★ 4.7 (626) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Harden Workspace Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Single Sign-On (SSO), Threat Management, Security Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, User Provisioning, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Event Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Application Management, IT Automation, Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Computer Security, 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

    ★ 4.6 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Security Solutions Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Endpoint Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft 365 Security: Identity, Compliance & Trust

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Pearson
  • Google Cloud Cybersecurity: Google Cloud
  • Network Security Support Engineer: Fortinet, Inc.
  • Microsoft Copilot for Security: Microsoft
  • JavaScript Security Part 1: Infosec
  • Fundamentals of Computer Network Security: University of Colorado System
  • Bitcoin Scaling & Security: AI CERTs
  • Industrial IoT Markets and Security: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Harden Workspace Security: Coursera
  • Security and Ethical Hacking: University of Colorado Boulder

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