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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.

Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Excel Formulas, Excel Macros, Sales Presentation, Data Import/Export, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Introduction to Back-End Development

    Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), HTML and CSS, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design, Web Development, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Full-Stack Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), General Networking, Back-End Web Development, React.js, Web Servers

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Risk and Security Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Generative AI, Security Strategy, Responsible AI, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Security Architecture Review, Technical Communication, IT Security Architecture, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Regulatory Compliance, Internal Auditing, Stakeholder Management, Policy Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Usable Security

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Security Engineering, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Human Factors, Information Privacy, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, User Interface (UI) Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Centered Design, Design

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    3.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Governance and Compliance Management

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Responsible AI, Compliance Management, AI Security, Governance, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Measurement, ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Internal Controls, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Gap Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Policy Development, Risk Control, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    West Virginia University

    Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Auditing, Loss Prevention, Internal Controls, Financial Controls, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Financial Data, Investigation, Analytics, Specialized Accounting, Big Data, Accounting, Business Ethics, Data Mining, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Smart Grid Technologies with Cloud Computing Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Network Protocols, Electrical Substation, Internet Of Things, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Cloud Management, Network Infrastructure, Interoperability, Operations Support Systems, Wireless Networks, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Power Electronics, Electrical Equipment, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Operational Analysis, Risk Appetite, Risk Mitigation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Market, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Derivatives, Governance

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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, Cyber Governance, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Security, Risk Management, Social Skills, Business Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Business Information Systems Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Business Process Modeling, Security Management, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Information Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, Business Process Management, Enterprise Resource Planning, IT Management, Requirements Analysis, Incident Response, Business Process, Computer Security Incident Management, Database Management Systems, Business Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Facebook Content Creator Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Video Production, Content Scheduling, Meta Ads Manager, Writing, Social Media Analytics, Canva (Software), Facebook, Content Creation, Storytelling, Data-Driven Marketing, Copywriting, Online Advertising, Videography, Persona Development, Photography, Marketing Analytics, Social Media, Content Strategy, ChatGPT

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    ISO 27001 Information Security Compliance Management

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Incident Response, Audit Planning, Incident Management, Security Management, Compliance Auditing, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Auditing, Security Controls, Audit Working Papers, Risk Management Framework, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Auditors Report, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Compliance Management, Internal Auditing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Back-End Development: Meta
  • Risk and Security Strategy: Microsoft
  • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Governance and Compliance Management: Microsoft
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination: West Virginia University
  • Smart Grid Technologies with Cloud Computing Solutions: L&T EduTech
  • Risk Management: New York Institute of Finance
  • Securing Accounts and Preventing Attacks in Business: John Wiley & Sons
  • Business Information Systems Fundamentals: Pearson

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