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.

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, AI Integrations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Hunting, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Management, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, AI Product Strategy, Security Software, Generative AI
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: File Management, Firewall, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Hardening, File Systems, OS Process Management, Linux, Authentications, Zero Trust Network Access, Linux Servers, Remote Access Systems, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Network Security, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Operating System Administration, IT Security Architecture
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Azure, Security Software, Cloud Platforms, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Controls, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Security, Data Governance, Infrastructure Security, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, DevSecOps, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cryptography, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Network Security, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Code Review, Dependency Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Restful API, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Middleware, Software Testing, API Design, Azure DevOps, Security Controls, Postman API Platform, API Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Wireless Networks, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Services, Public Cloud, Threat Management, Network Security, Data Storage, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Information Privacy, Data Centers
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Secure Coding, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Solution Design, Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review, Authorization (Computing), Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Contract Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, Cash Flows, General Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Analysis, International Financial Reporting Standards
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Hardening, Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, DevSecOps, Cloud-Native Computing, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Public Key Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Firewall, Continuous Monitoring, Application Security, Containerization
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency, Data Access, Force.com, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Data Security, Data Sharing, Authorization (Computing), No-Code Development, Application Security, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), IT Automation, Identity and Access Management, Automation, Security Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks