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.

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, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Operating System Administration, IT Security Architecture
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Hardening, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Hardware Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Multi-Factor Authentication, Key Management, Wireless Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Security, AI Security, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), DevSecOps, Cloud Management, Security Architecture Review, Microservices, Site Reliability Engineering, Security Controls, CI/CD, System Monitoring, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Compliance Management, Automation, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Incident Management, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Financial Regulation, Financial Regulations, Bank Regulations, FinTech, Financial Services, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Mobile Banking, Regulatory Requirements, Financial Controls, Fraud detection, Loss Prevention, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Insurance, Blockchain, Information Privacy, Security Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Software, AI Security, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Enterprise Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Malware Protection, AI Integrations, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Cloud Standards, Cloud Applications, Data Security, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Application Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Encryption, Incident Management, Security Management, Firewall
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, AI Security, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Generative AI, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Security Engineering, Threat Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Network Administration, General Networking, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Security Controls, Cryptography, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Authentications, Network Routing, Software As A Service
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Virtualization, Computing Platforms, Network Troubleshooting, Network Support, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Local Area Networks, Information Technology Operations, Firewall, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Systems Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months