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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.


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Popular Software 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, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Development, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Private Cloud, Security Awareness, Data Centers, Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Service Level

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Automated Cyber Security Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), IT Automation, Automation, Event Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Data Analysis Software, Risk Management Framework

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Tecnología musical con software libre: Proyecto final

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Content Creation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    The Security Consultant's Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Risk Management, Consulting, Risk Management, Investigation, Business Consulting, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Crisis Management, Enterprise Security, Threat Management, Compliance Management, Entrepreneurship, Safety and Security, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows PowerShell, Windows Servers, File Systems, System Software, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Active Directory, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Containerization, User Accounts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Digital Forensics, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Business Continuity Planning, Cryptography, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Encryption, Network Security, Authentications, Mobile Security, OSI Models, System Monitoring, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Software Quality Control and Management Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Scaled Agile Framework, Software Testing, DevOps, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Application Security, DevSecOps, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Selenium (Software), Cybersecurity, Mobile Development Tools, Waterfall Methodology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Scrum Advanced - Software Development and Program Management

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Scalability, Coordinating, Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Influencing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Cryptography, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, User Provisioning, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, ISO/IEC 27001, Information Systems Security, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, DevSecOps, Risk Management, OAuth, Data Management, Software Development Methodologies, Cybersecurity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    145 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Designing Information System Security Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Secure Coding, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Strategy, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Awareness, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Risk Management Framework, Disaster Recovery, Security Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Threats & Future Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Cloud Operations, Monitoring, Security, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing, Site Reliability Engineering, Terraform, Multi-Cloud, System Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Ansible, Continuous Monitoring, Zero Trust Network Access, Encryption, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Pearson
  • Automated Cyber Security Incident Response: EDUCBA
  • Tecnología musical con software libre: Proyecto final: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Security Consultant's Handbook: Packt
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
  • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Pearson
  • Software Quality Control and Management Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Scrum Advanced - Software Development and Program Management: Packt
  • CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional: Packt
  • Designing Information System Security Architectures: LearnQuest

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