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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.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Foundations of Software Architecture and Monolithic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, System Design and Implementation, Service Oriented Architecture, Data Architecture, Systems Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Distributed Computing, Application Deployment, Service Design

    4.3 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    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, Cybersecurity, IBM Cloud, Cloud Platforms, Cryptography, Telecommunications, Network Protocols, Market Opportunities, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Embedded Systems, Cloud Deployment, Software-Defined Networking, Market Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 630 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Azure Infrastructure: Networking & Security

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Load Balancing, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Firewall, Network Administration, Key Management, IT Security Architecture, Virtual Networking, Cloud Security, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Security Controls, General Networking, Network Planning And Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Data Management, Security, and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Management, Salesforce Development, Data Maintenance, Data Security, Information Management, Data Architecture, Data Entry, Data Sharing, Records Management, Data Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Data Quality, Record Keeping, User Provisioning, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Security Controls, User Accounts

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Code Review, Dependency Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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, Data Sharing, Content Creation, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Whizlabs

    Azure: Security Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Security Management, Data Storage, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Firewall, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Key Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection

    4.7 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Advanced Security and Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardening, Network Support, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Technical Support and Services, Computer Networking, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Command-Line Interface, Wireless Networks, Networking Hardware

    4.6 stars, 7 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Windows Server Management and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Group Policy, User Provisioning, Microsoft Servers, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Software Installation, Servers, System Configuration, Encryption, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking

    4.7 stars, 682 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (682) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Google Cloud

    Gemini for Security Engineers

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Disaster Recovery

    4.5 stars, 31 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    End User Security Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Network Security, Human Factors (Security), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Email Security, Wireless Networks

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Foundations of Software Architecture and Monolithic Systems: Packt
  • Industrial IoT Markets and Security: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Azure Infrastructure: Networking & Security: Whizlabs
  • Data Management, Security, and Sharing: Packt
  • Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices: LearnQuest
  • Tecnología musical con software libre: Proyecto final: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Azure: Security Operations Management: Whizlabs
  • Advanced Security and Troubleshooting: Packt
  • Windows Server Management and Security: University of Colorado System
  • Gemini for Security Engineers: Google Cloud

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