Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Predictive Analytics, Rmarkdown, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, digital literacy, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Analysis, Healthcare Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, AI Security, Business Planning, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Business Ethics, Data Governance, Content Creation, Customer Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Windows Servers, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Capacity Management, Microsoft Servers, Remote Access Systems, Network Performance Management
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Solution Architecture, Data Governance, Data Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, System Monitoring, Information Management, User Provisioning, Authorization (Computing), Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Authentications, Application Performance Management, Key Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, General Networking, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, Student Engagement, Network Protocols, Education and Training, Video Editing, Pedagogy, Culture, Multimedia, Lecturing, Instructional Strategies, Creative Design, Cultural Diversity, Human Development, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Tensorflow, Network Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Business Process Automation, Automation, Robotic Process Automation, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, AI Security, Accountability, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Generative AI, Interaction Design, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Deep Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Amazon Web Services, Customer Communications Management, Customer Support, Systems Integration, Security Controls, Service Management, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Scalability, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data Migration, Transaction Processing, Data Transformation, Scripting, Anomaly Detection, Record Keeping, Sampling (Statistics), Cryptography, Reconciliation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks