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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.

Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Office of the CISO Institute: Cybersecurity Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Business Continuity, Security Management, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Contingency Planning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Network Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Risk Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cryptography, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Safety Culture, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, User Experience, Cyber Attacks, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Usability, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Network Security, Employee Training, Information Privacy, Accountability

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Computer Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Network Security, Information Privacy, Malware Protection, Email Security, Mitigation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    930 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Cyber Defense Fundamentals: Securing Networks and Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Processing, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Payment Systems, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Merchant Services, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, User Accounts, Infrastructure Security, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, System Configuration, Endpoint Security, Computer Security, Computer Security Incident Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Threat Management, Security Controls, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Email Security, User Accounts, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Loss Prevention, Computer Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Services, General Networking, Linux Commands, Linux, Virtual Machines

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    534 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Basics of Cyber Threat Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technical Communication, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Cybersecurity and Network Defense Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Hardening, Cyber Threat Hunting, Operating System Administration, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Linux Commands, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Operations, Linux, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Operating Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Engineering, Network Administration, Security Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring, Web Applications, Computer Security, Firewall, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Operations, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, TCP/IP, Identity and Access Management, Network Protocols, Event Monitoring, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    737 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Cloud Computing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Office of the CISO Institute: Cybersecurity Essentials: Google
  • Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks: Starweaver
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Cyber Defense Fundamentals: Securing Networks and Systems: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
  • Basics of Cyber Threat Intelligence: Starweaver
  • Cybersecurity and Network Defense Fundamentals: Edureka

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