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.

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Data Governance, Auditing, Information Assurance, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Authentications, Data Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Awareness, Encryption, Endpoint Security, Information Privacy, Audit Planning, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Federal Information Security Management Act, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, NIST 800-53, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Governance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Regulatory Requirements, Information Systems Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, ISO/IEC 27001, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Credit/Debit Card Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Control, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Performance Metric
★ 4.8 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Risk Analysis, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Incident Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments
★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Email Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Hardening, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, System Configuration, Code Review, Computer Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Skill Valley
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Public Key Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Cryptography, Network Security, Incident Management, Encryption, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Governance, Digital Forensics, Kubernetes, Analytics, Mitigation, Operations Management, Operations, Algorithms
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Security Software, Cyber Risk, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Privacy, Authentications, Network Security, Social Media
★ 4.8 (71) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Cloud Services, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Network Model
★ 4.7 (262) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Information Systems Security, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Security Testing, Security Engineering, Application Security, Asset Protection, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Risk Management, Data Security, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Incident Response, Cryptography, Network Monitoring
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Asset Protection, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Asset Management, Cyber Security Assessment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Project Management
★ 3.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks