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Information Security Courses

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.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Pearson

    CISM Certification Prep: Information Security Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Information Asset Protection and Security Controls Auditing

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • I

    Infosec

    Information Privacy Essentials

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    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 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity for Business

    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 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Network, System, and Application Security Testing

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • T

    The Skill Valley

    IT Security Fundamentals and Cyber Defense

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    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 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Network Security

    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 stars, 262 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

    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

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    Packt

    Foundations of Cybersecurity and Risk Management

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    CISA: Information Systems Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Project Management

    3.7 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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