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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


  • A

    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Threats & Future Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Fraud detection, Security Awareness, Operational Risk, Cyber Governance, Digital Assets, Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, Financial Controls, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cryptographic Protocols, Risk Management Framework, Loss Prevention, Payment Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Knowledge of Apple Software, File Management, User Accounts

    4.6 stars, 5.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (5.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Kubernetes: Security, Scaling, and Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Hardening, Scalability, Cloud-Native Computing, Authorization (Computing), Network Troubleshooting, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Security Architecture Review, Authentications, Application Deployment, Capacity Management, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Azure DevOps, Cloud Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Lab - Security Monitoring with Amazon CloudWatch

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Event Monitoring, System Monitoring, Amazon Web Services, Continuous Monitoring, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Security, Linux Administration, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Cloud Management, Brute-force attacks

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Managing Security & Enrollment with Intune

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Endpoint Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Microsoft Windows, Enterprise Security, Mobile Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Operating System Administration, Security Management, Android (Operating System), Patch Management, Microsoft Azure, System Configuration, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Remote Access Systems, Configuration Management

    4.9 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    AI Risk Management for Security Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Information Assurance, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Security Testing, Security Architecture Review, Risk Control, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Governance, Incident Response, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Enterprise Architecture, Penetration Testing, Supplier Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Risk Appetite, Business Continuity Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Contingency Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, Data Centers, Incident Management, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Configuration Management, Change Control, Digital Forensics, Scenario Testing

    4.8 stars, 6 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    systemd, Containers & Linux Security

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Linux Administration, Containerization, Firewall, Linux Servers, Cryptography, Linux, Operating System Administration, Cryptographic Protocols, Hardening, Application Deployment, Computer Security, Security Controls, Linux Commands, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, System Monitoring, Security Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Linux Networking, Security, and Automation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Firewall, Systems Administration, Disaster Recovery, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, Network Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Scripting Languages, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), System Support

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technology Solutions, Information Privacy

    4.7 stars, 162 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (162) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Data Management, Governance, Security & Ethics Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Management, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Data Strategy, Information Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Literacy, Governance, Data Security, Data Maintenance, Information Privacy, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Records Management, Security Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Program Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Excel Formatting and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integrity, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Security Controls, Data Security, Financial Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Bitcoin Threats & Future Security: AI CERTs
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
  • Advanced Kubernetes: Security, Scaling, and Operations: Packt
  • Lab - Security Monitoring with Amazon CloudWatch: Amazon Web Services
  • Managing Security & Enrollment with Intune: Packt
  • AI Risk Management for Security Managers: Total Seminars
  • CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations: Infosec
  • systemd, Containers & Linux Security: Total Seminars
  • Linux Networking, Security, and Automation Essentials: Packt
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future: University of Colorado System

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