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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


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Distributed Query Optimization and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Development, Database Architecture and Administration, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, Big Data, SQL, Data Access, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Mastering Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux)

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux Administration, Hardening, Linux Commands, Linux, Security Controls, Security Engineering, Authorization (Computing), Containerization, Computer Security, System Configuration, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, Context Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Healthcare Data Security & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Incident Response, Security Controls, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Health Information Management, Data Security, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Cyber Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Data Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Health Technology, Cybersecurity, ISO/IEC 27001, Compliance Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Azure Cloud Security Lab – Ethical Hacking Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Azure Active Directory, Brute-force attacks, Email Security, Cloud Storage, Authentications, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Routing, Network Devices, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Protocols, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Monitoring, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Security Controls, Network Analysis, Authentications, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Agile Software Development with Python: TDD and BDD

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Collaborative Software, Software Development, Development Testing, Test Script Development, Test Case, Python Programming, Cloud Management, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Organizational Change, Change Management, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Trust and Security with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Services, Public Cloud, Threat Management, Network Security, Data Storage, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Information Privacy, Data Centers

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EC-Council

    In the Trenches: Security Operations Center

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Exploitation techniques, Network Monitoring, Anomaly Detection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Security and Privacy in TOR Network

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Hardening, Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Security Controls, Proxy Servers, Information Privacy, Servers, Communication Systems, Web Servers, Network Routing, Network Analysis, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Deployment

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Telemedicine Data Security

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Telehealth, Health Technology, Generative AI, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Security Strategy, Medical Privacy, AI Workflows, Data Security, Analysis, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Mastering Endpoint Security & Threat Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Zero Trust Network Access, Cyber Threat Hunting, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Human Factors (Security), Event Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, System Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Distributed Query Optimization and Security: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mastering Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux): Pearson
  • Healthcare Data Security & Risk Management: Starweaver
  • Azure Cloud Security Lab – Ethical Hacking Essentials: Packt
  • Routing, Network Devices, and Security: Packt
  • Agile Software Development with Python: TDD and BDD: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance: Macquarie University
  • Trust and Security with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • In the Trenches: Security Operations Center : EC-Council
  • Security and Privacy in TOR Network: University of Colorado System

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