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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Computer Security Incident Management, Hardening, Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Threat Management, Network Security, DevSecOps, Cloud-Native Computing, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Public Key Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Firewall, Containerization

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Linux Networking and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, Devops Tools, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Ansible, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Operating System Administration, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, System Configuration, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Protocols, Network Security, Hardening

    4.8 stars, 10 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Machine Learning and Deep Learning for Software Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Fine-tuning, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Model Optimization, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Scalability, Hugging Face, Docker (Software), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Software Development, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Core Web Application Security Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    ISC2

    ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Malware Protection, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Network Security, Application Security, Asset Management, Cloud Security, OSI Models

    4.7 stars, 313 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (313) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Compliance Training, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Auditing, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Continuous Monitoring, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Vulnerability Assessments

    4.8 stars, 10 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Security Testing, Single Sign-On (SSO), Data Security, Contingency Planning, User Provisioning, Cryptography, Network Security, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Asset Protection, Cloud Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Digital Assets, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management

    4.7 stars, 118 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (118) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Centers, Network Security, Network Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Wide Area Networks, Virtualization, Wireless Networks, Firewall, Event Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardening, IT Security Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Operations

    4.9 stars, 13 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Digital Forensics, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Business Continuity Planning, Cryptography, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Encryption, Incident Management, Network Security, Authentications, Mobile Security, OSI Models, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Risk Analysis

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Routing, Network Devices, and Security

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Encryption, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Administration, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, Patient Safety

    4.8 stars, 477 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (477) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Firewall, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Hardening, File Systems, OS Process Management, Linux, Authentications, Zero Trust Network Access, Linux Servers, Remote Access Systems, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Network Security, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Security Controls, IT Security Architecture

    4.5 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Pearson
  • Advanced Linux Networking and Security: Packt
  • Machine Learning and Deep Learning for Software Engineers: Board Infinity
  • Core Web Application Security Testing: Packt
  • ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP): ISC2
  • Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management: Packt
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP): Infosec
  • Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and Security: Packt
  • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Pearson
  • Routing, Network Devices, and Security: Packt

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