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.

Johns Hopkins University
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

Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Anomaly Detection, Model Deployment, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, System Design and Implementation, Digital Communications, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Computing, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Google Cloud Platform, System Configuration, Configuration Management
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Database Management Systems, Public Cloud, Cloud Security, Data Import/Export, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Cloud Platforms, Data Mapping, User Provisioning, Security Management, Data Storage Technologies, Security Controls, Enterprise Architecture, Multi-Factor Authentication, Event Monitoring
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Metasploit, Cyber Attacks, Exploit development, Application Security, Security Testing, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Hardening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Systems Architecture, Security Controls, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Computer Security, Data Security, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Data Integrity
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: File Management, Remote Access Systems, Public Key Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardening, Computer Networking, Virtual Networking, Key Management, Active Directory, Firewall, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, Server Administration, Systems Administration, Administration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Authentications, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Management, User Provisioning, Information Systems Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Security, User Accounts, Multi-Factor Authentication, Threat Detection, Public Key Infrastructure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Network Troubleshooting, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Amazon Web Services, Security Controls, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Cryptography, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Requirements Analysis, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Architecture Review, Security Controls, Software Testing, Security Management, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, System Monitoring, Internet Of Things, Network Monitoring, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Authorization (Computing), Wireless Networks, Authentications, Data Storage, Patch Management, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Architecture, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Internet Of Things, Encryption, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cryptography, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks