Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Multiprotocol Label Switching, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Network Engineering, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Social Media, Graphical Tools, Content Creation, Graphics Software, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Brand Marketing, Color Matching, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Branding, Layout Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Web Presence, Video Editing, Editing, Digital Brand Strategy, Professional Development, Customer Engagement, Branding, Portfolio Management, Promotional Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Multiprotocol Label Switching, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Monitoring, Network Routers, Wide Area Networks, Network Routing, Network Protocols, Data Structures, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Deployment, Amazon CloudWatch, Databases, Database Systems, AWS CloudFormation, Relational Databases, Database Administration, Amazon DynamoDB, Application Deployment, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Operational Databases, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Management, Amazon Redshift, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Cloud Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Cloud Deployment, Docker (Software), .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Application Development, C# (Programming Language), Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Scalability, Web Applications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Token Optimization, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Performance Tuning, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Cross Platform Development, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Memory Management, Development Environment, Hardware Architecture, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Data Storage, Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Platforms, Data Storage Technologies, Data Migration, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Virtual Networking, Cloud Storage, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Database Management Systems, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), DevSecOps, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, CI/CD, Continuous Monitoring, Docker (Software), Technical Communication, Containerization, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Restful API, Rust (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Build Tools, Package and Software Management, OS Process Management, Video Game Development, Web Development, Program Development, Programming Principles, Servers, TCP/IP
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Teamwork, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creative Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Innovation, Accountability, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Logical Reasoning, Organizational Skills, Decision Making, Human Resources, Time Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Splunk, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scripting, Servers, Security Controls, Data Pipelines, Dataflow, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, Distributed Computing, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Identity and Access Management, Operating System Administration, Data Management, Configuration Management, Performance Improvement
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months