Beginner cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security basics, threat detection, risk management, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in vulnerability assessment, secure coding practices, and understanding security policies. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software, showing how these tools are applied to protect systems and data from cyber threats.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Engineering, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Engineering, Cloud Development, Distributed Computing, Cloud Storage, Engineering Software, Extract, Transform, Load, Google Cloud Platform, Software Engineering Tools, Big Data, Software Development, Cloud Computing, Serverless Computing, Data Infrastructure, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Data Pipelines, Command-Line Interface
★ 4.1 (92) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Innovation, Workforce Development, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Blockchain, Workforce Planning, Cyber Attacks, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Change Management
★ 4.5 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Data Security, Cryptography, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Information Assurance, Network Analysis, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Event Monitoring, Data Capture, Continuous Monitoring, Data Integrity
★ 4.9 (68) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Firewall, IT Security Architecture, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Network Protocols, Proxy Servers
★ 4.7 (664) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Frontend Performance, Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Web Development, Security Controls, Content Management, Computing Platforms, Software Installation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), User Accounts
★ 4.3 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, AI Security, Data Persistence, Incident Management, Technical Communication, Risk Analysis
★ 4.8 (19) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Firewall, Incident Response, Network Security, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, System Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Anomaly Detection
★ 4.4 (48) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Governance, Leadership Studies, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Assurance, Leadership, Change Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Organizational Change
★ 4.4 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Network Security, Vulnerability, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Information Systems Security, Data Persistence
★ 4.3 (38) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Linux, Technical Documentation
★ 4.8 (72) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, Linux Administration, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, System Configuration, Software Installation, Virtual Machines
★ 4.3 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Encryption, Technical Writing, Test Tools, Human Factors (Security), Technical Communication
★ 3.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months