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.

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Malware Protection, Security Awareness, SQL, Databases
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Key Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Single Sign-On (SSO)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Security Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Encryption, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Incident Management, Infrastructure Security, TCP/IP, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Information Assurance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Algorithms, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Firewall, Key Management, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Network Planning And Design, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Endpoint Security, Hardening, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Data Security, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Management, Email Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Data Loss Prevention, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), IT Automation, Event Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Exploitation techniques, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming, Scripting Languages
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Exploitation techniques, Border Gateway Protocol, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Routing Protocols, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Network Analysis, Cyber Risk, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Docker (Software), Containerization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Cybersecurity, Communication Strategies, Communication, Professional Development, Penetration Testing, Personal Attributes, Empowerment, Stress Management, Composure, Branding, Adaptability, Collaboration, Initiative and Leadership, Negotiation
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, AI Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Email Security, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months