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Beginner Cybersecurity Courses

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.

Popular Beginner Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Infosec

    NIST 800-171

    Skills you'll gain: NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Computer Security Awareness Training, Document Management, System Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Cryptography, Encryption

    4.6 stars, 55 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (55) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Data Security

    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 stars, 68 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (68) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

    Introduction to Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Digital Assets, Asset Protection, Supply Chain, Data Security, Supply Chain Management, FinTech, Asset Management, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Security Awareness, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Ledgers (Accounting), Security Controls, Securities (Finance), Cryptography, Risk Management, Business

    4.6 stars, 219 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (219) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Adobe Illustrator Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Color Matching, Graphics Software, Creative Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Data Import/Export, Typography, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Adobe Creative Cloud, Digital Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Cloud Platforms, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Telecommunications, Cloud Technologies, Interoperability, Cybersecurity, Cloud-Based Integration

    4.5 stars, 127 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (127) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Cyber Attacks, Data Loss Prevention, Security Controls, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Risk Management Framework

    4.7 stars, 73 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (73) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Securing Systems and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Local Area Networks, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security, Linux Commands, Windows PowerShell, Security Controls, Hardening, Vulnerability Scanning, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Linux, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Analysis

    4.4 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, User Provisioning, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Cloud Applications, Email Automation, Account Management, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Management

    3.8 stars, 48 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Digital Forensics, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Investigation, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Mobile Development, Cyber Security Policies, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Threat Modeling, Data Security, Cyber Governance, Machine Learning Methods, iOS Development, Application Security, Digital Analysis

    4.5 stars, 56 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (56) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Taxation of Multinationals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Laws, Tax, Tax Management, Tax Compliance, International Finance

    4.8 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Generative AI Images

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality, Data Import/Export, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphics Software, Graphic Design

    4.8 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (56) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Networking, Records Management, Record Keeping

    4.9 stars, 60 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (60) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner cybersecurity courses

  • NIST 800-171: Infosec
  • Data Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Introduction to Blockchain: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
  • Adobe Illustrator Essentials: Skillshare
  • M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy: Coursera
  • Securing Systems and Networks: Packt
  • Salesforce Introduction: LearnKartS
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Forensics: Macquarie University
  • Taxation of Multinationals for Everyone: Universiteit Leiden

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