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Information Security Courses

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.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Security - 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Proxy Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Network Troubleshooting, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Infection Control, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Health Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Emergency Response, Health Assessment, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    106 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparação para sua jornada até a certificação Professional Cloud Security Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, DevSecOps, Security Requirements Analysis, User Provisioning, Network Security, Cloud Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Data Loss Prevention, Security Architecture Review, Data Security, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Google Cloud Platform, Firewall, Security Engineering, Security Controls, IT Security Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Standards, Information Technology Operations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Cloud PM 3 of 3: Security, AWS Well-Architected

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Product Management, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Security, Software Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Network Security, Product Management, Identity and Access Management, Technical Support, Product Support, Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center Enterprise の利用を開始する

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Multi-Cloud, Google Cloud Platform, Enterprise Security, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Incident Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Job Skills
    Job Skills
    G

    Google

    Google IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, General Networking, Ruby (Programming Language), Desktop Support, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    214K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Professional Cloud Security Engineer の取得に向けた準備

    Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, DevSecOps, Cloud Security, Network Security, Data Security, Information Assurance, Firewall, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Infrastructure Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Management, Key Management, Security Management, Google Cloud Platform, Continuous Monitoring, Encryption, Security Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    370 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Business Continuity Planning, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, Incident Management, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Security Management, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Assessments, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    208 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Foundations of Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Human Factors (Security)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    724 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    I
    I

    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Security Controls, System Configuration, Generative AI, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Networking in Google Cloud: Network Security - 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations: University of Geneva
  • Preparação para sua jornada até a certificação Professional Cloud Security Engineer: Google Cloud
  • Real-World Cloud PM 3 of 3: Security, AWS Well-Architected: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Security Command Center Enterprise の利用を開始する: Google Cloud
  • Google IT Support: Google
  • Professional Cloud Security Engineer の取得に向けた準備: Google Cloud
  • The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
  • Managing Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks: Kennesaw State University

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