CompTIA Security+ courses can help you learn network security, risk management, cryptography, and identity management. You can build skills in threat analysis, incident response, and implementing security controls to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability assessment software, showing how these tools are applied to safeguard networks and data against potential threats.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Graphing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Mapping, Requirements Analysis, Data Wrangling, Storyboarding
★ 4.5 (8.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Network Security, Operating Systems, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Risk Management Framework, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Bash (Scripting Language), Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Debugging, File I/O, Linux, SQL
★ 4.9 (7.4K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Key Management, Linux, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cryptography, Workflow Management, Operating System Administration, Linux Administration, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments
★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, AI Security, Infrastructure Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, AI Integrations, DevSecOps, Enterprise Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Cloud Security, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Hardening, Endpoint Security, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Risk Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Python Programming, Cybersecurity, Programming Principles, File I/O, IT Automation, Data Import/Export, Algorithms, Automation, Program Development, Computer Programming, File Management, Maintainability
★ 4.8 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Cyber Operations, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Shell Script, Windows PowerShell, Cybersecurity, Scripting Languages, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Command-Line Interface, Network Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Security, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Authentications, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Digital Transformation, General Networking, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Services, Network Infrastructure
★ 4.8 (567) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Governance, Data Security, Legal Risk, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Sharing, Child Welfare, Informed Consent, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Scripting Languages
★ 4.7 (371) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Responsible AI, Compliance Management, AI Security, Governance, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Measurement, ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Internal Controls, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Gap Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Policy Development, Risk Control, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Risk Management Framework, Incident Response, Human Factors (Security)
★ 4.7 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Predictive Modeling, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Governance, Threat Modeling, Application Security, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Security Engineering, Blockchain, Machine Learning, Data Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months