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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


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    EDUCBA

    Python Cryptography: Build & Explore Classical Ciphers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Scripting, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Build Distributed Storage with GlusterFS on Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Servers, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Virtual Machines, Distributed Computing, Linux, Performance Tuning, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Data Storage, File Systems, Servers, System Support, Data Storage Technologies, Software Installation, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Exploitation techniques, Encryption

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Foundational Health Informatics and Marketspace

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Interoperability, Information Systems Security, Integration Testing, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Systems Design, Analytics, Real Time Data

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Responsible AI for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Google Cloud Platform, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Cloud Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Safety and Security, Machine Learning, Data Governance, Machine Learning Methods, Encryption, Data Quality, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Microsoft Office, Customer experience improvement, Business Process Automation, Compliance Management, Sales Process, Customer Service, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Elastic Google Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Terraform, Load Balancing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing, Managed Services, Solution Architecture, IT Automation, Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptography, Network Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response

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    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Azure Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Network Security, Network Routing, Load Balancing, Application Deployment, Operating System Administration, Identity and Access Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Hardware and Operating System Foundations III

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, System Configuration, Firewall, Linux, System Monitoring, System Support, Authorization (Computing), File Management, Network Security, Data Security

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing Architecture, Big Data, Wireless Networks, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Internet Of Things, Live Streaming, Cloud Platforms, Analytics, Real Time Data, Telecommunications, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Python Cryptography: Build & Explore Classical Ciphers: EDUCBA
  • Build Distributed Storage with GlusterFS on Linux: Packt
  • Introduction to Cyber Attacks: New York University
  • Foundational Health Informatics and Marketspace: Illinois Tech
  • Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation: LearnQuest
  • Responsible AI for Developers: Google Cloud
  • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
  • Elastic Google Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks: Starweaver
  • Azure Cloud Services: Microsoft

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