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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


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    Adobe

    Adobe Photoshop Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Image Quality, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, File Management, Design, Creative Thinking, Color Theory, Storytelling

    3.9 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Top Ten Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Hardening

    4.6 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Foundations of Generative AI in SDLC Training

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Software Development Tools, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Software Development Life Cycle, Application Development, AI Workflows, Application Design, Software Development Methodologies

    4.4 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Earned Value Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Calendar Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Excel, Resource Utilization, Project Controls, Excel Macros, Project Performance, Resource Management, Timelines, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Reporting, Resource Planning, Milestones (Project Management), Scheduling, Cost Management

    4.3 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Encryption, Remote Access Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Group Policy

    4.7 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Defensive Python

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Exploitation techniques

    4.6 stars, 37 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003)

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Management, Security Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cyber Governance, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Network Infrastructure

    4.5 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Ansible for the Absolute Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Infrastructure, Configuration Management, Code Reusability, Data Structures

    4.2 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Incident Response and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Disaster Recovery, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, NIST 800-53, Threat Management, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Scenario Testing

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems

    4.4 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Adobe Photoshop Foundations: Adobe
  • Cloud Top Ten Risks: University of Minnesota
  • Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy: Macquarie University
  • Foundations of Generative AI in SDLC Training: Simplilearn
  • Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced: Packt
  • Network Security Principles: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Defensive Python: Infosec
  • CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003): Packt
  • Ansible for the Absolute Beginners: KodeKloud
  • Incident Response and Risk Management: Packt

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