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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.


Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Codio

    Data Security for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Security, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Key Management, Identity and Access Management, Web Development, Application Security, Web Applications, Data Integrity, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Strategy

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Secure AI Systems Across Lifecycle Stages

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Secure Coding, Security Testing, Threat Management, Model Deployment, Data Security, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Lifecycle Management, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Zero Trust Network Access, Linux Administration, Network Security, Computer Security, Security Strategy, Remote Access Systems, Linux, Security Controls, Network Administration, Security Software, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Authentications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Software Design Threats and Mitigations

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Design, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Threat Management, Software Visualization, Exploitation techniques, Cryptography, Blockchain, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

    ★ 4.6 (94) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Hardening, Linux, Linux Commands, Application Security, Operating System Administration, Security Software, Security Controls, Service Management, Patch Management, Systems Administration, Information Systems Security, Package and Software Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Application Security Program Ignition Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, DevOps, Security Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Roadmaps, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Attacks, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing, Threat Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Cloud Deployment, Application Security, Infrastructure Security

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Secure Coding, Encryption, Network Security, Swift Programming, Mobile Security, Application Security, Data Persistence, Key Management, Data Security, Cryptography, Data Storage

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud Security Scanner: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Google App Engine, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Secure Coding and Input Validation in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Swift Programming, Mobile Security, Mobile Development, Secure Coding, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, IT Security Architecture, Application Security, Data Validation, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Cryptography, Network Security, and Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Application Security, OSI Models, Cryptography, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Endpoint Security, General Networking, Security Controls, Malware Protection, Cloud Computing, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    iOS Access Control & Protecting Software & System Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Vulnerability Assessments, iOS Development, Software Testing, Development Testing, Authentications, Unit Testing, Application Security, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Knowledge of Apple Software, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Verification And Validation, Debugging, Multi-Factor Authentication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Data Security for Web Developers: Codio
  • Secure AI Systems Across Lifecycle Stages: Coursera
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Software Design Threats and Mitigations: University of Colorado System
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Application Security Program Ignition Guide: Packt
  • Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management: Packt
  • Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in iOS: Infosec
  • Cloud Security Scanner: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Secure Coding and Input Validation in iOS: Infosec

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