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Cryptography Courses

Cryptography courses can help you learn encryption techniques, hashing algorithms, digital signatures, and secure communication protocols. You can build skills in threat modeling, cryptanalysis, and implementing security measures to protect sensitive data. Many courses introduce tools like OpenSSL, GnuPG, and various programming libraries that facilitate secure coding practices and help you apply cryptographic principles in real-world applications.


Popular Cryptography Courses and Certifications


  • 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
  • P

    Packt

    Security Fundamentals and Identity Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Security Controls, Threat Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Cyber Risk, Authorization (Computing)

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

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

    Packt

    Communication and Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Network Security, Encryption, OSI Models, Cryptography, IT Security Architecture, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, General Networking, Communication Systems, Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security

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

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

    University of Colorado System

    Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Key Management, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Email Security, Data Integrity, Authentications

    ★ 3.9 (240) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Security, Incident Response, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Risk Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Business Risk Management, Encryption, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence

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

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

    EDUCBA

    Python Developer: From Basics to Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Structures, Program Development, Software Development, Model Evaluation, Automation, Model Training, Classification Algorithms, Database Application, Plot (Graphics), Python Programming, Algorithms, Software Installation, Code Reusability, Functional Design

    ★ 4.7 (105) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    École Polytechnique

    Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Simulations, Theoretical Computer Science, Physics

    ★ 4.9 (130) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain for Global Commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Financial Inclusion, FinTech, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Digital Transformation, Ledgers (Accounting), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Security, Information Privacy, Transaction Processing, Cost Reduction

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

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

    LearnKartS

    CompTIA Security+ Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Encryption, Cyber Attacks, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Incident Management, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Mobile Security, Network Model, Vulnerability, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning

    ★ 4.6 (50) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Education Software and Technology, Information Privacy, Encryption, Digital pedagogy, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning

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

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

    LearnKartS

    Advanced Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Vulnerability Scanning, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Security Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Email Security, SQL

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

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

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cryptography courses

  • Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in iOS: Infosec
  • Security Fundamentals and Identity Management: Packt
  • Communication and Network Security: Packt
  • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
  • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide: Packt
  • Python Developer: From Basics to Case Studies: EDUCBA
  • Quantum Optics 2 - Two photons and more: École Polytechnique
  • Introduction to Blockchain for Global Commerce: INSEAD
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Preparation: LearnKartS
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy: University of California San Diego

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