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.

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Desktop Support, Hardware Architecture, TCP/IP, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, USB, Networking Hardware
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Terraform, Managed Services, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Load Balancing, Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Network Security, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Cloud Computing Architecture, Google App Engine, Big Data, Application Programming Interface (API), Cost Management, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Cloud Applications, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Looker (Software), Organizational Change, Information Technology Operations, Cost Control
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Data Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, Key Management, Encryption, Software Installation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Cloud Security, General Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: NSX-T Network Virtualization, Virtual Networking, vSphere Networking and Storage, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Cloud Management, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Software-Defined Networking, Public Cloud, Firewall, Data Centers, IT Automation, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Security, Network Planning And Design, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Graph Theory, Telecommunications, Software-Defined Networking, Algorithms, System Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, Generative AI, AI Security, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Enterprise Security, Research Reports
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Sociology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Research, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Security, Data Presentation, User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Technical Communication, Cybersecurity, Healthcare Ethics, Usability, Statistical Reporting, Human Centered Design, Authentications, Data Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Responsible AI, Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Network Security, General Networking, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Architecture, System Configuration, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, System Monitoring, Scalability, Hugging Face, Cloud Deployment, Performance Tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Prompt Engineering, Transfer Learning, AI Security, Applied Machine Learning, Application Security, Artificial Intelligence, API Design, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks