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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.


Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Operating Systems, Computer Literacy, digital literacy, File Management, Data Security, Email Security, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Safety and Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    737 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - 2021

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Hardening, Data Integrity, Security Testing, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Patch Management, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, Extensible Markup Language (XML), System Configuration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Neural Networks and PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Logistic Regression, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Solution Architecture, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Deployment, Amazon S3, Cloud Security, Amazon CloudWatch, Serverless Computing, Amazon DynamoDB, Network Architecture, Scalability, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    292 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Application Development using Microservices and Serverless

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Istio, API Gateway, Restful API, Cloud Computing, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Application Development, Software Architecture, Scalability, Flask (Web Framework)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    397 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Financial Analysis in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Revenue Forecasting, Budget Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Business Intelligence, Power BI, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Cost Management, Spreadsheet Software, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Capital Budgeting

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking 101

    Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Security, Network Routing, Firewall, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Security Software

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, Web Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Research, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Target Audience, Agile Methodology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Oracle SQL Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Query Languages, Data Modeling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Software Installation, System Configuration, Data Management, Computer Hardware, Data Security, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Information Technology Operations, Microsoft Windows, Firewall, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go: Kennesaw State University
  • Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • OWASP Top 10 - 2021: Infosec
  • Introduction to Neural Networks and PyTorch: IBM
  • Exam Prep: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
  • Application Development using Microservices and Serverless : IBM
  • Financial Analysis in Practice: Coursera
  • Networking 101: Google Cloud
  • Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture: California Institute of the Arts

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