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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Creating a Streaming Data Pipeline With Apache Kafka

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Java, Public Cloud, Cloud API, Network Analysis

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Wireless Networks

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with BSP and Embedded C

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Simulations, Debugging, Systems Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Generative AI: Revolutionizing Business Analysis Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, AI Security, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, AI Workflows, Requirements Elicitation, Workflow Management, Process Optimization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Fundamentals Lab Series

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Data Migration, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), MySQL, Systems Administration, Database Management, Network Security, Resource Management, Performance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, OSI Models, Network Switches, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Network Model

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Manager Toolkit: Learn Key Skills for Management Success

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Time Management, Team Management, Team Building, People Management, Leadership and Management, Teamwork, Delegation Skills, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Conflict Management, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Microservices, Containerization, Cloud Platforms, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Scalability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    A Detailed Guide to the OWASP Top 10

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, Authentications, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Mendix Advanced Workflows and Integrations

    Skills you'll gain: Middleware, Web Services, Data Mapping, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Restful API, Software Technical Review, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), System Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Data Integration, Enterprise Application Management, Software Architecture, Business Process Automation, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Debugging, Application Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    People, Technology and the Future of Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Sustainable Development, Electric Power Systems, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Emerging Technologies, Transportation Operations, Health Equity, Sustainability Standards, Social Sciences, Climate Change Mitigation, Safety and Security, Artificial Intelligence, Infrastructure Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    667 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Creating a Streaming Data Pipeline With Apache Kafka: Google Cloud
  • M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with BSP and Embedded C: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Revolutionizing Business Analysis Techniques: SkillUp
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization: Coursera
  • AWS Fundamentals Lab Series: Amazon Web Services
  • CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Manager Toolkit: Learn Key Skills for Management Success: Coursera
  • Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • A Detailed Guide to the OWASP Top 10: Packt

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