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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Theory, MongoDB, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Unified Modeling Language, SQL, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning, Diagram Design, Software Architecture, Conceptual Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Storyboarding, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Persistence, Professionalism, Creativity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, File Management, YAML, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps, Configuration Management, Data Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Application Deployment, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Servers, Servers, Network Model, Network Routing, Network Analysis
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, System Monitoring, Compliance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Teams, Security Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Assets, Asset Management, Metadata Management, Cloud Deployment, Content Management, Workflow Management, Data Management, Information Management, Digital Content, Data Architecture, Information Architecture, Brand Management, Technical Services, Enterprise Architecture, Software As A Service, Benchmarking, Vendor Management, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Authorization (Computing), Firewall, Application Deployment, Load Balancing, Web Applications, Mobile Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Linux Administration, System Monitoring, Linux Commands, Performance Tuning, Linux, Systems Administration, File Management, Network Troubleshooting, Unix Commands, Debugging, Service Management, User Accounts, OS Process Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Group Policy, Microsoft Azure, Windows PowerShell, Collaborative Software, Identity and Access Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Performance Management, Azure Active Directory, User Provisioning, User Accounts, Data Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Distributed Computing, Security Engineering, Network Security, Scalability, Cryptography, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud API, Cloud Services
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Analytics, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Collection, Data Visualization, Regulatory Compliance
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks