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: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Endpoint Security, Microsoft Windows, Enterprise Security, Mobile Security, Operating System Administration, Security Management, Android (Operating System), Patch Management, Microsoft Azure, System Monitoring, Azure Active Directory, Vulnerability Management, Apple iOS, Remote Access Systems, Configuration Management, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cloud Solutions, Systems Architecture, Cryptography
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Security, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, Application Security, IT Management, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, OSI Models, Business Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Security, AI Security, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), DevSecOps, Cloud Management, Investigation, Microservices, Site Reliability Engineering, Security Controls, CI/CD, System Monitoring, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Compliance Management, Automation, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Incident Management, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, API Design, Test Automation, Vulnerability Management, Agentic systems, Systems Design, Model Evaluation, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Python Programming, Continuous Deployment, Dependency Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Data Lakes, Cloud Storage, Data Security, Data Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Computing, Big Data, Data Analysis
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Threat Management, Human Factors (Security), Security Controls, Threat Detection, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Incident Response, Enterprise Security, Continuous Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Encryption, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Software-Defined Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), IT Automation, Automation, Event Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Anomaly Detection, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Data Analysis Software, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Network Security, Secure Coding, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Computer Security Incident Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Testing, Control Systems, Information Systems Security, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Risk Analysis, Operational Risk, Data Security, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Operational Databases
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks