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: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure Architecture, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, System Configuration, Process Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Endpoint Security, Linux, Operating System Administration, Microsoft Windows, Windows PowerShell, Linux Administration, Windows Servers, Operating Systems, Linux Commands, Network Administration, Active Directory, System Monitoring, System Configuration, Network Security, Security Controls, Command-Line Interface, Malware Protection, Service Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Database Systems, IBM DB2, Operational Databases, PostgreSQL, Stored Procedure, Data Storage Technologies, Disaster Recovery, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Performance Tuning, Authentications, User Accounts
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Security Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Security, Network Security, Enterprise Security, Information Assurance, Incident Response, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Data Security, Business Continuity, Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Network Architecture, Telecommunications, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Finance, Inventory Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Portfolio Management, Capital Expenditure, Equities, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Contingency Planning, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, IT Management, System Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Enterprise Security, Compliance Auditing, Security Strategy, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Governance, Security Controls, Organizational Strategy, Patch Management, Continuous Monitoring, Unix, Procedure Development, Incident Response
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Istio, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, OpenShift, Docker (Software), CI/CD, DevOps, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Scalability, Microservices, YAML
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Mobile Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Network Routing, Encryption, Capacity Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Software Design, Software Architecture, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, LLM Application, Application Security, Software Engineering, Debugging, DevSecOps
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months