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Information Security Courses

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.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity: Overlooked Threats to Your Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Legal Risk, Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Human Factors (Security), Computer Security, Public Safety and National Security, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, Technical Design, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Materials science, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Testing, Physics, Emerging Technologies

    Build toward a degree

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    115 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Getting Started with Microsoft Entra

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Microsoft Azure, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO), User Accounts, Security Controls, Proxy Servers

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Learn about VMware Environments on GCP

    Skills you'll gain: VMware vSAN, vSphere Networking and Storage, vCenter Server, NSX-T Network Virtualization, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Administration, Network Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Banking, Digital Assets, Data Ethics, Payment Systems, Cryptography, Business Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Transaction Processing, Complex Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Data Persistence, Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Hosting, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, Python Programming, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, OS Process Management, File Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Oracle SQL Practice Course

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Oracle SQL Developer, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Management, Software Installation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Deception As a Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Patch Management, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety, Pain Management, Health Care, Clinical Practices, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Science and Research, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Research, Regulatory Compliance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    470 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Scatter Plots, Digital Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    232 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Linux Troubleshooting Course with Real Life Examples

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Performance Tuning, Unix Commands, Virtual Environment, Debugging, Service Management, User Accounts, OS Process Management, Technical Documentation, Scripting, Configuration Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Business Finance, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Small Business Accounting, Business Acumen, Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Business Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity: Overlooked Threats to Your Strategy: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with Microsoft Entra: Whizlabs
  • Learn about VMware Environments on GCP: Board Infinity
  • How to Get Into Blockchain: University of Leeds
  • Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems: EDUCBA
  • Oracle SQL Practice Course: LearnQuest
  • Deception As a Defense: Starweaver
  • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University

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