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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


  • P

    Packt

    Cybersecurity Essentials - From Zero to Secure

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Penetration Testing, Data Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Firewall, Cryptography, Security Controls, Threat Modeling, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Awareness, Mobile Security, Malware Protection, Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Safety Culture, Cyber Risk, Usability, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Strategy, Employee Training, Information Privacy, Network Security, Business Ethics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Protection of Information Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Cryptography, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Security, Network Administration, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Scanning, Authorization (Computing), Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Brute-force attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Firewall, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Campus BBVA

    Cybersecurity for Tech Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Crisis Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Security, Fraud detection, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Payment Systems, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Authentications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    191 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Security Engineering and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, System Configuration, Cryptography, Encryption, Mobile Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Incident Management, Data Management, Auditing, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Metrics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Information Technology and Security Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Security Controls, System Implementation, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Security Management, Security Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data, Security, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Systems Development, Data Security, System Design and Implementation, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Safety and Security, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Computer Literacy, Software Development Tools, Technology Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Protection of Information Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Digital Forensics, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Test Tools, Firewall, OSI Models, Single Sign-On (SSO), Computer Networking, Data Encryption Standard, Cloud Computing, Public Key Infrastructure

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Authentications, Network Protocols

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cybersecurity Essentials - From Zero to Secure: Packt
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace: Macquarie University
  • Protection of Information Assets: Packt
  • Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1: Packt
  • Cybersecurity for Tech Professionals: Campus BBVA
  • Security Engineering and Cryptography: Packt
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 3: Infosec
  • Information Technology and Security Principles: Packt
  • Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization: Codio
  • Data, Security, and Privacy: University of California, Irvine

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