Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, DevOps, Cloud-Native Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure Architecture, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Cloud Storage
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Firewall, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Google Cloud Platform, Network Administration, Command-Line Interface, General Networking, Network Security, Security Controls, Kubernetes
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Design Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Control, Lean Six Sigma, Plot (Graphics), Quality Monitoring, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, R Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dr. Jonathan Reichental
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Management, Governance, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Data Dictionary, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Data Modeling, Data Integrity, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Risk Management, Data Transformation, Regulatory Compliance, Data Science, Data Pipelines, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, TypeScript, Angular, Software Testing, Development Testing, Test Case, Frontend Performance, Software Design, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Application Deployment, Frontend Integration, Enterprise Architecture, User Interface (UI), Application Frameworks, JavaScript Frameworks, Scalability, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Security Requirements Analysis, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Software Design, Security Controls, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Data Security, Network Security, Security Management, Application Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Digital Transformation, Communication, Web Presence, Digital Content, Innovation, Competitive Intelligence, Data Security, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Strategic Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Test Automation, JSON, Security Testing, Authorization (Computing), Java Programming, Scenario Testing, Java, Test Tools, Back-End Web Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Business Risk Management, Management Reporting, Analysis, Technical Communication
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, Data Visualization, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Analytics, Big Data, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Data Ethics, Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Social Media Analytics, Business Transformation, Social Media Campaigns, Return On Investment, Descriptive Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Active Directory, Windows PowerShell, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Test Script Development, Security Testing, API Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cloud Security, Windows Servers, Cyber Security Assessment, Microsoft Servers, IT Automation, Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months