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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.


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Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    Security and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Threat Modeling, NIST 800-53, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    72 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Securing Systems and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Local Area Networks, Firewall, Windows PowerShell, Hardening, Threat Detection, Linux, Penetration Testing, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, System Configuration, IT Automation, Encryption, Network Analysis, Public Key Infrastructure

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Threat Modeling, Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Storage, Zero Trust Network Access, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    A General Approach to Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Threat Management, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cryptography, Encryption

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    238 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, Data Sharing, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Regulatory Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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

  • 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

    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

  • 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

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Cyber Security Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Computer Security, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptographic Protocols, IT Security Architecture, Telecommunications, Network Administration, NIST 800-53, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Encryption, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), IT Management, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Risk Mitigation, Data Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Patch Management, Governance, Vulnerability Management, Data Security, Data Storage, Vendor Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Security and Risk Management: Packt
  • Securing Systems and Networks: Packt
  • Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1: Northeastern University
  • A General Approach to Risk Management: Kennesaw State University
  • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University
  • Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​: ISC2
  • Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1: Packt
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 3: Infosec
  • Security Engineering and Cryptography: Packt
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace: Macquarie University

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