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: Application Security, OAuth, Data Validation, Authentications, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Server Side, Security Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Asset Management, Security Requirements Analysis, Risk Management, Resource Management, Compliance Auditing, Performance Metric
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Information Privacy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Malware Protection, Online Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Awareness, Digital Content, E-Commerce, Web Content, Professional Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
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

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Firewall, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cloud Storage, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

University of Colorado System
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Information Technology, Technology Solutions, IT Infrastructure, Technical Management, Information Systems, Mobile Security, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Transformation, Blockchain, Wireless Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Compliance Auditing, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Data Governance, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Vendor Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks