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.

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Terraform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Network Planning And Design
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Hardening, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Multi-Factor Authentication, System Configuration, Scripting, Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Scripting Languages, Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Data Security, Encryption, Security Controls, Network Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, CI/CD, Key Management, Firewall, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Responsible AI, Governance, Data Management, Generative AI, Metadata Management, AI Security, Data Quality, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Benchmarking, Data Security, SQL, Quality Assurance and Control
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Security, Security Awareness, Remote Access Systems, Mobile Security, Malware Protection, Human Factors (Security), Email Security, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, AI Security, Gemini, AI Enablement, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Model Evaluation, AI Workflows, Workplace inclusivity, Social Impact, Operational Efficiency, Human Factors, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Data Security, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Federal Information Security Management Act, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Computer Security, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Network Security, Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Network Planning And Design, Identity and Access Management, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Networking, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Firewall, Security Controls, Data Loss Prevention, Application Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, CI/CD, Key Management, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Business Logic, Application Development, C# (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Vulnerability, System Monitoring, Analysis, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Bash (Scripting Language), Python Programming, Scripting, Linux, Scripting Languages
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Leadership, Influencing, Business Leadership, Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Matrix Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Empowerment, Communication Strategies, Composure, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks