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: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Malware Protection, Data Security, Technical Support and Services, Encryption, Security Awareness, Authentications, Patch Management, Technical Support, Firewall, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Data Governance, Program Standards, Computer Security
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Strategy, Culture Transformation, Enterprise Security, Cyber Operations, Communication, Business Risk Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Dashboard
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Information Technology, Technology Solutions, Technology Strategies, IT Infrastructure, Data Security, Technical Management, Information Systems, Mobile Security, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Blockchain, Wireless Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Security Requirements Analysis, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, DevSecOps, Cyber Security Strategy, Penetration Testing, Business Risk Management, Compliance Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Security Awareness, Information Systems Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Application Security, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Cyber Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Network Infrastructure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Threat Modeling, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Network Architecture, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Infrastructure, Network Routing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months