Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Istio, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, NoSQL, Bash (Scripting Language), MongoDB, Restful API, Shell Script, Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, Git (Version Control System), Grafana, Microservices, Data Import/Export, Python Programming
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Tableau Software, Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Linux Administration, Network Security, Network Protocols, Linux Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Security, Responsible AI, Cyber Attacks
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Hibernate (Java), Database Design, Responsive Web Design, Docker (Software), Containerization, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), CI/CD, Restful API, Java Programming, Model Deployment, Engineering Software, Version Control, Database Management, Software Design
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Endpoint Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, AI Security, Security Engineering, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Mobile Security, ChatGPT
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, AI Security, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, Test Automation, AI Product Strategy, Software Development, DevSecOps, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JUnit, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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

Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Application Security, Software Documentation, Vulnerability Scanning
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Authentications, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), NIST 800-53, Identity and Access Management
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