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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


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    IBM

    Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Cloud Deployment, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Databases, Web Applications, Authentications, Model View Controller, Application Development, Data Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Responsive Web Design, Content Management

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    348 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005)

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Server Administration, Windows Servers, Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Virtualization, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Remote Access Systems, Security Controls, Networking Hardware, System Support, Computer Hardware, Data Storage, Data Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Shell Script, Unix, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Patch Management, Scripting Languages, Package and Software Management, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, File Systems, File Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Incident Response, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Compliance Management, Accountability, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Informed Consent

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Manage Identities and Governance in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Single Sign-On (SSO), Active Directory, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Data Governance, Cloud Services, User Accounts, Security Controls, Virtual Machines, Self Service Technologies, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Knowledge Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Modeling, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Management, Database Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Mapping, Incident Management, Query Languages, Data Integration, Information Management, Event Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Frontend Performance, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education and Training, Adaptive Equipment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Instructional Design, Visual Impairment Education, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Microsoft Office, Advocacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Intel

    AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Discussion Facilitation, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Business Research, B2B Sales

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    725 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to AI and Machine Learning on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Prompt Engineering, Tensorflow, AI Workflows, Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

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    307 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Administration, Network Performance Management, Local Area Networks, Hardening, Intrusion Detection and Prevention

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Providing Technical Support for AWS Workloads

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Consulting, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Technical Support, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Scenario Testing, System Support, Virtual Networking, Customer Support, Cloud Storage, Data Security, Database Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Cybersecurity Topics

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Operating Systems, Hardening, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, System Programming, Authentications, Data Persistence, Computer Architecture

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Django Application Development with SQL and Databases: IBM
  • CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005): Packt
  • Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job: Packt
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Packt
  • Manage Identities and Governance in Azure: Whizlabs
  • Splunk Knowledge Manager: Splunk Inc.
  • An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • AI Essentials : Intel
  • Introduction to AI and Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course: Packt

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