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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, iOS Development, JSON, Objective-C (Programming Language), OAuth, Authentications, Mobile Development, Single Sign-On (SSO), Secure Coding, Data Store, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Data Persistence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Business Continuity, Application Security, Disaster Recovery, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Security, Network Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Frameworks, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Risk
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mac OS, Network Security, Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Secure Coding, Data Security, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Web Applications, Web Servers, Information Privacy, SQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Security Engineering, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Real Time Data, Security Strategy, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Data Capture
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Azure DevOps, DevSecOps, Security Controls, Performance Tuning, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Azure, System Monitoring, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring, Personally Identifiable Information, Application Performance Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, General Networking, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Usability, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Threat Modeling, UI/UX Strategy, Interaction Design, Application Security, Authentications, Human Centered Design, Security Strategy, Usability Testing, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Safety Standards, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Threat Management, IT Management, Security Controls, Security Management, Business Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Data Security, Technical Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months