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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Wireless Networks
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Amazon Web Services, Self Service Technologies, Usability, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, AI Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, FinTech, Governance, Emerging Technologies, Payment Systems, Transaction Processing, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Cyber Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Ledgers (Accounting), Data Security, Interoperability, Case Studies, Scalability
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Business Strategies, Technical Consulting, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Big Data, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Real Time Data, Network Analysis, SQL
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Risk Management, Incident Response, Threat Management, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, ISO/IEC 27001, Data Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Compliance Management, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Dashboard, Team Management, Project Management, User Accounts, Information Architecture
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Systems Design, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Automation, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, Sales Support, Operations Management, Order Fulfillment
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routing, Containerization, Network Switches, Firewall, Network Protocols
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Development Environment, Software Development Tools, Application Deployment, Transaction Processing, Application Design, Front-End Web Development, Cloud Development, Event-Driven Programming, Development Testing, Javascript
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks