Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Data Loss Prevention, Load Balancing, System Monitoring, Prompt Engineering, Network Monitoring, Cloud Computing Architecture, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Security, Network Routing, Cloud Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, Data Security, Generative AI, DevSecOps, Cloud Standards, Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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: Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cyber Security Policies, Verification And Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Hardening, Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Firewall, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Linux Administration, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Authentications, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Identity and Access Management, Firewall, Active Directory, Cloud Security, User Provisioning, Security Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Networking, Kubernetes, Single Sign-On (SSO), User Accounts, Data Security, Data Access, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Malware Protection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Assurance, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management Framework, Event Monitoring, Encryption, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Authentications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), DevSecOps, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Penetration Testing, Firewall, Zero Trust Network Access
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Business Continuity, Cryptography, Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Infrastructure Security, Safety and Security, Identity and Access Management, Governance, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Deployment, Network Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Data Security, Docker (Software), Security Management, AI Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Threat Modeling, Containerization, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Enterprise Security
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months