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.

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Private Cloud, Virtual Machines, Data Centers, Business Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Personalization, Internet Of Things, Customer Engagement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence, Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Generative AI Agents, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Digital Communications, Communication, System Design and Implementation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploitation techniques, Scripting, Brute-force attacks, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Data Persistence, Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Warehousing, Power BI, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Azure, Apache Spark, Database Management, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Data Security, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Linux, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Networking, Network Analysis, Linux Administration, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Application Deployment, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Network Security
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Social Media Content, Facebook, Social Media, Graphic Design, Instagram, Branding, Design, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Billing, Amazon Web Services, Cost Reduction, Amazon S3, Cost Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cost Estimation, Cloud Management, Public Cloud, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Capacity Management, Cloud Services
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Customer Data Management, Excel Formulas, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management, Data Entry, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Service, Data Security, Data Management, Invoicing, User Accounts, Editing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Docker (Software), Development Environment, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, JSON, Network Protocols, Embedded Systems, Authentications, Encryption, Automation, Debugging, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mac OS, Application Lifecycle Management, Endpoint Security, Cloud Deployment, iOS Development, Web Servers, Mobile Development Tools, Single Sign-On (SSO), Test Planning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Target Market, Facebook, Customer Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Business Marketing, Social Media, Content Creation, Business Planning, Drive Engagement
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours