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.

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Cryptography, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods
★ 4.2 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Secure Coding, Threat Detection, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Application Security, Data Security, Encryption, Event Monitoring, Security Testing, Cloud Applications, Data Encryption Standard
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Cryptographic Protocols, General Networking, Cryptography, Computer Networking, Encryption, Web Development, Network Routing, Innovation
★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Threat Management, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Risk Management
★ 4.9 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Whizlabs
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Strategy, Security Management, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Appetite, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Accountability, Performance Metric, Supplier Relationship Management, Proposal Development, Feasibility Studies, Disaster Recovery, Budget Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Encryption, Cryptography, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Network Architecture, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Key Management, Data Encryption Standard, Application Security, Data Security, Information Technology, Cyber Security Strategy, Authentications, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management
★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Risk Mitigation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Computer Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Event Monitoring, Auditing
★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Cyber Attacks, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Risk
★ 4.8 (372) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Governance, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Data Ethics, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness
★ 4.8 (662) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Security Awareness, Computer Security, Agile Methodology, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Network Security, TCP/IP, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Risk Management
★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Incident Management, Security Architecture Review, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Strategy, Systems Architecture, Security Management, Security Engineering, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Awareness, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture
★ 4.1 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, AI Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Governance, Compliance Management, User Provisioning, Authentications, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months