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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Classification Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Autoencoders, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Graphic Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Network Planning And Design, Identity and Access Management, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Networking, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Firewall, Security Controls, Data Loss Prevention, Application Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, CI/CD, Key Management, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

CertNexus
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Requirements, Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cloud Computing, Process Optimization, User Experience, Customer Service, Big Data, Data Security, Operational Efficiency, Marketing, Data Quality
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Google App Engine, Network Architecture, Service Level, Microservices, CI/CD, Site Reliability Engineering, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, API Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Kubernetes, Restful API, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Computing, Computer Networking
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AWS Kinesis, Apache Kafka, Amazon Redshift, Data Lakes, Real Time Data, Data Management, Apache Hive, Apache Spark, Amazon S3, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Query Languages, Serverless Computing, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Regional Sales, Market Trend, Trend Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Cloud Applications, Restful API, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, OAuth, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Application Deployment, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Python Programming, Cloud Storage, Application Performance Management, Authentications, Web Applications, Data Store, MySQL, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Data Security, Encryption, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Google Cloud Platform, Multi-Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Data Centers
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Debugging, Software Development Tools, Software Engineering Tools, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Google Gemini, Vulnerability Management, AI Security, Infrastructure Security, Interactive Data Visualization, Technical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months