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.

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Technologies, IT Security Architecture, Application Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Cloud Services, Data Security, Docker (Software), Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Containerization, Data Centers, Vulnerability Scanning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Application Security, Security Strategy, Hardening, Microsoft Servers, Data Security, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Patch Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Debugging, DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Software Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Test Automation, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Management, Technical Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Security Strategy, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Metasploit, Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Incident Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Hardening, Security Controls, Penetration Testing, Mobile Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cyber Attacks, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Network Analysis, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

CertNexus
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Human Factors (Security), Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability, Computer Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Security Strategy, Application Design, Computer Programming, Design, Python Programming, Javascript, Design Strategies, JavaScript Frameworks, Node.JS
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Google App Engine, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, DevSecOps, Application Security, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Standards, Security Controls, Security Testing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Multi-Cloud, Containerization, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Supply Chain, Dependency Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Security Engineering, Hardening, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Encryption, System Configuration, Federal Information Security Management Act, Linux, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Cryptography, Key Management, File Systems, Computer Hardware, Package and Software Management
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Azure Active Directory, Brute-force attacks, Email Security, Cloud Storage, Authentications, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, AI Security, LLM Application, Network Security, Security Controls, AI Integrations, Responsible AI, Network Monitoring, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Cyber Risk, Firewall, Network Protocols, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months