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Information Security Courses

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.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft 365, Workflow Management, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, No-Code Development, Process Design, Business Workflow Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Application Development, Data Visualization, Application Design, Data Modeling, Business Process, Data Store, Generative AI Agents

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    CompTIA Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Scenario Testing, Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, Cloud Infrastructure, Information Technology, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Simulations, System Support, General Networking, Cloud Services, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Security, Operating Systems

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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cryptography, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Design, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Web Language, Back-End Web Development, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Data Loss Prevention, Endpoint Security, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Active Directory, Endpoint Detection and Response, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, User Provisioning, Security Controls, Threat Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Governance, Threat Detection, User Accounts

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Scenario Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Attacks, Problem Solving, Simulations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales de ofimática: Microsoft Access

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Access, Relational Databases, Data Entry, Databases, Database Software, Database Design, Database Management, Microsoft Office, Data Access, Query Languages, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unix Commands, grep, Biostatistics, R (Software), Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unix Shell, Unix, Data Science, Data Management, Statistical Methods, Information Management, Command-Line Interface, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Structures, Big Data, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Planning And Design, Cybersecurity, Routing Protocols, Firewall, Network Routing, Network Analysis, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Automation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Wide Area Networks, Servers

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    295 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, User Accounts, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Services, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage

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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • CompTIA Exam Prep: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Automotive Cybersecurity & Vehicle Networks: STARWEAVER
  • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
  • MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator: Packt
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • Competencias digitales de ofimática: Microsoft Access: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Network Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications

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