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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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    University of Michigan

    Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Graphing, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Amazon Bedrock, Agentic systems, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Amazon Web Services, Data Governance, Commercialization, Cost Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Cost Containment, Cost Control, Model Training, Compliance Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

    4.6
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Presentations, Graphic Design

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Foundations of Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Compilation, Data Analysis, Business Metrics, Plan Execution, Business Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Implementation, Continuous Monitoring

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Knowledge Manager 101

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Incident Management, Information Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Event Monitoring, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, Data Management, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Analytics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    CompTIA Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, System Configuration, Computer Hardware, Networking Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Peripheral Devices, System Support, Desktop Support, General Networking

    3.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Red Hat

    Fundamentals of Ansible

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Devops Tools, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), IT Automation, YAML, Automation, DevOps, System Configuration, Configuration Management

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Market Research and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Market Research, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Target Market, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Decision Making, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Threat Management, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Authentications, Network Protocols

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    SAS Programmer

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Statistical Reporting, Data Import/Export, Requirements Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Analysis, Data Access, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Python for Command-and-control, Exfiltration and Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Scripting, IT Automation, Python Programming, Scripting Languages

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

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

  • Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python: University of Michigan
  • Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI: Amazon Web Services
  • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University
  • Business Writing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Business Intelligence: Google
  • Splunk Knowledge Manager 101: Splunk Inc.
  • CompTIA Practice: LearnQuest
  • Fundamentals of Ansible: Red Hat
  • Market Research and Consumer Behavior: IE Business School
  • System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks: Packt

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