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Network Security Courses

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.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • N

    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Authentications, Application Security, Secure Coding, IT Security Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Security Assessment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), DevSecOps, Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Security Testing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • I

    Infosec

    Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Secure Coding, Encryption, Network Security, Swift Programming, Mobile Security, Application Security, Data Persistence, Data Storage Technologies, Key Management, Data Security, File Systems, Cryptography

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Unlocking Oracle Exadata Database Service in OCI

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Strategic Partnership, Cloud Security, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Security Controls, Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Master Juniper Enterprise Routing and Switching - JNCIS-ENT

    Skills you'll gain: Juniper Network Technologies, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Border Gateway Protocol, Routing Protocols, Network Switches, Network Routing, Local Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Google Cloud SQL: Design, Deploy & Optimize Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Systems, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Database Design, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Database Management Systems, System Configuration, Data Migration, Cloud Deployment, Database Software, Security Controls, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microsoft Azure - Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Storage, Computing Platforms, Azure DevOps, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Microsoft Development Tools, Application Servers, Data Storage Technologies, Model Deployment, Windows PowerShell, Command-Line Interface

    ★ 5 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Docker Networking Fundamentals Training

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Docker (Software), Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Performance Management, Containerization, Application Deployment, General Networking, Hardware Troubleshooting, Security Controls, Scenario Testing, Real Time Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Advanced Virtualization Management and Operations

    Skills you'll gain: vSphere Networking and Storage, Virtual Networking, VMware ESX Servers, vSphere DRS & HA, Storage vMotion, vCenter Server, vCenter Server Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtual Machines, Performance Tuning, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Network Performance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Security, Data Storage Technologies, Hardening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Persistent Data, Monitoring & Cost Optimization in AKS

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Management, Continuous Deployment, Application Lifecycle Management, Capacity Management, Software Versioning, Virtual Networking, API Gateway, Identity and Access Management, Model Deployment, Security Controls, Large Language Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Email Security, Firewall, Algorithms, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    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

    ★ 4.8 (32) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    International Security Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Security Awareness, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Governance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in iOS: Infosec
  • Unlocking Oracle Exadata Database Service in OCI: Coursera
  • Master Juniper Enterprise Routing and Switching - JNCIS-ENT: Packt
  • Google Cloud SQL: Design, Deploy & Optimize Databases: Whizlabs
  • Microsoft Azure - Essentials: EDUCBA
  • Docker Networking Fundamentals Training: Simplilearn
  • Advanced Virtualization Management and Operations: Board Infinity
  • Persistent Data, Monitoring & Cost Optimization in AKS: Packt
  • Cryptography: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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