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Cybersecurity Courses

Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

Popular Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Social Media

    ★ 4.9 (66) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • G

    Google

    Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Security Awareness, Data Ethics, Data Security, Technical Communication, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.8 (6.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, DevSecOps, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, Patch Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Incident Management, Responsible AI, DevOps

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Mitigation, Vendor Management, Business Continuity, Risk Control, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Vendor Relationship Management, Compliance Management, Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Management

    ★ 4.7 (347) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Technology Roadmaps, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Computer Security

    ★ 4.7 (634) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, General Networking, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Routing, Threat Detection, Computer Security, Network Administration, Firewall, Endpoint Detection and Response, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Leadership in Cybersecurity Oversight

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Communication Planning, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Strategic Leadership, Technical Communication, Cyber Risk, Strategic Communication, Safety Culture, Security Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Business Leadership, Governance, Cyber Security Policies, IT Management, Communication Strategies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Crisis Management, Culture Transformation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Information Privacy

    ★ 4.7 (372) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Business Continuity Planning, Incident Response, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Risk, Business Continuity, Risk Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Management, Business Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence

    ★ 4.9 (15) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    AI for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, AI Security, Information Systems Security, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Policies, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Malware Protection, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Threat Detection, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Classification Algorithms

    ★ 3 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Computer Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Network Security, Information Privacy, Malware Protection, Email Security, Mitigation

    ★ 4.6 (934) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Foundations of Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Human Factors (Security)

    ★ 4.8 (729) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cybersecurity courses

  • Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone: Kennesaw State University
  • Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs: Google
  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Packt
  • Leadership in Cybersecurity Oversight: STARWEAVER
  • The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools: Board Infinity
  • AI for Cybersecurity: 28DIGITAL

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