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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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    Coursera

    Evaluate, Create, and Analyze App Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Dependency Analysis, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, DevSecOps, Code Review, Package and Software Management, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Comprehensive Cisco Security Techniques and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Loss Prevention, Network Security, Patch Management, System Configuration, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Authentications, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Application Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Organizational Change, Change Management, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Digital Identity & Security – Introduction to PKI

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Network Security, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Linux Networking and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, Devops Tools, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Ansible, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Operating System Administration, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, System Configuration, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Protocols, Network Security, Hardening

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Cloud Operations, Monitoring, Security, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Site Reliability Engineering, Terraform, Cloud Standards, Cloud Deployment, Multi-Cloud, System Monitoring, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Ansible, IT Automation, Continuous Monitoring, Zero Trust Network Access, Encryption, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Distributed Query Optimization and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Databases, SQL, Data Access, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center Enterprise 시작하기

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Multi-Cloud, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Enterprise Security, Security Controls, Cloud Solutions, Computer Security Incident Management, Risking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    IT Support, Networking and Security Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Architecture, OSI Models, Computer Networking, Computer Hardware, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Database Management, General Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Relational Databases, Computer Systems, Wide Area Networks, Databases, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Architecture, Networking Hardware, IT Service Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mobile Devices, Security, and Operational Procedures

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Mobile Security, Incident Management, Information Technology Operations, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Malware Protection, Operating System Administration, Desktop Support, Email Security, Android (Operating System), Data Maintenance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Peripheral Devices, System Configuration, Apple iOS, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Hardware Troubleshooting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AWS Visualization, Security, and Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Amazon Web Services, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Amazon Redshift, Big Data, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Encryption, Applied Machine Learning, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Key Management, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Integration, Predictive Modeling

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saviynt

    Saviynt Identity Security for AI Age (ISAA)

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Attacks, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, AI Security, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cloud Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Risk, Security Software, Zero Trust Network Access, Endpoint Security, Human Factors (Security), Risk Management, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Evaluate, Create, and Analyze App Security: Coursera
  • Comprehensive Cisco Security Techniques and Automation: Packt
  • Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance: Macquarie University
  • Digital Identity & Security – Introduction to PKI: Packt
  • Advanced Linux Networking and Security: Packt
  • Cloud Operations, Monitoring, Security, and Compliance: IBM
  • Distributed Query Optimization and Security: Johns Hopkins University
  • Security Command Center Enterprise 시작하기: Google Cloud
  • IT Support, Networking and Security Foundations: EDUCBA
  • Mobile Devices, Security, and Operational Procedures: Packt

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