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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of London

    Master of Science in Cyber Security

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, OSI Models, Human Factors (Security), Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Governance, Application Security, Computer Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Business Continuity Planning, Digital Forensics, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Data Collection, Research Methodologies

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job Ready
    Job Ready
  • C

    Coursera

    Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM)

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, User Provisioning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Platforms, Command-Line Interface

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Linux Administration, File Systems, OS Process Management, Linux, Linux Servers, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Linux Commands, Security Controls, Data Loss Prevention, Operating System Administration, Information Systems Security, Hardening, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Storage, Event Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    AWS Security, Logging & DevOps for Data Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Engineering, Devops Tools, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Software Development Tools, Data Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Management, Data Loss Prevention, System Monitoring, Model Deployment, AI Integrations, Multi-Factor Authentication, Key Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Computer Security, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (384) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    The Beginners Cyber Security Awareness Training Course

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Email Security, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Threat Detection, Multi-Factor Authentication, Internet Of Things, Information Privacy, Network Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Authentications, Data Security, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Standards, Cyber Risk

    ★ 4.5 (6) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    GraphQL API Development: Schema Design,Security & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Database Development, Maintainability, Dataflow, Application Deployment, Server Side, Web Applications, Authentications, Authorization (Computing)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    CertNexus

    Internet of Things (IoT) Security (Exam ITS-110)

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, System Monitoring, Internet Of Things, Network Monitoring, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Authorization (Computing), Wireless Networks, Authentications, Data Storage, Patch Management, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    ★ 4.5 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    MS Teams – Security, Compliance, and Advanced Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Data Loss Prevention, Data Governance, Compliance Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Windows PowerShell, Enterprise Application Management, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, System Monitoring, System Configuration, Information Assurance, Event Monitoring, Legal Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep SC-900: Microsoft Certified Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, DevSecOps, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cloud Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Zero Trust Network Access, Data Governance, Active Directory, Endpoint Security, Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Enterprise Security, Operations

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Cyber Security Projects for Your Dream Job

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, AI Integrations, ChatGPT, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), General Networking, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Automation, Cloud Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Master of Science in Cyber Security: University of London
  • Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM): Coursera
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4: Pearson
  • AWS Security, Logging & DevOps for Data Engineers: LearnKartS
  • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
  • The Beginners Cyber Security Awareness Training Course: Packt
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 6: Pearson
  • GraphQL API Development: Schema Design,Security & Deployment: Board Infinity
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Security (Exam ITS-110): CertNexus
  • MS Teams – Security, Compliance, and Advanced Administration: Packt

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