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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Databases and the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Databases, Management Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Database Systems, Security Awareness, Cloud Platforms, Database Management, Information Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Database Design, Information Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Data Storage

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Infrastructure, Email Security, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy

    ★ 4.6 (295) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Identity and Zero Trust Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Enterprise Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Public Key Infrastructure, Azure Active Directory, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, Active Directory, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Microsoft Azure, AI Security, Key Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Architecture Review, Endpoint Security, Compliance Management, Gap Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Microsoft

    Responsible AI Ethics and Data Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Data Governance, Compliance Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Ethics, AI literacy, Governance, Audit Working Papers, Regulatory Compliance, Internal Auditing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Cloud Security, Policy Development, Stakeholder Management, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Cleansing, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, R (Software), Business Analysis, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, R Programming, Data Science, Data Processing, Big Data, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming

    ★ 4.6 (102K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    IBM

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Plot (Graphics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Science, NumPy, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (62K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    Total Seminars

    Switching IPv6 WAN

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Switches, Wide Area Networks, Network Monitoring, Local Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Routing Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Network Routing, Remote Access Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Cyber Attacks, Data Persistence, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Persistence, Python Programming, Data Access, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.5 (558) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    IT Service Management Excellence – ITIL 4 Foundation Program

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Service Management, Service Improvement, Information Technology Operations, IT Management, Service Level, Information Technology, Continuous Improvement Process, Governance, Problem Management, Asset Management, Configuration Management, Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Business Relationship Management, Customer experience improvement, Incident Management, Application Frameworks, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • S

    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Productivity Software, Microsoft Outlook, File Management, Collaborative Software, Presentations, Microsoft Teams, Google Docs, Calendar Management, Microsoft PowerPoint, Control Panels, Gmail, Slack (Software), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheet Software, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Active Directory, Single Sign-On (SSO), Authorization (Computing), User Provisioning, Microsoft Azure, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, IT Security Architecture, User Accounts, Enterprise Security

    ★ 4.4 (192) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

    Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Hardening, Data Storage, Data Security, Security Controls, Data Storage Technologies, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Information Assurance, Software Installation, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Information Systems Security, Data Management, Enterprise Security, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Computer Hardware

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Databases and the Cloud: Pearson
  • Ethical Hacking: LearnKartS
  • Identity and Zero Trust Architecture: Microsoft
  • Responsible AI Ethics and Data Practice: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Data Science: IBM
  • Applied Data Science: IBM
  • Switching IPv6 WAN: Total Seminars
  • Python for Cybersecurity: Infosec
  • IT Service Management Excellence – ITIL 4 Foundation Program: Packt
  • Office Productivity Software: SkillUp

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