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.

Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Storage Technologies, Data Security, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, AWS CloudFormation, Containerization, Cloud Deployment, Serverless Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Software Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Distributed Computing, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Scalability, Microservices, Cloud Services, Application Design
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authentications, Key Management, Data Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Secure Coding, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, DevSecOps, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Security, Cryptography
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, Oracle Cloud Applications, Metadata Management, Performance Tuning, Data Governance, Application Lifecycle Management, Performance Improvement, Security Controls, Release Management, Semantic Web, Service Level, Data Mapping, Business Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Persistence, Change Control, Change Management, Data Validation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Customer experience improvement, IT Service Management, Service Improvement, Change Control, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Technical Management, Practice Management, Security Management, Technical Services, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Business Relationship Management, Hospitality Services, Continuous Improvement Process, Agile Methodology, Governance, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Malware Protection, IT Security Architecture, Firewall, Computer Security, AI Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Architecture Review, Exploitation techniques, Cloud Security, System Configuration, Cloud Computing, Software As A Service, Cryptography, Authentications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Paid media, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, Client Services, Campaign Management, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Brainstorming, Planning, Visual Storytelling, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Content Creation, Presentations, AI literacy, Communication Planning, Business Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Research, Project Management, Machine Learning
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Linux Administration, Cloud Standards, Cloud Computing Architecture, Docker (Software), Public Cloud, Linux Servers, Containerization, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtual Machines, Linux, Cloud Computing, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Systems Administration, System Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Google Gemini, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Workspace, Google Cloud Platform, Gemini, Generative Model Architectures, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, AI Enablement, AI Security, Agentic Workflows, AI literacy, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Collaboration
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Security, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Authentications, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Digital Transformation, General Networking, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Services, Network Infrastructure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Total Seminars
Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Troubleshooting, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Routers, Network Protocols, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, General Networking, System Configuration, Network Security, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months