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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


  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Fundamentals of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Design Software, Conceptual Design, Design Reviews, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Storytelling, Design Strategies, Image Analysis, Creative Thinking, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (18K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, CI/CD, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Continuous Integration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in C++

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, C and C++, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Exploit development, C (Programming Language), Security Software, Debugging, Security Engineering, Security Testing, Interoperability, Unix, Embedded Software, Information Systems Security, OS Process Management, Embedded Systems, Programming Principles

    2.7 stars, 36 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 2.7 (36) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, IT Automation, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Information Management, Systems Integration, Interoperability, Information Systems Security, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Systems Design

    4.5 stars, 42 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Getting started with Flutter Development

    Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, Cloud Development, Google Cloud Platform, Development Environment, Package and Software Management, Application Frameworks, Web Development, Network Security

    4.2 stars, 183 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.2 (183) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    CISSP Crash Course

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Security Strategy, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Security Architecture Review, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Software Development, Network Security, Risk Management, Data Security, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Authorization (Computing)

    4.1 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Advanced Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Infrastructure, Email Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Security Testing, Hardening, Cloud-Native Computing, Database Application, Zero Trust Network Access, SQL

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    UI / UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Mockups, User Experience Design, UI/UX Strategy, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Adobe XD, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Web Design and Development, Layout Design, Usability, User Research

    4.7 stars, 8.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (8.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Compute Engine en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Google App Engine, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Load Balancing, Cloud Applications, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Microservices, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Security, Containerization, CI/CD, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing Architecture

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python 3 Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Software Design, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Data Processing, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Program Development, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Wrangling, Restful API, Image Analysis, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Computer Programming

    4.8 stars, 23K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (23K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Encryption, Technical Writing, Test Tools, Human Factors (Security), Technical Communication

    4 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Exploiting and Securing AI/MCP Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Model Context Protocol, AI Integrations, Threat Modeling, Anthropic Claude, LLM Application, Security Architecture Review, Security Testing, Hardening, Tool Calling, Penetration Testing, Prompt Engineering, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques, Systems Architecture, System Configuration, Server Side, Python Programming, Servers, Security Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine en Español: Google Cloud
  • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
  • Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation: LearnQuest
  • Getting started with Flutter Development: Google Cloud
  • CISSP Crash Course: Packt
  • Advanced Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity: LearnKartS
  • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Architecting with Google Compute Engine en Español: Google Cloud
  • Python 3 Programming: University of Michigan

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