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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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    Princeton University

    Algorithms, Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Java

    4.9 stars, 2.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Web Applications, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Security Controls, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Programming Interface (API), Exploitation techniques, Web Servers, Cloud Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Chegg Skills

    Professional Sales Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification, Closing (Sales), Value Propositions, Overcoming Objections, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Sales, Selling Techniques, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, B2B Sales, Negotiation, Business Development, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Communication, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    4.4 stars, 494 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (494) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, DevOps, Test Script Development, Devops Tools, Scripting Languages, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface, File I/O

    4.6 stars, 86 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (86) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Blue Prism

    Blue Prism Foundation Training

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Business Objects Framework, Business Process Automation, Process Flow Diagrams, Automation, Process Design, Workflow Management, Process Management, Process Modeling, Process Development, Business Process, Process Validation, Release Management, Data Analysis

    4.6 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Embedded Linux Development

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Agile Software Development, Linux, Software Testing, Development Testing, Linux Administration, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, System Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, File Systems, Shell Script, Debugging

    4.4 stars, 183 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (183) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disaster Preparedness

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, Stress First Aid, Safety and Security, Emergency Medicine, Public Safety and National Security, Mitigation, Medical Emergency, First Aid, Fire And Life Safety, Resilience, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Injury Prevention, Family Support, Triage, Disabilities, Risk Analysis, Family Planning, Composure

    4.7 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    AI Product Manager Skills for Agile - AI Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Product Roadmaps, Prompt Engineering Tools, Persona (User Experience), Competitive Analysis, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Backlogs, Persona Development, Competitive Intelligence, Market Opportunities, Market Intelligence, Product Management, Product Strategy, Jira (Software), User Story, Market Analysis, Agile Methodology, Product Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Packt

    Oracle BI 12c Foundations: Architecture and Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, System Implementation, Operating System Administration, Oracle Cloud, Software Installation, Enterprise Application Management, Database Administration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Infrastructure Architecture, Application Lifecycle Management, System Configuration, Management Reporting, Server Administration, User Provisioning, Business Reporting, Middleware, Data Management, Business

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Firewall, Hardening, Exploitation techniques, Human Factors (Security), Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for A Better World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Demography, Philanthropy, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Market Trend, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Project Scoping, Trend Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, International Relations, Business Ethics, Case Studies, International Finance, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Algorithms, Part II: Princeton University
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 5: Pearson
  • Professional Sales Strategies: Chegg Skills
  • Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI: Coursera
  • Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Blue Prism Foundation Training: Blue Prism
  • Advanced Embedded Linux Development: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
  • AI Product Manager Skills for Agile - AI Product Management: Packt
  • Oracle BI 12c Foundations: Architecture and Administration: Packt

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