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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Codio

    Web Technologies and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Angular, OAuth, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Web Components, Data Validation, Unit Testing, Vue.JS, Development Testing, Data Security, Authentications, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Javascript, Security Strategy, Computer Programming

    4.3 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (102) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Personnel & Third-Party Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Security Management, Supplier Management, Risk Analysis, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Risk Mitigation, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence

    4.8 stars, 53 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Designing Information System Security Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Incident Management, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Strategy, Systems Architecture, Security Management, Security Engineering, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture

    4.1 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Fortify Confluence Security

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Vulnerability Scanning, ISO/IEC 27001, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Security, Compliance Auditing, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Computer Security Incident Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Single Sign-On (SSO), Event Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), End User Training and Support

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    Deep Neural Network for Beginners Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Program Development, Python Programming, Network Architecture, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Linear Algebra

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Managing Hybrid Storage, File Services and Network

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Active Directory, Remote Access Systems, Microsoft Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Microsoft Azure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Storage Technologies, Azure Active Directory, Data Storage, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Cloud Storage, Wide Area Networks, File Management, Network Support, File Systems, Network Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Implementing BGP in a Service Provider Network

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Planning And Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Knowledge of Apple Software, File Management, User Accounts

    4.6 stars, 5.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (5.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Scaling & Security

    Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Infrastructure Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Security for Blockchain and DApps

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Application Security, Network Security, Security Architecture Review, IT Security Architecture, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Security Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk

    4.8 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Professional Networking, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Relationship Building, Branding, Web Presence, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness

    4.5 stars, 389 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (389) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Web Technologies and Security: Codio
  • Personnel & Third-Party Security: University of California, Irvine
  • Designing Information System Security Architectures: LearnQuest
  • Fortify Confluence Security: Coursera
  • Deep Neural Network for Beginners Using Python: Packt
  • Managing Hybrid Storage, File Services and Network: Packt
  • Implementing BGP in a Service Provider Network: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
  • Bitcoin Scaling & Security: AI CERTs
  • Security for Blockchain and DApps: LearnQuest

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