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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

    CertNexus

    CSC: Software Security Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Threat Modeling, Human Factors (Security), Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability, Computer Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Programming, Design, Python Programming, Javascript, Design Strategies, JavaScript Frameworks, Node.JS

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Security in Google Cloud en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Development, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Applications, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Virtual Machines, Generative AI Agents, Virtual Networking, Encryption, Security Controls, OAuth, Cloud Computing, Threat Management

    4.6 stars, 87 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    App Deployment, Security & Infrastructure Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Ansible, Docker (Software), Continuous Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, IT Automation, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Application Security, Containerization, Bash (Scripting Language), Continuous Delivery, Devops Tools, Load Balancing, Web Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    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
  • P

    Packt

    Security-Driven Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Authentications, OAuth, Software Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Unified Modeling Language, Application Design, Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO), Security Software, Software Development, Data Validation, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Application Security Program Ignition Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, DevSecOps, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, DevOps, Security Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technology Roadmaps, Risk Management Framework

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center: Vulnerabilities/Misconfigurations

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Threat Detection, Verification And Validation, Issue Tracking, Data Pipelines, Data Import/Export

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Excel Formatting and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integrity, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Security Controls, Data Security, Financial Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Packt

    PostgreSQL 17: Optimizing Performance & Security

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, PL/SQL, SQL, Database Management, Performance Tuning, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, System Monitoring, Data Management, Security Controls, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Safety Culture, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, User Experience, Cyber Attacks, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Usability, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Network Security, Employee Training, Information Privacy, Accountability

    4.9 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Microsoft Azure, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Security Controls, Multi-Cloud, Email Security, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Automation, Query Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technology Solutions, Information Privacy

    4.7 stars, 162 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (162) · 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

  • CSC: Software Security Essentials: CertNexus
  • Security in Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
  • App Deployment, Security & Infrastructure Automation: Packt
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
  • Security-Driven Software Development: Packt
  • Application Security Program Ignition Guide: Packt
  • Security Command Center: Vulnerabilities/Misconfigurations: Google Cloud
  • Excel Formatting and Security: Coursera
  • PostgreSQL 17: Optimizing Performance & Security: Packt
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Workplace: Macquarie University

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