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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Master QuickBooks Online and Desktop for Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Reconciliation, Month End Closing, Ledgers (Accounting), Payroll, Payroll Systems, Accounting Software, Payroll Processing, Transaction Processing, Payroll Administration, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Billing & Invoicing, Payroll Reporting, Accruals, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Project Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Finance

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Security, Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Kinesis, Amazon Web Services, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Data Security, Amazon S3, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, AWS CloudFormation, Cloud API, Key Management, Event Monitoring, Microservices, Real Time Data, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, System Configuration, Package and Software Management, Configuration Management, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Edureka

    Cyber Threats and Network Security Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Operating System Administration, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Engineering, Malware Protection, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Network Monitoring, Incident Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    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
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    Packt

    Digital Identity & Security – Introduction to PKI

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Network Security, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Generative Model Architectures, Data Maintenance, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Computer Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Key Management, Kubernetes, Cloud Management, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Hardening, Database Architecture and Administration, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Services, Software As A Service, TCP/IP, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Platforms, Network Security, Performance Tuning, Multi-Cloud, Intrusion Detection and Prevention

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Software-Defined Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, Cyber Security Policies, Configuration Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Data Protection and Security Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Patch Management, Data Security, Cloud Security, Amazon Web Services, Data Governance, Cyber Governance, Cloud Management, Key Management, Encryption, IT Automation, Public Key Infrastructure, Configuration Management

    4.8 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Network Security, Compliance and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Network Troubleshooting, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Amazon Web Services, Security Controls, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Cryptography, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Requirements Analysis, Governance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Master QuickBooks Online and Desktop for Bookkeeping: Packt
  • AWS: Security, Management and Governance: Whizlabs
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Cyber Threats and Network Security Foundations: Edureka
  • PostgreSQL 17: Optimizing Performance & Security: Packt
  • Digital Identity & Security – Introduction to PKI: Packt
  • Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security: Microsoft
  • AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies: Packt
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 3: Pearson

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