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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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Data Center Security Management with Microsoft System Center

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Data Centers, Computer Security Incident Management, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Microsoft Servers, IT Security Architecture, Information Technology Operations, Security Management, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Windows Servers, IT Infrastructure, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Testing

    4.9 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Identity and Access Management, Proxy Servers, Network Administration, Threat Detection, Virtual Networking, Cyber Security Policies

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CertNexus

    Internet of Things (IoT) Security (Exam ITS-110)

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, System Monitoring, Internet Of Things, Network Monitoring, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Authorization (Computing), Wireless Networks, Authentications, Data Storage, Patch Management, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    4.5 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Policies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Event Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance, Compliance Management, Cyber Operations, Risk Management, Risk Control

    4.7 stars, 32 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (32) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Cloud Security Essentials: AWS, Azure, GCP Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Encryption, Network Security, Cloud Platforms, AI Security, Identity and Access Management, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Management, Zero Trust Network Access, IT Security Architecture, Data Security, Multi-Cloud, Data Storage, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Microsoft Azure, Data Encryption Standard

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Data Quality, Security, and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Strategy, Data Migration, Correlation Analysis, Security Controls, Data Quality, Data Infrastructure, Metadata Management, SQL, Data Integrity, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Security, Data Validation, Data Pipelines, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Statistical Analysis, Auditing, Root Cause Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 7

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Computer Security Incident Management, Kubernetes, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Event Monitoring, System Monitoring, Hardening, Containerization, Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Standards, Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Network Security

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Data Centers, Security Management, Risk Management Framework

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Applications, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Secure Coding, DevSecOps, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Data Security, Cloud Deployment, User Provisioning, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Software Quality Assurance, Threat Management, Single Sign-On (SSO), Authentications, Functional Testing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Enhancing Mac Security: Strategies for Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Mac OS, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Malware Protection, Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Knowledge of Apple Software, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Network Protocols, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 7

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Investigation, Business Continuity, Contingency Planning, Cybersecurity, Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Prioritization, Resource Planning, Business Analysis, Data Loss Prevention, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    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

  • Data Center Security Management with Microsoft System Center: EDUCBA
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Network Security: Google Cloud
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Security (Exam ITS-110): CertNexus
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance: Macquarie University
  • Cloud Security Essentials: AWS, Azure, GCP Protection: Packt
  • SQL Data Quality, Security, and Governance: Coursera
  • Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS): Unit 7: Pearson
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 5: Pearson
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 3: Pearson
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 4: Pearson

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