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.

Skills you'll gain: IT Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Governance, Enterprise Security, Human Factors (Security)
★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Authentications, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Human Factors (Security), NIST 800-53
★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Penetration Testing, Data Security, Firewall, Cryptography, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Awareness, Security Software, Mobile Security, Email Security, Information Assurance, Human Factors (Security)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Security Strategy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
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 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Security Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Awareness, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Human Factors (Security), Safety Culture, Risk Mitigation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Information Privacy, Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.9 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy, Continuous Monitoring, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Management, Data Management, Auditing, Audit Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Metrics
★ 4.8 (15) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Network Architecture, Computer Security, User Provisioning, Authorization (Computing), Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Firewall, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), Network Protocols, Communication Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Security Controls, Threat Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Cyber Risk, Authorization (Computing)
★ 4.6 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Firewall, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Security Software, Cloud Storage, Information Privacy, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, General Networking
★ 4.8 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, OAuth, Data Validation, Authentications, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Data Integrity, Server Side, Security Strategy, Patch Management
★ 4.9 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks