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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


  • I

    ISC2

    Certified in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Governance, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Assurance, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy and Global Privacy Laws & Standards

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Governance, Data Security, Legal Risk, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Sharing, Child Welfare, Informed Consent, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security)

    4.6 stars, 17K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (17K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Job Search and Interviews: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Interviewing Skills, Organizational Structure, Workforce Development, Security Management, Job Analysis, Professional Networking, Succession Planning

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Troubleshooting, Mobile Devices & Professional Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Remote Access Systems, Mobile Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology Operations, System Support, Technical Support, Responsible AI, Data Storage Technologies, Help Desk Support, Network Support, Operating System Administration, End User Training and Support, Hardening, Network Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Network Security, Network Routers, Security Management, Operating Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Systems Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Process Modeling, Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Analysis Tools, Business Process Improvement, Feasibility Studies, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Communication Planning, Test Planning, Information Technology, Database Management, Agile Methodology

    4.7 stars, 4.9K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    CompTIA CySA+ Cybersecurity Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Hunting, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Security Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Containerization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Prompt Patterns, Virtual Machines, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, AI literacy, Generative AI

    4.7 stars, 62K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (62K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Hybrid Cloud Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Systems Analysis, Process Improvement, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Development, Requirements Analysis, Data Modeling, Multi-Cloud, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), DevOps, Docker (Software), Solution Design, Microservices

    4.6 stars, 7.8K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (7.8K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Identity and Access Management, Data Lakes, Amazon DynamoDB, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Event-Driven Programming, Solution Architecture, Amazon Web Services, IT Security Architecture, Data Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Engineering, Software Architecture

    4.8 stars, 7.1K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (7.1K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Cybersecurity Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Governance, Zero Trust Network Access, Threat Detection, Security Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Hunting, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Security, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Analysis, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Packt

    CompTIA SecAI+ CY0-001 Certification Preparation Bootcamp

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Threat Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Model Training, Security Controls, DevSecOps, Threat Management, Data Ethics, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Generative AI, Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Certified in Cybersecurity: ISC2
  • Introduction to Privacy and Global Privacy Laws & Standards: Infosec
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Cybersecurity Job Search and Interviews: Getting Started: Kennesaw State University
  • Troubleshooting, Mobile Devices & Professional Practices: Packt
  • IBM Systems Analyst: IBM
  • CompTIA CySA+ Cybersecurity Analyst: Total Seminars
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect: Google Cloud
  • IBM Hybrid Cloud Architect: IBM
  • AWS Cloud Solutions Architect: Amazon Web Services

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