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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Generative Model Architectures, Desktop Support, Data Warehousing, Security Controls, System Support, Business Intelligence, Technical Support and Services, Computer Systems, Solution Design, Business Software, Information Systems Security, Technical Support, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Storage Technologies, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Akamai Network Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Scripting Languages

    4.6 stars, 372 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (372) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Malware Protection, Linux Commands, Endpoint Security, Desktop Support, Security Awareness, Hardening, File Systems, Remote Access Systems, Active Directory, Microsoft Windows, Interoperability, Mobile Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology Operations, Operating Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Azure Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Software-Defined Networking, General Networking, Network Administration, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Routing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Load Balancing, Cloud Services, Firewall, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, AI Integrations, Exploitation techniques, Test Planning

    4.6 stars, 2.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (2.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    US Healthcare, Finance, and Education Privacy Laws and Rules

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Financial Regulation, Financial Regulations, Data Loss Prevention, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Reporting, Child Welfare, Surveys, Informed Consent, Security Controls, Loss Prevention

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Cloud Identity

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, User Accounts, Cloud Management, Mobile Security, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Authentications, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Cyber Security Policies, Single Sign-On (SSO), System Configuration, Google Workspace, Event Monitoring

    4.6 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Digital Leader Training

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, Data Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Digital Transformation, Data Governance, Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Data Strategy, Data Storage, Agentic systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Service Level, Cloud Standards, Cloud Hosting

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

    ★ 4.8 (4.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Store, Data Architecture, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Relational Databases, Big Data, Data Storage, Databases, Operational Databases, Apache Spark, Data Storage Technologies, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, Data Governance, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Data Processing, SQL, NoSQL, Data Science

    4.7 stars, 3.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google

    Skills you'll gain: IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Network Security, OSI Models, Hardening, Package and Software Management, Application Security, Cloud Management, Disaster Recovery, TCP/IP, Computer Hardware, Technical Support and Services

    4.9 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (18K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Identity and Zero Trust Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Enterprise Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Public Key Infrastructure, Azure Active Directory, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, Active Directory, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Microsoft Azure, AI Security, Key Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Architecture Review, Endpoint Security, Compliance Management, Gap Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Packt

    Splunk 9.x Enterprise Certified Admin Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage Technologies, User Provisioning, Linux Administration, Data Maintenance, Systems Administration, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Operating System Administration, Authentications, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Server Administration, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Metadata Management, Data Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Security Management, Data Mapping, IT Security Architecture, Data Transformation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
  • Akamai Network Engineering: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam Prep: Packt
  • Microsoft Azure Networking Fundamentals: Whizlabs
  • Penetration Testing, Threat Hunting, and Cryptography: IBM
  • US Healthcare, Finance, and Education Privacy Laws and Rules: Infosec
  • Introduction to Cloud Identity: Google Cloud
  • Google Cloud Digital Leader Training: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Data Engineering: IBM
  • Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google: Google

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