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Network Security Courses

Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), OpenShift, Containerization, Istio, Kubernetes, Node.JS, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Restful API, Database Design, Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Javascript, Ajax, Grafana, Azure DevOps, Software Development

    4.6 stars, 9.4K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9.4K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Security Management, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Assessments, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness

    4.7 stars, 214 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Key Technologies for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Responsible AI, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Data Literacy, Cloud Deployment, Machine Learning Methods, Data Mining, Cloud Security, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Cloud Technologies, Generative Model Architectures, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Science, Business

    4.7 stars, 107K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (107K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of AI-Assisted Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, GitHub, Version Control, Vibe coding, Git (Version Control System), Claude Code, Prompt Engineering Tools, Development Environment, Web Applications, Application Deployment, GitHub Copilot, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, AI Enablement, HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development, Node.JS, Javascript

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Web Scraping, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, R (Software), Statistics, Data Science, Database Management, Relational Databases, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy

    4.6 stars, 75K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (75K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Machine Learning For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    CompTIA Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Scenario Testing, Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Help Desk Support, Cloud Infrastructure, Information Technology, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Simulations, System Support, General Networking, Cloud Services, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Security, Operating Systems

    3.3 stars, 109 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.3 (109) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    AI Content Strategy – Performance, Ethics, and Adaptability

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Campaign Management, Content Optimization, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Web Analytics, Prompt Patterns, A/B Testing, Content Development and Management, Performance Measurement, Data Ethics, Marketing Operations, Workflow Management, Performance Metric, Content Creation, Content Management, Creative Design, Creative Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    IBM

    Executive Storytelling & Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Financial Data, Executive Presence, Stakeholder Communications, Data Storytelling, Cash Flow Forecasting, Data Literacy, Management Reporting, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Modeling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Financial Controls, Business Reporting, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Planning, Business Communication, Stakeholder Management, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Cybersecurity in modern organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Cyber Security Policies, Agile Product Development, Data Security, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Computer Security, Agile Methodology, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, TCP/IP, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Core Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Spring Framework, Java, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Programming Principles, Software Design, Computer Programming, Application Frameworks, Data Structures, Software Installation, Virtual Machines, Code Reusability, Web Development, Package and Software Management, Memory Management, Computational Logic, Development Environment

    4.6 stars, 2.8K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (2.8K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Cleansing, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, R (Software), Business Analysis, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, R Programming, Data Science, Big Data, Computer Programming Tools, Cloud Computing, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 102K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (102K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks: Kennesaw State University
  • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
  • Foundations of AI-Assisted Web Development: LearnQuest
  • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
  • Machine Learning For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • CompTIA Exam Prep: LearnQuest
  • AI Content Strategy – Performance, Ethics, and Adaptability: LearnQuest
  • Executive Storytelling & Governance: IBM
  • Cybersecurity in modern organizations: Coursera

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