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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • 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
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Azure Repos, Git, and GitHub for DevOps Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Development Environment, Microsoft Development Tools, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, DevOps, CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Software Versioning, Microsoft Visual Studio, Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Code Review, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    PwC

    Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Presentation, Presentations, Excel Formulas, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Target Market, Oral Expression, Data Cleansing

    4.6 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Public Speaking, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Storytelling, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Visual Design, Writing, Organizational Skills, Digital Design, Project Design, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Concision, Graphical Tools

    4.8 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Java APIs and Functional Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Maintainability, Hardening, Java Programming, Software Design Patterns, Application Security, Software Design, Java, Software Architecture, Memory Management, Object Oriented Design, API Design, Code Reusability, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Interoperability, System Programming, C (Programming Language)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Key Management, Linux, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cryptography, Operating System Administration, Linux Administration, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Linux Administration, File Management, Unix Shell, Query Languages, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Databases, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts

    4.8 stars, 6.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (6.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate II

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Integrity, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Business Modeling, Automation, Data Security

    4.8 stars, 8.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Ethical Hacking Tools & Techniques for Bug Bounties

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Network Analysis, Test Tools, Secure Coding, System Configuration, Security Engineering, Linux Administration, Software Installation, GitHub, Proxy Servers, Web Servers, Command-Line Interface, Authentications, Data Ethics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Meta

    Version Control

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix Shell, Linux, Software Versioning, Unix, Linux Commands, Collaborative Software, Software Development, File Management, Web Development

    4.6 stars, 3.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (3.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Prompting Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Timelines, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Spreadsheet Software, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Business Correspondence, Complex Problem Solving, Report Writing, Solution Design, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Machine Learning

    4.8 stars, 8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Foundations for Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Risk Management Framework, Incident Response, Human Factors (Security)

    4.7 stars, 140 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Microsoft Cybersecurity Architecture: Microsoft
  • Azure Repos, Git, and GitHub for DevOps Engineers: LearnKartS
  • Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach: PwC
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Java APIs and Functional Programming: Packt
  • Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL: Google
  • Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate II: Macquarie University
  • Ethical Hacking Tools & Techniques for Bug Bounties: Packt
  • Version Control: Meta

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