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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), SQL

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Linux Network Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Network Administration, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Virtualization, General Networking, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    AI for Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Adobe Firefly, Productivity Software, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Productivity, Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Unstructured Data, Prompt Engineering, Administrative Support, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Text Mining, Operational Efficiency, Project Schedules, Media Production

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    AI CERTs

    Customer Experience in Telecommunication

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Personalization, Internet Of Things, Customer Engagement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence, Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Generative AI Agents, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Digital Communications, Communication, System Design and Implementation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Uma Perspectiva Prática da Transformação Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change, Cross-Channel Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Process, Business Priorities, Customer Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Consumer Behaviour, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Ransomware Playbook - A Complete Guide for IT Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Hardening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Building Linux Servers: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Linux, Network Architecture, Information Technology, Virtual Environment, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Generative AI Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Responsible AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Google Workspace, Google Cloud Platform, AI Enablement, Customer experience improvement, Gemini, AI Security, AI Product Strategy, Productivity Software, Customer Engagement, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Data Processing, Data Storage Technologies, Containerization, Interoperability

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Securing Cloud Applications with Identity Aware Proxy (IAP) using Zero-Trust

    Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Application Deployment, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Network Security

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Interactive Teaching(インタラクティブ・ティーチング)

    Skills you'll gain: Syllabus Development, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Instructional Design, Train The Trainer, Higher Education, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Planning, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Student Support and Services, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Constructive Feedback, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Cloud Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Linux Network Administration: Packt
  • AI for Productivity: Duke University
  • Customer Experience in Telecommunication: AI CERTs
  • Uma Perspectiva Prática da Transformação Digital: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Ransomware Playbook - A Complete Guide for IT Professionals: Packt
  • Building Linux Servers: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Generative AI Leader: Google Cloud
  • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Foundations: Google Cloud

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