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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


  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Principios y Regulaciones de Seguridad de la Información

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Cyber Attacks, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Risk

    ā˜… 4.8 (374) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    ISC2

    Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Data Management, Health Care, Health Informatics, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Information Systems Security, Information Privacy, Data Storage Technologies, Information Management, Data Security, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cloud Standards, Information Technology

    ā˜… 5 (7) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Cryptography, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

    ā˜… 4.2 (6) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    ISC2

    Security Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Awareness, Change Control, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Assurance, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    ā˜… 4.7 (111) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Security Policies, Business Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Information Systems

    ā˜… 4.7 (54) Ā· Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Security: A Comprehensive Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Operating System Administration, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Incident Response, Cloud Platforms, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, System Configuration, Firewall, Linux Administration, Risk Management

    ā˜… 4.7 (33) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Security Management, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Data Integrity, Threat Management, Data Storage, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Record Keeping, Identity and Access Management

    ā˜… 4.8 (21) Ā· Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Codio

    Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, System Implementation, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Security Strategy

    ā˜… 4.7 (55) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Social Media

    ā˜… 4.9 (63) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Cyber Security Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Business Continuity Planning, Cryptography, Security Architecture Review, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptographic Protocols, IT Security Architecture, Telecommunications, Network Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, NIST 800-53, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    ā˜… 4.4 (25) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Configuration Management, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, Cybersecurity, Change Control, Safety and Security, Information Assurance, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universitat PolitĆØcnica de ValĆØncia

    IT Fundamentals for Business Profiles: Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Security Software, Information Privacy, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Malware Protection, Content Creation, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Content, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Awareness, Digital Content, Email Security, Social Media Marketing, E-Commerce, Web Presence

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Principios y Regulaciones de Seguridad de la Información:Ā Universidad de los Andes
  • Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings:Ā ISC2
  • Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy:Ā Macquarie University
  • Security Concepts and Practices:Ā ISC2
  • CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management:Ā Infosec
  • Security: A Comprehensive Approach:Ā Illinois Tech
  • CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security:Ā Infosec
  • Understanding ISO Security Standards for Your Organization:Ā Codio
  • Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone:Ā Kennesaw State University
  • Cyber Security Technologies:Ā Illinois Tech

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