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.

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Incident Management, Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Security Management, Threat Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Information Privacy, Digital Forensics, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cybersecurity, Business Risk Management, Supplier Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Governance, Program Standards, Program Implementation, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Appetite, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Insurance, Compliance Management, Business Communication, Compliance Reporting, Technical Communication, Strategic Communication, Business Reporting, Management Reporting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Appetite, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Compliance Management, Incident Response, Business Priorities, Stakeholder Communications, Computer Security Incident Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Compliance Reporting, Decision Making, Stakeholder Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Document Management, Data Sharing, File Management, Google Workspace, Project Documentation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Verification And Validation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Workflow Management, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft 365, Data Security, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity, Email Security, Firewall, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Cyber Attacks, Business Analysis Tools, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Services, IT Management, Change Management, Business Software, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Project Management, Critical Thinking
★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Informatics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Model Optimization
★ 4.7 (171) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Document Management, Research Methodologies, Information Management, Data Quality, Data Access, Intellectual Property
★ 4.7 (803) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Databases, Change Control, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support
★ 4.8 (443) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Security Awareness, Safety and Security, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies
★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Incident Response, Network Architecture, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Management, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Network Infrastructure, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Operating Systems, Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Databases
★ 4.8 (72) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months