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.

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, AI Security, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Legal Risk, Requirements Analysis, Test Tools, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, Software Development Methodologies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Debugging, Application Security, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Adaptability, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fortinet, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Application Security, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Technical Support and Services, Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Code Review, Debugging, Software Documentation, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Systems Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Operating Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Program Development, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Software Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Program Development, Software Architecture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Software Engineering, Systems Development, Software Development, Waterfall Methodology, Requirements Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Digital Forensics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Functional Testing, Software Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Acceptance Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Case, Maintainability, Unit Testing, Software Design, System Testing, Integration Testing, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology, Regression Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks