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: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), IT Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Data Management, Compliance Management, Risk Mitigation, Data Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Patch Management, Governance, Vulnerability Management, Data Ethics, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Storage, Vendor Management, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Encryption, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Integrity, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity, Business Continuity Planning, Audit Planning, Technology Strategies, Auditing, Disaster Recovery, Contingency Planning, Information Technology, Business Risk Management, Network Planning And Design, Internal Auditing, Organizational Effectiveness, Incident Response, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Security Strategy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Data Integrity
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Infrastructure Security, Enterprise Security, User Provisioning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Information Assurance, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Data Integrity, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Software, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Brute-force attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Awareness, Firewall, Exploitation techniques, AI Security, Information Assurance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, OAuth, Data Validation, Authentications, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Data Integrity, Server Side, Security Strategy, Package and Software Management, Patch Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Security Management, Supplier Management, Risk Analysis, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Risk Mitigation, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Security, Network Administration, Information Assurance, Identity and Access Management, Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Cyber Risk, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, IT Management, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Incident Management, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Risk Control, Regulatory Compliance, Business Ethics, Data Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months