Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Health Informatics, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Random Forest Algorithm, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Microservices, Software Design, Application Design, Solution Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Systems Design, Service Oriented Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Maintainability, Engineering Software, Functional Requirement, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Model Evaluation, Adaptability, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Network Performance Management, Performance Tuning, Cloud Security, TCP/IP, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Make.com, Automation, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Generative AI, LangChain, Agentic Workflows, OpenAI API, LLM Application, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Slack (Software), Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Google Sheets
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, System Monitoring, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Unstructured Data, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Threat Modeling, Hardening, Verification And Validation, Google Cloud Platform, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Computing
Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), IT Management, Risk Mitigation, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Compliance Management, Information Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Jupyter, Deep Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Incident Management
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Construction Inspection, Safety Training, Safety Standards, Building Codes, Safety and Security, System Monitoring, Electrical Systems, Building Services Engineering, Continuous Monitoring, Control Systems, Systems Integration, Technical Standard, Communication Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks