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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


  • I

    ISC2

    Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: System Configuration, Configuration Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Security, Security Controls, Security Management, Event Monitoring, Encryption, Network Security, Continuous Monitoring, Software Configuration Management, Network Administration, IT General Controls (ITGC), Cyber Security Policies, Information Technology Operations, System Monitoring, Cryptography

    ★ 4.7 (214) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    WLAN Security

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Local Area Networks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Networking Hardware, System Configuration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    CompTIA Security+ 701

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Computer Security, Risk Management

    ★ 4.6 (735) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • H

    Howard University

    Foundations of Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Information Systems, Enterprise Application Management, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Systems Security, E-Commerce, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Computer Hardware, Data Warehousing, Decision Support Systems, Disaster Recovery, Networking Hardware, Business Ethics, Operating Systems, Data Ethics, Business Process Management, Customer Relationship Management

    ★ 4.7 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • V

    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Help & Information

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Language Learning, Vocabulary

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Privacy for Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Security, Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Strategy, Metadata Management, Data Processing, Security Controls

    ★ 4.5 (49) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Security, Authentications, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Network Security, Data Management, Azure Active Directory, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Engineering, Security Management, Network Protocols, Okta, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Awareness

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Information Extraction in Python

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, LLM Application, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Python Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Introduction to Information Technology and AWS Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Web Applications, Cloud Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Network Protocols, IT Infrastructure, Computer Systems, Amazon S3, Web Development, General Networking, Network Security, Web Servers, Operating Systems, Servers, Data Analysis, Project Management

    ★ 4.8 (527) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Web Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Interface (UI), User Research, UI/UX Research, Web Design and Development, User Centered Design, Design Strategies, Persona Development, Design Research, Mockups, Usability Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Target Audience

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    JavaScript Security

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Application Security, Secure Coding, Serverless Computing, Cryptography, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Infrastructure Security, Exploitation techniques, Package and Software Management, Node.JS, Web Applications, Javascript, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.5 (114) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Security Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (4.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Security Operations: ISC2
  • WLAN Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • CompTIA Security+ 701: Infosec
  • Foundations of Information Systems for Business: Howard University
  • Low Intermediate English: Help & Information: Voxy
  • IBM Data Privacy for Information Architecture: IBM
  • Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security: Macquarie University
  • Applied Information Extraction in Python: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Information Technology and AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
  • Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture: California Institute of the Arts

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