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Network Security Courses

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.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


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    IE Business School

    Network Externalities, Platform Markets and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Economics, Market Share, Market Analysis, Network Model, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Critical Infrastructure Security

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Internet Of Things

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Software Security Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Business Logic, Test Tools, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Validation, Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Tools for Security Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Digital Forensics, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Personally Identifiable Information, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Strategy

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Information Security Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Security Strategy, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Planning, Security Controls, Policy Development, Contract Compliance, Business Continuity Planning, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Business Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security Advanced Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Secure Coding, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Solution Design, Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review, Authorization (Computing), Data Integrity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Cyber Security in Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Network Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    666 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Technology Roadmaps, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Computer Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    634 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Security Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Key Management, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Hardening, Cyber Security Assessment, Endpoint Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python for Security

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Brute-force attacks, Server Side, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Servers, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Exploitation techniques, Program Development, Scripting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Security and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Continuous Monitoring, Business Continuity, Security Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Threat Management, Risk Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cyber Governance, Threat Modeling, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Social Network Marketing Strategies for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Customer Engagement, Customer Analysis, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Global Marketing, Brand Awareness

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Network Externalities, Platform Markets and Sharing: IE Business School
  • Critical Infrastructure Security: Packt
  • Software Security Testing: Packt
  • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio
  • Information Security Governance: LearnKartS
  • Blockchain Security Advanced Protection: LearnQuest
  • Cyber Security in Manufacturing: University at Buffalo
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • Bitcoin Security Foundations: AI CERTs
  • Python for Security: Packt

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