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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Authentications, Data Integrity

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Foundations of Security Controls and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Authentications, Cloud Security, Change Control, Security Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 2: Asset Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Data Management, Threat Management, Data Storage

    4.7 stars, 25 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (25) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Security Software, Cyber Risk, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Privacy, Authentications, Network Security, Social Media

    4.8 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Control, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Performance Metric

    4.8 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Campus BBVA

    Data & Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Incident Management, Crisis Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Processing, Security Awareness, Anomaly Detection, Data Science, Authentications, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

    4.7 stars, 351 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (351) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    CISM Certification Prep: Security Program Development & Mgmt

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Asset Management, Cloud Security, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Computing, Change Control

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    IT Governance: Mastering Security & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Security Management, Cryptography, Governance, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Incident Response, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Incident Management, Information Systems Security, Supplier Risk Management, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Compliance Management, Identity and Access Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, IT Service Management, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Protection of Information Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy

    4.8 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Information System Security Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Risk Management Framework, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Data Security, Cyber Risk, Data Integrity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    CISA: Information Systems Acq, Dev, and Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Business Continuity, Security Controls, Risk Mitigation, Project Management, System Testing, Data Integrity, Software Development Methodologies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    CISA: Protection of Information Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Infrastructure Security

    4.5 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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