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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

    Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Computer Security, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, World History, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (384) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities on Google Cloud en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Threat Management, Security Controls, Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Malware Protection, IT Automation, Continuous Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, System Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of London

    Master of Science in Cyber Security

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, OSI Models, Human Factors (Security), Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Governance, Application Security, Computer Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Business Continuity Planning, Digital Forensics, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Data Collection, Research Methodologies

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job Ready
    Job Ready
  • P

    Packt

    Human-Centered Security: Designing Usable & Safe Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), User Experience Design, Usability, User Experience, Threat Modeling, UI/UX Strategy, Authentications, UI/UX Research, Human Centered Design, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), User Story, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Safety Standards, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Cyber Security Projects for Your Dream Job

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, AI Integrations, ChatGPT, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), General Networking, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Automation, Cloud Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Identifying and Managing Security Gaps for Remote Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Management, Remote Access Systems, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Telecommuting, Infrastructure Security

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center: Identify and Prioritize Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Security Management, Simulations, Configuration Management, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Gemini for Security Engineers - Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, AI Security, Application Deployment, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Cloud Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    AI Security Architecture, Controls, and Defensive Operations

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Application Security, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Security Engineering, Security Testing, Data Security, Continuous Monitoring, Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authorization (Computing), Threat Detection, Personally Identifiable Information, Model Context Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Managing Resources, Security, and Networking in Windows 2025

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Remote Access Systems, Public Key Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardening, Virtual Networking, Key Management, Active Directory, Firewall, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Operating System Administration, Network Administration, Server Administration, Systems Administration, Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 - Risk Management and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Crisis Management, Threat Management, Strategic Leadership, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Network Security - Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Proxy Servers, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Network Monitoring, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Homeland Security & Cybersecurity Connection - It's Not About the Terrorists: University of Colorado System
  • Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities on Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
  • Master of Science in Cyber Security: University of London
  • Human-Centered Security: Designing Usable & Safe Systems: Packt
  • Cyber Security Projects for Your Dream Job: Packt
  • Identifying and Managing Security Gaps for Remote Teams: LearnQuest
  • Security Command Center: Identify and Prioritize Risks: Google Cloud
  • Gemini for Security Engineers - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • AI Security Architecture, Controls, and Defensive Operations: Packt
  • Managing Resources, Security, and Networking in Windows 2025: Packt

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