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.

Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Vulnerability Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Microsoft Servers, Technology Roadmaps, Multi-Cloud, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, Agile Product Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scalability, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Solution Delivery, Virtualization, Continuous Integration, Solution Architecture, Unit Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Restful API, Spring Boot, Web Services, JSON, YAML, Web Applications, Configuration Management, Angular, Java Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Architecture, Middleware, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Threat Detection, Security Engineering, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Payment Systems, FinTech, Key Management, Application Security, Digital Assets, Network Protocols, Transaction Processing, Data Storage, Distributed Computing, Emerging Technologies, Scripting, Financial Regulation, Market Dynamics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Authentications, Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Kubernetes, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Containerization, Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Terraform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Service Level Agreement, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Security Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Human Factors (Security), Risk Mitigation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Infrastructure Security, Culture Transformation, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Programming Principles, Software Development, Automation, Analysis, Cloud Computing, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Unix, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Development and Management, Video Production, Digital Media Strategy, Style Guides, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Video Editing, Performance Measurement, Brand Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Drive Engagement
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Multiprotocol Label Switching, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Network Engineering, Network Model, Telecommunications, Verification And Validation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months