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: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Collection, Game Theory, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms, Decision Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Social Justice, Predictive Modeling, Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Risking, Human Centered Design, Interaction Design, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, AI literacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Regulation and Legal Compliance, Sustainability Reporting, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Machine Learning Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Control Systems, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Engineering Drawings, Process Control, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Communication Systems, General Networking, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, System Monitoring, Mechanical Engineering, Equipment Design, Systems Of Measurement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Model, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Network Routing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Remote Access Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Web Servers, Scalability, Operating Systems, Scripting, Data Integrity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Linux Administration, Microsoft Windows, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, System Configuration, Event Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Desktop Support, OS Process Management, Network Security, Package and Software Management, Information Technology, IT Automation, Network Administration, General Networking, Software Installation
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks, Apache Spark, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Real Time Data, Data Store, Data Transformation, Scheduling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Decision Intelligence, Governance, AI Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risking, Cyber Governance, Data Governance, Enterprise Architecture, Data Strategy, Data Ethics, Compliance Training, AI Workflows, Return On Investment, Security Controls, Accountability Frameworks, Security Strategy, Information Technology, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, UI/UX Strategy, New Product Development, Product Management, Customer Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Quality Assurance and Control, Technology Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Data Analysis
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Model Deployment, AI Workflows, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Network Model, Artificial Neural Networks, Technical Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Security Software, Cyber Operations, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Test Tools, Windows PowerShell, System Testing, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks