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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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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep AZ-500:Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Authentications, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Identity and Access Management, Firewall, Active Directory, Cloud Security, Network Engineering, User Provisioning, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, IT Security Architecture, Security Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Virtual Networking, Kubernetes

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CCNP and CCIE Security Core SCOR 350-701(Exam Blueprint 1.1)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Threat Detection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, IT Security Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Data Security, Email Security, Network Monitoring, Malware Protection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Incident Response, Incident Management, Cloud Platforms, Business Continuity Planning, Penetration Testing, Business Continuity, Cloud Computing, Security Controls, System Configuration, Generative AI, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Basics of Cisco Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Switches, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Model, Network Protocols

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Certified in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Governance, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Assurance, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    The Ultimate Kali Linux Book

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Metasploit, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Human Factors (Security), Risk Mitigation, Threat Modeling, Active Directory, Application Security, Test Tools, Network Security, Web Applications, Linux

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Security, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Authentications, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Digital Transformation, General Networking, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Services, Network Infrastructure

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    567 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Scenario Testing, Technical Communication

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate Ubuntu Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Package and Software Management, Hardening, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Linux, Software Installation, Network Security, System Configuration, Linux Commands, Patch Management, Open Source Technology, Operating System Administration, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Systems Administration, System Support, DevOps, Administration

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Secure Coding, Systems Development Life Cycle, Security Controls, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Security Awareness, Cryptographic Protocols

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Internet Of Things, Cyber Governance, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    640 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    KodeKloud

    Azure Networking: VNETs, VPN, and Traffic Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Exam Prep AZ-500:Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate: Whizlabs
  • CCNP and CCIE Security Core SCOR 350-701(Exam Blueprint 1.1): Pearson
  • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: IBM
  • Basics of Cisco Networking: LearnQuest
  • Certified in Cybersecurity: ISC2
  • The Ultimate Kali Linux Book: Packt
  • Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing: Microsoft
  • Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response: LearnQuest
  • The Ultimate Ubuntu Handbook: Packt
  • Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains: Kennesaw State University

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