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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


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, OSI Models, Network Model, Networking Hardware

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Operating Systems, Computer Literacy, digital literacy, File Management, Data Security, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Safety and Security, Computer Systems

    4.7 stars, 755 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (755) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004)

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Public Key Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Compliance Management, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Hardening, Enterprise Application Management

    4.7 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Content Scheduling, Web Analytics and SEO, Photography, Content Development and Management, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization, Video Editing, Videography, Brand Marketing, Social Media Analytics, Visual Storytelling

    3.9 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.9 (52) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Medical Records: Protect Patient Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Information Management, Medical Office Procedures, Record Keeping, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Anomaly Detection, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 99 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (99) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Project Management: Acronyms to Trello Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Project Coordination, Digital Marketing Tools, Coordinating, Project Management, Organizational Skills, Marketing Operations, Timelines, Communication, Marketing Planning, Vocabulary, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Data Visualization with Tableau Project

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Analysis, Data Import/Export, Requirements Analysis

    4.6 stars, 591 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (591) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    CFO Excellence: Mastering Finance Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Strategic Leadership, Digital Transformation, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Business Leadership, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Team Performance Management, Technology Strategies, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Talent Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Climate Change and Water in Mountains: A Global Concern

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Climate Change Programs, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Environmental Resource Management, Risk Management, Water Quality, Water Sustainability, Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Hazard Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Physical Science, Governance

    4.7 stars, 330 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Machine Learning for Cyber Threat & Anomaly Detection

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, AI Security, Network Security, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Security Management, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Analytical Skills

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Science and Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Network Model, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics

    4.6 stars, 205 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (205) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's: Illinois Tech
  • Competencias digitales. Conceptos y herramientas básicas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004): Packt
  • Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: Coursera
  • Medical Records: Protect Patient Privacy: Coursera
  • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Project Management: Acronyms to Trello Tasks: Coursera
  • Data Visualization with Tableau Project: University of California, Davis
  • CFO Excellence: Mastering Finance Teams: Coursera
  • Climate Change and Water in Mountains: A Global Concern: University of Geneva

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