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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


  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Cyber Espionage and Counterintelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, System Implementation, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Using AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Cloud Security, Public Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Scalability, Virtual Networking, Private Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment

    4.4 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (174) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    Intel

    Intel® Telco Cloud Academy

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Technologies, Containerization, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Platforms, Kubernetes, Network Performance Management, Cloud Solutions, Computing Platforms, Microservices, Code Reusability

    4.8 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Structures in C

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Application Security, System Programming, Programming Principles

    4.5 stars, 75 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (75) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Soutien des TI de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Security, Operating System Administration, Cybersecurity, Package and Software Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Desktop Support, Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, File Systems, Technical Support, OS Process Management, Computer Hardware

    4.7 stars, 141 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (141) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    CMO Excellence: Leading Marketing Teams for Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Operations, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Effectiveness, Growth Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, MarTech, Marketing Management, Brand Marketing, Marketing Planning, Initiative and Leadership, Brand Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Science Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Software, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    4.3 stars, 23 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (23) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Coursera

    Fake News Detection with Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Automation

    4.6 stars, 266 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (266) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Govern Healthcare Data: Protect Patient Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Insight Selling

    Skills you'll gain: Consultative Approaches, Consultative Selling, Value Propositions, Sales Strategy, Market Opportunities, Selling Techniques, Executive Presence, Sales, Solution Selling, Regional Sales, General Sales Practices, Business Development, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Partnership, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Organizational Structure, Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    INSEAD

    Web3 and Blockchain in Global Commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Financial Inclusion, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Plan Execution, Supply Chain, Governance, Supply Chain Management, Business Transformation, FinTech, Supply Chain Systems, Business Analysis, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Interoperability, Business Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.7 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (72) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (FC0-U61)

    Skills you'll gain: Database Software, Hardware Troubleshooting, Networking Hardware, Database Theory, Database Management Systems, Computer Networking, Network Support, Network Protocols, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Software, Technical Support and Services, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Computer Literacy, Browser Compatibility, Program Development, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming, System Software, Database Management

    4.5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular network security courses

  • Cyber Espionage and Counterintelligence: STARWEAVER
  • Create a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Using AWS: Coursera
  • Intel® Telco Cloud Academy: Intel
  • Data Structures in C: University of Michigan
  • Soutien des TI de Google: Google
  • CMO Excellence: Leading Marketing Teams for Impact: Coursera
  • Introduction to Data Science Techniques: Illinois Tech
  • Fake News Detection with Machine Learning: Coursera
  • Govern Healthcare Data: Protect Patient Privacy: Coursera
  • Foundations of Insight Selling: LearnQuest

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