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Information Security Courses

Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • S

    SkillUp

    AZ-800 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Group Policy, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Windows Servers, Hyper-V, Remote Access Systems, iSCSI Configuration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Containerization, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Microsoft Servers, Microsoft Windows, Docker (Software), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Server Administration, Network Administration

    4.6 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Organizational Leadership, Storytelling, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Gap Analysis, Leadership

    4.8 stars, 728 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (728) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Fire And Life Safety, Occupational Health, Health And Safety Standards, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Risk Management, Engineering Practices, Environment Health And Safety, Failure Analysis, Risk Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Mitigation, Safety Training, Safety Standards

    4.8 stars, 359 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (359) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Managing Microsoft Teams (MS-700)

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Team Management, Group Policy, Data Loss Prevention, Azure Active Directory, System Monitoring, User Provisioning, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Data Security, Security Management, Enterprise Application Management, Security Controls, Network Administration, Collaborative Software, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Animations, Functional Specification, Proposal Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, 3D Assets, Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Customer Analysis, Interaction Design, UI Components, Software Documentation

    4.4 stars, 392 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (392) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Data Engineering on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Metadata Management, Data Sharing, Data Pipelines, Extract, Transform, Load, Google Cloud Platform, Data Migration, Data Warehousing, Data Infrastructure, Apache Airflow, Data Processing, Big Data, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Data Management, IT Automation, Cloud Storage, Apache Spark, Automation

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Everyday Cybersecurity: Protecting People, Data & Business

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Payment Processing, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Incident Management, Payment Systems, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Security Management, Merchant Services, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Data Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Malware Protection, Multi-Factor Authentication, Email Security

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    GitHub Actions Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, GitHub, Continuous Deployment, Git (Version Control System), Secure Coding, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Docker (Software), Automation, YAML, Application Security, Containerization, Event-Driven Programming

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Crash Course

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Software As A Service

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Windows Server 2025 Administration Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Active Directory, General Networking, Microsoft Servers, System Configuration, Servers, Server Administration, Microsoft Windows, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Systems Administration, Network Security, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Data Migration, User Accounts, Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced Cypress Testing

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Test Script Development, Scenario Testing, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Test Automation, Test Tools, Maintainability, Verification And Validation, User Interface (UI), Security Testing, Test Data, Scalability, Debugging, Code Reusability, Authentications, Compliance Reporting, Automation

    4.7 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Business Statistics and Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Presentations, Data Presentation, Statistics, Business Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Technical Communication, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation

    4.7 stars, 443 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (443) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AZ-800 Exam Prep: SkillUp
  • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
  • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
  • Managing Microsoft Teams (MS-700): Packt
  • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introduction to Data Engineering on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Everyday Cybersecurity: Protecting People, Data & Business: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • GitHub Actions Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Crash Course: Packt
  • Windows Server 2025 Administration Essentials: Packt

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