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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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    Packt

    LPIC-1 Linux Administrator (102-500)

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), General Networking, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, Scripting, Unix, Scripting Languages, Network Infrastructure, Security Controls, Application Security, Servers

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Pipelines, R (Software), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Science, Data Processing, Machine Learning Software, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Telemarketing, Model Deployment, Model Optimization

    4.9 stars, 53 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.9 (53) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Generative AI: Tools, Techniques, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, ChatGPT, AI powered creativity, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Microsoft Copilot, AI Integrations, Token Optimization, AI Workflows, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Administration, Integration Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Advanced Analytics, Preventative Care, Statistical Modeling, Sample Size Determination, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Precision Medicine, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Methods

    4.6 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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    ISC2

    Working in the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Security Strategy, Scalability, Information Privacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    LearnKartS

    Continuous Monitoring with Jenkins & Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Ansible, Docker (Software), DevOps, Devops Tools, Continuous Delivery, SonarQube, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Monitoring, Configuration Management, Containerization, Disaster Recovery, Key Management, Authentications, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Security Management

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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    Coursera

    Agentic AI Content for Practitioners (Teams: Data)

    Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, AI Orchestration, AI Integrations, Advanced Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Quality, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Packt

    Application deployment and management with Intune

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Application Deployment, Group Policy, Enterprise Application Management, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Configuration Management

    4.9 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Crisis Management, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Business Analysis, Digital Forensics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    IT Audit Field Manual: Strengthen Cyber Defense

    Skills you'll gain: IT General Controls (ITGC), Cyber Security Assessment, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Network Security, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Linux Administration, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Endpoint Detection and Response, Linux, Network Administration, System Configuration, Security Controls, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Good Clinical Practices (GCP)

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Build and deploy a stroke prediction model using R

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Model Deployment, Model Training, Predictive Analytics, R (Software), R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Data Import/Export, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Foundations of IT and Core Hardware Components

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Systems, Memory Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • LPIC-1 Linux Administrator (102-500): Packt
  • Predictive Analytics for Business with H2O in R: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Tools, Techniques, and Applications: John Wiley & Sons
  • Population Health: Predictive Analytics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Working in the Cloud: ISC2
  • Continuous Monitoring with Jenkins & Best Practices: LearnKartS
  • Agentic AI Content for Practitioners (Teams: Data): Coursera
  • Application deployment and management with Intune: Packt
  • The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 4: Pearson
  • IT Audit Field Manual: Strengthen Cyber Defense: Packt

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