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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, File Systems, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Data Storage, Systems Administration, File Management, Authorization (Computing), Performance Tuning, Data Storage Technologies, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Fundamentals of Gen AI Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Fraud detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, AI literacy, Threat Detection, AI Integrations, Incident Response, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Awareness, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Security Strategy, Incident Management, Security Controls, AI Workflows, LLM Application

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA): Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Scalability, Package and Software Management, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Research, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Oral Comprehension, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Research Methodologies, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Personal Integrity, Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Research Reports, Brainstorming, Planning

    4.9 stars, 1.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (1.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Child Health, Childbirth, Airway Management, Pediatric First Aid, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Patient Positioning, Maternal Health, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Pediatrics, Postpartum Care, Patient Transport, Respiratory Care, Prenatal Care, Patient Evaluation, Patient Transfer Equipment, Environment Health And Safety

    4.8 stars, 313 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (313) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    AI Model Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management Framework, Responsible AI, Risk Control, Risk Management, Model Evaluation, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Continuous Monitoring, Process Validation, Gap Analysis, Verification And Validation, Auditing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Red Hat

    Getting Started with Linux Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, User Accounts, Software Installation, Linux Administration, System Monitoring, File Management, Package and Software Management, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, General Networking, File I/O, Command-Line Interface, Network Support, Computing Platforms, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Edureka

    Cybersecurity Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Linux Commands, Linux, Cyber Engineering, Network Administration, Operating System Administration, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Security Awareness, Operating Systems

    4.7 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Windows Server 2025 Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Servers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Microsoft Windows, Server Administration, Operating System Administration, Servers, System Configuration, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Implementation, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Management, Microsoft Azure, Network Security, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Applied Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 335 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

    Google Cloud

    Responsible AI for Developers: Interpretability & Transparency

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation

    4.7 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Claude AI Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Responsible AI, Marketing Materials, Prompt Engineering, Business Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Strategic Thinking, AI Personalization, Business Communication, Marketing Automation, Content Strategy, Business Risk Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Documentation, Research Reports, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Security Awareness

    4.2 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS): Unit 2: Pearson
  • Fundamentals of Gen AI Cybersecurity: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA): Unit 2: Pearson
  • Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone: The University of Sydney
  • Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children: University of Colorado System
  • AI Model Risk Management: Coursera
  • Getting Started with Linux Fundamentals: Red Hat
  • Cybersecurity Analyst: Edureka
  • Foundations of Windows Server 2025 Administration: Packt
  • Introduction to Applied Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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