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.

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Public Cloud, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Database Management Systems, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, User Accounts, Active Directory, User Provisioning, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Security, Microsoft Azure, Authentications, Cloud Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cloud-Based Integration, Threat Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Solution Architecture, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Platforms, Enterprise Architecture, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Public Cloud, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Professional Development, Open Source Technology, AWS CloudFormation, Social Impact, Interviewing Skills, IT Infrastructure, Job Evaluation, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Storytelling, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Gemini, Prompt Patterns, Gmail, Video Editing, Visual Storytelling, Productivity Software, Google Workspace, Multimodal Prompts, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Business Communication, Collaboration, Writing, Project Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Database Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Operating System Administration, Database Administration, Routing Protocols, Application Development, Network Architecture, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Operating Systems, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Scripting Languages, Web Development, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Software Development
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Continuous Integration, Software Versioning, Collaborative Software, Code Review, Issue Tracking, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authentications, Key Management, Data Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud Services, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Secure Coding, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, DevSecOps, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Computer Security, Cryptography
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Optimization, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI Agents, Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Model Training, Dataflow, Big Data, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Prompt Engineering, Machine Learning Software, CI/CD, Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Computer Security Awareness Training, Document Management, System Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Cryptography, Encryption
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Governance, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Cloud Storage, Data Management, Advanced Analytics, Big Data, Machine Learning Methods, Data Integration, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Security, Cloud Computing Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cloud Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Network Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Network Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Endpoint Security, Healthcare 5.0, Systems Architecture, Networking Hardware, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months