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.

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Database Design, Data Migration, Databases, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Database Management, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Cloud Computing, Apache Spark, Web Services, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, PySpark, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Cloud Storage, Docker (Software), Virtualization, Containerization, Restful API, Data Architecture
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Postman API Platform, JUnit, Test Automation, API Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Test Tools, Test Script Development, Quality Assurance, Unit Testing, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, Automation, Data Validation, Performance Testing, Test Case, Agile Methodology, Integration Testing, Debugging, Javascript
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Copilot, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, ChatGPT, Data Import/Export, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Visual Basic (Programming Language)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Databases, Query Languages, Database Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, Technical Support, System Monitoring, Incident Management, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring, Linux Commands
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Vibe coding, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Devops Tools, AI Workflows, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Responsible AI, Compliance Auditing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Analytical Skills, Analytics, Data Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Test Tools, Automation, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Browser Compatibility, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Web Components
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks