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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Computer Security, Security Controls, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Engineering, Network Protocols, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Data Storage Technologies, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Telecommunications, Network Infrastructure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Risk, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Network Security, Multi-Factor Authentication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Algorithms, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Data Security, Cryptography, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Information Assurance, Network Analysis, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Event Monitoring, Data Capture, Continuous Monitoring, Data Integrity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Data Loss Prevention, Security Management, Data Management, Security Controls, Information Assurance, Data Governance, Information Management, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Administration, Endpoint Security, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Routers, Data Loss Prevention
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Cyber Attacks, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Risk
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Security Strategy, Data Security, Security Management, Enterprise Security, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management Framework, Data Loss Prevention, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Change Control, Internal Auditing, Systems Development, Auditors Report, Risk Management, Risk Control, FinTech, Change Management, Risk Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, AI Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Email Security, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months