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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


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    Infosec

    NIST 800-171

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Document Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift

    Skills you'll gain: Istio, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, OpenShift, Docker (Software), CI/CD, DevOps, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Scalability, Microservices, YAML

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ITIL V4 Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Customer experience improvement, IT Service Management, Service Improvement, Change Control, IT Management, Practice Management, Security Management, Technical Services, Enterprise Architecture, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Design, Managed Services, Agile Methodology, Governance, Risk Management Framework, Organizational Structure, Strategic Partnership, Information Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    422 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Document Management, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Creativity, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Information Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Emerging Technologies, Context Management, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Data Storytelling with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    173 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Unlock Powerful Automation and Analysis with Power Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Application Design, Automation, Data Security, Business Process, Microsoft Teams

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Secure Data: Mask, Monitor, and Audit

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Cryptography, Secure Coding, Kotlin, Android (Operating System), OAuth, Encryption, Mobile Security, Android Development, Key Management, Exploit development, Application Security, Android Studio, Data Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authorization (Computing), Mobile Development, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Application Development

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Cleansing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Software Design, Software Architecture, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, LLM Application, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Application Security, Software Engineering, AI Personalization, Debugging, DevSecOps, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • NIST 800-171: Infosec
  • Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift: IBM
  • Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • ITIL V4 Certification Preparation: EDUCBA
  • Prompt Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
  • Data Storytelling with Power BI: Edureka
  • Unlock Powerful Automation and Analysis with Power Platform: Microsoft
  • Secure Data: Mask, Monitor, and Audit: Coursera
  • Writing Secure Code for Android: Infosec

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