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: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Query Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Devops Tools, Linux Administration, Cloud Deployment, Ansible, Docker (Software), Operating System Administration, DevOps, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Linux, Cloud Platforms, Software Installation, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Command-Line Interface, Firewall, Security Controls, Systems Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Data Pipelines, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Apache Hive, Data Processing, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Scalability, Data Management, Data Science, Data Transformation, Information Technology, Data Analysis, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Public Cloud, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, System Monitoring, Network Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Network Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Computer Displays, USB, Wireless Networks, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, TCP/IP, Virtualization, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Security, Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Computer Networking, Hardware Troubleshooting, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Mac OS, Microsoft Windows
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Multi-Cloud, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Solution Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scalability, CI/CD, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Capacity Planning, Systems Analysis, Security Controls, Cost Containment, Blueprinting, Continuous Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Exploitation techniques, Test Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Serverless Computing, Cloud Security, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Load Balancing, Database Management, Cloud Management, Amazon CloudWatch, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Network Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

EC-Council
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Brute-force attacks, Exploitation techniques, Application Security, Human Factors (Security), Web Applications, Mobile Security, Internet Of Things, Authentications, Encryption, Wireless Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Network Security, Information Privacy, Malware Protection, Incident Response, Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Threat Modeling, Exploit development, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Patch Management, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Cyber Engineering, Technical Communication, Technical Writing
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Software Installation, Desktop Support, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Linux, Information Systems Security, Performance Tuning, Mac OS, Information Technology, System Support, File Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months