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: Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Agile Methodology, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, TCP/IP, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Authentications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Encryption, Security Awareness, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Email Security, Cyber Risk, Malware Protection, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Threat Management, Computer Security, Information Assurance, Data Integrity, Incident Response
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Validation, Business Continuity, Security Controls, Risk Mitigation, Project Management, Risk Management, System Testing, Technical Management, System Implementation, Data Integrity, Software Development Methodologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, NIST 800-53, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Compliance Auditing, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Data Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Vendor Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Security Management, Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Data Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Encryption, Identity and Access Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Asset Protection, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, Information Systems, Intellectual Property
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Exploit development, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Management, Enterprise Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Security Engineering, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Industrial Design, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months