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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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    Packt

    Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified

    Skills you'll gain: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), OSI Models, Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Routing Protocols, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Network Planning And Design, Network Administration, Network Protocols

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Hosting, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, Python Programming, Databases, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration

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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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    LearnQuest

    Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Information Systems Security, Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Security Engineering, Threat Management, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Threat Detection, Authentications, Authorization (Computing)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Red Hat

    Python Programming with Red Hat

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Programming Principles, Scripting, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Text Mining, File Management, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Exploring Data Transformation with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Strategy, Real Time Data, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation, Big Data, Cloud Storage, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Database Systems, Data Migration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for your Professional Cloud Architect Journey

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Solution Architecture, Process Optimization, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Platforms, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Personalized Service, Business Requirements

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Build a CI/CD Pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Continuous Integration, Application Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), YAML, Software Development, Performance Metric, Microservices, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement Process, Configuration Management, Scripting

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Governance, Microsoft 365, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Microsoft Office, Customer experience improvement, Business Process Automation, Compliance Management, Sales Process, Customer Service, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Productivity Software, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Programming in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework), Cloud Hosting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Technical Writing, Human Factors (Security)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Developing Secure IoT Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Application Security, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Application Design, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Encryption, Cryptography, Data Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Authentications, Predictive Analytics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified: Packt
  • Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift: IBM
  • Securing the IoT Landscape: From Inception to Architecture: LearnQuest
  • Python Programming with Red Hat: Red Hat
  • Exploring Data Transformation with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Preparing for your Professional Cloud Architect Journey: Google Cloud
  • Build a CI/CD Pipeline: Pearson
  • Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion: Microsoft
  • Programming in Python: Meta

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