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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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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Google Workspace with Gemini

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Gmail

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    151 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Use AI Responsibly

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Data Security, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Analysis, Critical Thinking

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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud IAM and Networking for Azure Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), User Accounts, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Firewall, Network Routing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    ChatGPT - Usos y Estrategias

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Productivity, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Natural Language Processing, Content Creation

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Responsible AI, Data Lakes, Data Storytelling, Data Governance, Google Gemini, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Data Visualization Software, Data Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI, Data Cleansing, Cloud Storage, Data Transformation, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Presentation

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    215 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Virtual Machines, Linux, Technical Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Risk Management Framework, Incident Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Routing Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Administration, Network Routers, Local Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Engineer Professional Certificate en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, Cloud Applications, Load Balancing, Cloud Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Application Deployment, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Cloud Solutions, Terraform, Prompt Engineering, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Generative AI

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Smart Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Tensorflow, Unstructured Data, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Databases, Cloud Applications, Web Applications, Application Deployment, Authentications, UI Components, Model View Controller, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Responsive Web Design, Content Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    343 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Incident Response and Defense with OpenVAS

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Emergency Response, System Configuration, Software Installation, Network Analysis, Technical Writing

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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Google Workspace with Gemini: Google Cloud
  • Use AI Responsibly: Google
  • Google Cloud IAM and Networking for Azure Professionals: Google Cloud
  • ChatGPT - Usos y Estrategias: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Google Cloud Data Analytics: Google Cloud
  • Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing: Coursera
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 4: Pearson
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course: Packt
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Engineer Professional Certificate en Español: Google Cloud
  • Smart Analytics, Machine Learning, and AI on Google Cloud: Google Cloud

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