Network security courses can help you learn about firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols. You can build skills in risk assessment, incident response, and vulnerability management. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Nessus for vulnerability scanning, and various security information and event management (SIEM) systems, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to protect networks from cyber threats.

Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Smart Goals, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Action Oriented, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Load Balancing, Data Persistence, Containerization, Cloud Storage, YAML, Secure Coding, Configuration Management, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Operating System Administration, Microsoft Windows, Malware Protection, Information Technology Operations, Disaster Recovery, Mac OS, Document Management, Command-Line Interface, Incident Response, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Information Technology, Windows PowerShell, Problem Management, Operating Systems, Internet Of Things
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Security, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Technology Roadmaps, Data Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Compliance Training, Compliance Management, Data Management, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Team Building
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, Docker (Software), YAML, Containerization, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Security Controls, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Group Policy, Microsoft Azure, Compliance Management, User Accounts, System Monitoring, System Configuration, Remote Access Systems, Event Monitoring, Configuration Management, Legal Technology, Live Streaming, Data Security
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Social Media, Prioritization, Competitive Analysis, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Recruitment, Presentations, Marketing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence, Data Security, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), Development Environment, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Persistence, Artificial Neural Networks
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Validation, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, AI Security, Cyber Operations, Threat Modeling, Zero Trust Network Access
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months