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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

    Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Virtual Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Virtual Machines, Load Balancing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Understanding Basic SQL Syntax

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Gen AI for Data Privacy & Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Technology Solutions, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Power Apps Component Framework, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Integration, Performance Analysis, Application Design, Automation, Data Security, Business Process, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Teams, Data Analysis Software, Data Modeling

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    280 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Applied Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Scientific Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Manipulation, NumPy, Graph Theory, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Competencias digitales de ofimática: Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Computer Literacy, Data Entry

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Automating Real-World Tasks with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Services, Email Automation, Scripting, Automation, Python Programming, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON, System Monitoring, Image Analysis, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Anthropic Claude, Data Ethics, LLM Application, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning Methods, Software Development, Application Design, Cloud Development, Data Strategy, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Security, DevSecOps

    4.7
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    11K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Management, Threat Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability, Encryption, Configuration Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    NIST 800-171

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Information Systems Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Document Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Python Project for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Web Scraping, Database Management, Databases, Unit Testing, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Data Transformation, Package and Software Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Pipelines, Python Programming, Programming Principles

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Computer Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Information Systems Security, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    345 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals: Google Cloud
  • Understanding Basic SQL Syntax : Coursera
  • Gen AI for Data Privacy & Protection: Edureka
  • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Applied Data Science with Python: University of Michigan
  • Competencias digitales de ofimática: Microsoft Excel: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Automating Real-World Tasks with Python: Google
  • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 1: Pearson
  • NIST 800-171: Infosec

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