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Network Security Courses

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.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Hardware Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Hardening, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Architecture Review, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Cryptographic Protocols, Microarchitecture, Cryptography, Systems Design, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Functional Design, Emerging Technologies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    693 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Politecnico di Milano

    The Learning Innovation Network

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Classroom Management, Course Development, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Interactive Learning, Instructional Design, Instructional Strategies, Innovation, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Resource Utilization, Network Planning And Design, Infographics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Network Visualization and Intervention

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Network Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Social Network Analysis, Data Storytelling, Network Model, Database Theory, Diagram Design, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Impact, Human Factors, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L

    Logical Operations

    CCNA: Networking Basics, Switching, Addressing, and Routing

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), TCP/IP, Network Administration, Network Switches, General Networking, Network Architecture, OSI Models, Network Routers, Network Planning And Design, Network Engineering, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Network Protocols, Command-Line Interface

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Neural Network Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Unsupervised Learning, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Markov Model

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    400 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Blockchain Security

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Secure Coding, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Exploitation techniques, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Network Analysis in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Biology, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Model, Life Sciences, Statistical Methods, Open Source Technology, Scientific Visualization, General Science and Research, Cell Biology, Unix Commands, Laboratory Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    Cybersecurity Assessment: CompTIA Security+ & CYSA+

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Simulations, Scenario Testing, Security Testing, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
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    I

    Infosec

    CompTIA Security+ 701

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Computer Security, Risk Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    670 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Security Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Using APIs for Network Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Postman API Platform, Restful API, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, JSON, Extensible Languages and XML, IT Automation, Extensible Markup Language (XML), API Testing, Network Protocols, YAML, Network Monitoring, Automation, Network Engineering, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Real Time Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Hardware Security: University of Maryland, College Park
  • The Learning Innovation Network: Politecnico di Milano
  • Network Visualization and Intervention: Johns Hopkins University
  • CCNA: Networking Basics, Switching, Addressing, and Routing: Logical Operations
  • Advanced Neural Network Techniques: Johns Hopkins University
  • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
  • Blockchain Security: Infosec
  • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Cybersecurity Assessment: CompTIA Security+ & CYSA+: IBM
  • CompTIA Security+ 701: Infosec

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