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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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    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Security Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Application Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Remote Access Systems, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Encryption, Authorization (Computing)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Information Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record, Clinical Informatics, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Practice Management Software, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Databases, Change Control, Interoperability, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    429 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Blockchain Security

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Network Security, Application Security, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Secure Coding, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Security

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Authentications, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Encryption Standard, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Computer Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    E

    Edureka

    Cloud Security on AWS

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Application of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Fraud detection, Cybersecurity, Applied Machine Learning, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Security Operations Center (SOC)

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Event Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Computer Science, Risk Management Framework, Information Technology, Encryption, Configuration Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    253 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Protocols, Load Balancing, Firewall, Vulnerability Assessments, General Networking, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    723 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Hardening, Network Protocols, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Program Development, Information Privacy, Legal Strategy, Data Security, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Computer Security, Risk Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    166 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Information Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Design, Typography, Wireframing, Design Elements And Principles, Usability, Interaction Design, UI Components, Prototyping

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    578 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cloud Security Basics: University of Minnesota
  • Health Information Technology Fundamentals: Johns Hopkins University
  • Blockchain Security: Infosec
  • Introduction to Cyber Security: New York University
  • Cloud Security on AWS: Edureka
  • Cyber Security: Application of AI: Macquarie University
  • Security Operations Center (SOC): Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Infosec
  • Network Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security: Google

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