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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Requirements Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Digital Forensics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Informatics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Cell Biology, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Structural Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Technical Management, Team Building, AI Enablement, Project Management, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Discussion Facilitation, Deep Learning, Recruitment, Sales
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Image Quality, Unsupervised Learning, Information Privacy, Data Synthesis
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Security Architecture, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, File Systems, IT Infrastructure, OSI Models, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Application Security, Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Server Administration, Technical Support, Software Installation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Security Engineering, Network Security, Firewall, Digital Forensics, Code Review, Network Performance Management, Network Routing, Proxy Servers, Linux, Internet Of Things, Servers
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Securities Trading, Technical Analysis, Cloud Platforms, Model Deployment, Predictive Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Finance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Data Quality, Text Mining, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Analysis, Dashboard, Analysis, Data Mapping, Analytics, Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Customer Analysis, Probability Distribution, Customer Demand Planning, Marketing Analytics, Forecasting, Consumer Behaviour, Descriptive Statistics, Social Media Marketing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Analysis, Target Market, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Model Evaluation, Business Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Marketing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months