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Cybersecurity Courses

Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

Popular Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Security Governance & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Threat Management, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Program Standards

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Threat Management, Security Controls, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Email Security, User Accounts, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Loss Prevention, Computer Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Authorization (Computing), Malware Protection, Authentications, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Identity and Access Management, Data Management, Cryptography

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Fundamentals of Cyber Defense

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Endpoint Security, Hardening, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Operations, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Firewall, Key Management, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Network Planning And Design, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Risk Management Framework

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 - Risk Management and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Crisis Management, Threat Management, Strategic Leadership, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Hunting, Data Security, Security Strategy, Email Security, Authentications, Security Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Cyber Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Risk, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Network Security, AI Integrations, DevOps, Cybersecurity, CI/CD, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Software Development, Security Controls, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Safety Culture, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Attacks, Dashboard, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Metrics, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cyber Security Policies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Event Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance, Compliance Management, Cyber Operations, Risk Management, Risk Control

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cybersecurity courses

  • Security Governance & Compliance: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities: Google
  • Fundamentals of Cyber Defense: Starweaver
  • Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection: Packt
  • Cyber Security: GRC Part 2 - Risk Management and Compliance: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security: Essentials: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Security Fundamentals: University of London
  • Cyber Security – Technology and Governance: University of London
  • Cyber Security: DevOps: Macquarie University

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