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.

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, DevSecOps, Security Awareness, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Centers, Data Management, IT Security Architecture, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Security Engineering, Cyber Risk, Service Level
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Standards, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Management, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Computer Science, Risk Management Framework, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Management, Threat Detection, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Information Technology Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Controls, Data Analysis Software, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, IT Automation, Incident Management, Automation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Governance, Cyber Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Governance, Data Security, Machine Learning, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Crisis Management, Generative AI, LLM Application, Incident Response, Responsible AI, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, AI powered creativity, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure Architecture, Network Architecture, General Networking, Virtualization, Cloud Deployment, Computing Platforms, Telecommunications, Digital Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Encryption, Network Performance Management, Virtualization, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Open Source Technology, Unit Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

NVIDIA
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Data Centers, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Model
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Network Routing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Cryptography, Cyber Security Strategy, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Encryption, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mac OS, TCP/IP, System Configuration, Apple software proficiency, Network Protocols, Network Administration, Network Support, General Networking, Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Knowledge of Apple Software, Systems Administration, Virtual Networking, Cloud-Based Integration, Desktop Support, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Sharing
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks