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.

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Debugging, System Configuration, User Interface (UI), IT Automation, Interactive Design, File I/O, Programming Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Data Validation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Acceptance Testing, Google Cloud Platform, Security Controls
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Database Management, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Software Installation, System Configuration, SQL, Virtual Environment, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Research, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Environmental Regulations, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Data Synthesis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Model Evaluation, Estimation, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, User Research, Design Research, Open Mindset, Human Centered Design, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Growth Mindedness, User Feedback, Strategic Thinking, Qualitative Research, Customer Insights, Complex Problem Solving, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, User Experience Design, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Prototyping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Operations, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, AI Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Security Testing, Cyber Attacks, Network Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Load Balancing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Managed Services, Virtual Networking, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Graphing, Data Analysis, R (Software), General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Data Migration, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Database Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Database Management
Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Application Development, Containerization, Cloud Security, Application Deployment, Identity and Access Management, Integration Testing, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months