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: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Public Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Firewall, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Network Administration, Cloud Storage, General Networking
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Proxy Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Network Troubleshooting, Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Cloud Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Firewall, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Networking, CI/CD, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Technical Product Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Product Management, Product Support, Technical Support, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Multi-Cloud, Google Cloud Platform, Enterprise Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Human Capital, Employee Relations, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Metric, Employee Training, Dashboard, Business Metrics, Employee Engagement, Business Analysis, Employee Retention, Data Analysis, Compensation Analysis, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Strategy, Talent Recruitment, Mental Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Security, Network Security, Data Security, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Key Management, Google Cloud Platform, Continuous Monitoring, Encryption, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Cloud Computing, CI/CD
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, General Networking, Exploitation techniques, Public Safety and National Security, Exploit development, Governance, Political Sciences
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Network Administration, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Contingency Planning, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Firewall, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Crisis Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Risk, Risk Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Strategy, Network Security, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months