• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Information Security

Information Security Courses

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.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    HDFS Architecture and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, File Systems, Big Data, Data Infrastructure, Java, Data Structures, File Management, Systems Architecture, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Development Environment, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Cisco CCT Routing and Switching (100-490)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Microsoft Windows, Network Routers, Network Switches, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Technical Support and Services, Command-Line Interface, iOS Development, Operating Systems, Configuration Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Hands-on with Cisco Meraki Wireless Access Points

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Management, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Identity and Access Management, Network Troubleshooting, System Configuration, User Accounts

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, System Requirements, Software Development, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Communication Systems, System Testing, Algorithms, Performance Testing, Computer Vision, Innovation, Encryption

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    69 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Statistical Analysis, Data Quality, Research Methodologies, Research, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Case Studies, Data Mining, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Big Data, Report Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    Nursing Informatics(护理信息学)

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Nurse Education, Nursing Care, Clinical Informatics, Health Informatics, Nursing Practices, Informatics, Telehealth, Patient-centered Care, Computer Displays, Decision Support Systems, Information Technology, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Safety

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Attention Mechanism - Italiano

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Responsible AI - Italiano

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Business Ethics, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    6G for a Connected Future

    Skills you'll gain: Federated Learning, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Zero Trust Network Access, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Vertex AI Studio - Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Gemini, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Multimodal Prompts, AI Enablement, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, LLM Application, Google Cloud Platform, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze GA4: Fix Your Data

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Gap Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Code Review

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Backend Development and API Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Middleware, Authentications, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts, Databases, JavaScript Frameworks, Scalability, GitHub, Development Environment, Data Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…471472473…727

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • HDFS Architecture and Programming: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cisco CCT Routing and Switching (100-490): Packt
  • Hands-on with Cisco Meraki Wireless Access Points: Packt
  • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: 28DIGITAL
  • 社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2): Peking University
  • Nursing Informatics(护理信息学): Peking University
  • Attention Mechanism - Italiano: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Responsible AI - Italiano: Google Cloud
  • 6G for a Connected Future: University of Glasgow
  • Introduction to Vertex AI Studio - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud

Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

Cybersecurity (33)
Google (25)
Google Cloud Platform (17)
Internet (17)
Cryptography (16)
Network Security (16)
Linux (12)
Software Testing (12)
Information Security (10)
Application Programming Interfaces (8)
Kubernetes (8)
Web (8)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok