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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


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    University of New Mexico

    Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

    Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics, Market Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Innovation, Resource Allocation, Market Trend, Marketing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Migrating a Monolithic Website to Microservices on Google Kubernetes Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Microservices, Docker (Software), Containerization, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Applications

    4.6
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado System

    Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Parent Communication, Care Management, Pediatric First Aid, Care Coordination, Psychosocial Assessments, Medical Emergency, Patient Coordination, Health Education, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Patient Assistance, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Pulmonology, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Nurse Education, Respiratory Care, Food Safety and Sanitation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    735 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Office, Descriptive Analytics, Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    193 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with AWS CloudFormation

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intro to IoT Pentesting

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Internet Of Things, Security Testing, Embedded Software, Cyber Security Assessment, Hardware Troubleshooting, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, Embedded Systems, Network Security, General Networking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Communications, Product Roadmaps, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Product Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, User Story, Communication, Communication Strategies, Collaborative Software, Sprint Planning, Product Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    211 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    DP-300 Azure Relational DBA

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Microsoft Azure, Database Administration, Scalability, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Data Migration, Enterprise Security, Security Controls, SQL, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery

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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: NIST 800-53, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Mobile Development Tools, Test Tools, Performance Stress Testing, Test Planning, Frontend Performance

    3.7
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    111 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, System Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Unix

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    La recherche documentaire

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Science and Research, Document Management, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Query Languages, Database Management, Information Management, Intellectual Property

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    229 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora: University of New Mexico
  • Migrating a Monolithic Website to Microservices on Google Kubernetes Engine: Google Cloud
  • Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School: University of Colorado System
  • Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables: Coursera
  • Getting Started with AWS CloudFormation: Amazon Web Services
  • Intro to IoT Pentesting: Packt
  • Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation: SkillUp
  • DP-300 Azure Relational DBA: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks: Packt
  • Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium: University of Minnesota

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