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: Scope Management, Project Schedules, Budget Management, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Procurement, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Management, Change Control, Project Management Software, Vendor Management, Project Management Life Cycle, IT Infrastructure, Software Development Life Cycle, Change Management, Risk Management, Communication Strategies, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Coursera
Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Verification And Validation, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Digital Communications, Telecommunications, Technical Design, Prototyping, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Workflow Management, Radiation Protection, Network Troubleshooting, Business Workflow Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Ubuntu, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, File Management, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, System Configuration, Unix, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, Systems Administration, Authorization (Computing), Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Open Source Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, AI Enablement, Scalability, Procurement, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Sourcing, Natural Language Processing, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Improvement, Emerging Technologies, Product Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Goal Setting, Product Requirements
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R (Software), Ggplot2
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Management, IT Management, Risk Mitigation, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Operational Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Compliance Management, Information Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Smart Goals, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Action Oriented, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Chronic Diseases, Respiratory Care, Primary Care, Respiratory Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Tests, Treatment Planning, Health Equity, Preventative Care, Community Health, Patient-centered Care
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Application Design, Emerging Technologies, Healthcare 5.0, System Design and Implementation, General Networking, Software Development, Hardware Architecture, Data Security, User Centered Design, Cloud Deployment, Prototyping, Information Privacy, Open Source Technology, Real Time Data, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Mobile Security, Document Management, Data Management, User Accounts, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Exploitation techniques, Scripting, Brute-force attacks, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Data Persistence, Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months