Cybersecurity courses can help you learn network security, risk management, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive information. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, showing how these tools support the skills needed to safeguard digital environments.

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, NIST 800-53, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, IT Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Desktop Support, Network Security, Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support, Active Directory, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Debugging
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

EC-Council
Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Network Security, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Web Applications, File Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Hardening, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Risk Management Framework, Linux, Debugging, Cybersecurity, SQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Incident Response, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Penetration Testing, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, IT Management, Encryption, Vulnerability Management, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Cyber Risk, Human Factors, Authentications, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, General Networking, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Authentications, Network Analysis, Software As A Service
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Firewall
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Key Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Authentications, Mobile Security, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, System Monitoring, Information Systems, Asset Management, Intellectual Property
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Process Design, Cybersecurity, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Project Portfolio Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Technical Communication, Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks