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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


  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Integrating AWS with the SDK

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon S3, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud-Based Integration, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), NoSQL, Cloud Storage, Cloud Hosting, Data Storage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Services Overview for IT Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Database Management, Cloud Services, Databases, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Storage, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Storage, System Monitoring, Amazon DynamoDB, Solution Architecture

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Hands-on Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Networking Hardware, Network Infrastructure, Network Routers, General Networking, Embedded Software, Network Switches, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Administration, Network Routing, Local Area Networks, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Communication Systems, Distributed Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    631 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Facebook: Mobile, Messenger & Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, digital literacy, Social Media, Communication, Social Media Marketing, Media and Communications, Data Sharing, Social Skills, Social Media Strategy, Community Development, Relationship Building, Online Advertising, Information Privacy, Collaboration, Content Management, Group Policy, File Management, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Analysis, Problem Solving

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    99 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, White-Box Testing, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Project Management, Project Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    673 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    AZ-104: Networking, Monitoring, and Backup Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Load Balancing, Microsoft Azure, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Network Planning And Design, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, Network Performance Management, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Remote Access Systems

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Scripting Languages, Microsoft Windows, Windows Servers, Shell Script, User Accounts, Microsoft Servers, Command-Line Interface, Network Administration, Remote Access Systems, Servers, Systems Administration, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Server Administration, Authentications

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Linux & Python Automation with Bash Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux, Scripting, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Data Persistence, Unix Commands, Systems Administration, Command-Line Interface, IT Automation, Software Installation, Unix, Data Store, Linux Servers, Cloud Hosting, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Data Maintenance, Network Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Storage, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Issue Tracking, Public Cloud, General Networking, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Serverless Computing, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Authentications, Infrastructure Security, Authorization (Computing), Data Loss Prevention, Remote Access Systems

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization Primer: Tools & Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Statistical Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Tableau Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Power BI, Google Sheets, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    688 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    AI Literacy for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Critical Thinking, AI literacy, Independent Thinking, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Adaptability, Strategic Thinking, AI Enablement, Data Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, AI powered creativity, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, AI Personalization, Model Training, Model Evaluation, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    557 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Integrating AWS with the SDK: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS Services Overview for IT Professionals: Amazon Web Services
  • Hands-on Internet of Things: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Facebook: Mobile, Messenger & Groups: John Wiley & Sons
  • Advanced SQL Retrieval Queries in SQLiteStudio: Coursera
  • Software Engineering: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • AZ-104: Networking, Monitoring, and Backup Strategies: Packt
  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Pearson
  • Linux & Python Automation with Bash Scripting: EDUCBA
  • Exam Prep: AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate: Whizlabs

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