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Network Security Courses

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.

Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Risk Management Framework, Technology Solutions, Information Privacy

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Microsoft 365 Security, Identity & Administration Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Threat Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Software As A Service, Threat Detection, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Authentications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Mastering Security Management with CDO

    Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Command-Line Interface, System Monitoring, Configuration Management, User Interface (UI), Simulations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Security & Compliance on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), DevSecOps, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Responsible AI, Data Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Deployment, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Security Software, Operations

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Network Traffic and Logs Using IDS and SIEM Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Network Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Disaster Recovery

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, TCP/IP, Scripting, Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Network Security, Network Protocols

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Threats & Future Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Fraud detection, Security Awareness, Operational Risk, Cyber Governance, Digital Assets, Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, Financial Controls, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cryptographic Protocols, Risk Management Framework, Loss Prevention, Payment Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Technologies, IT Security Architecture, Application Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Cloud Services, Data Security, Docker (Software), Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Containerization, Data Centers, Vulnerability Scanning

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Excel Formatting and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integrity, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Security Controls, Data Security, Financial Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    CISM: Security Program Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Security Controls, Threat Management, IT Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Awareness, Program Implementation, Risk Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Control, Governance, Performance Metric, Risk Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Feasibility Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Firewall, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Hardening, File Systems, OS Process Management, Linux, Authentications, Zero Trust Network Access, Linux Servers, Remote Access Systems, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Network Security, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Security Controls, IT Security Architecture

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Future: University of Colorado System
  • Microsoft 365 Security, Identity & Administration Essentials: Whizlabs
  • Mastering Security Management with CDO: LearnQuest
  • Security & Compliance on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Network Traffic and Logs Using IDS and SIEM Tools: Google
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Packt
  • Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool: Coursera
  • Bitcoin Threats & Future Security: AI CERTs
  • Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals: Palo Alto Networks
  • Excel Formatting and Security: Coursera

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