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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


  • I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, OSI Models, General Networking, Database Administration, Data Security, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.7 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Information Technology Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Database Management, Database Management Systems, ArcGIS, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Data Mapping, Data Import/Export, Open Source Technology, Web Applications, Mobile Development

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Information Gathering and Vetting

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Data Collection, Investigation, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Data Sharing, Persuasive Communication, Data Analysis, Information Management

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Acquisition Management, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Persona Development, Ideation, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, New Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Solution Design, Strategic Partnership, Process Mapping, Brainstorming, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Product Development, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.5 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Cloud Technologies, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Network Engineering, Network Monitoring, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure

    ★ 4.6 (81) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Software Development Life Cycle, Productivity Software, Risk Management Framework, digital literacy, Systems Design, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Agile Project Management, Hardware Architecture, Agile Software Development, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Productivity

    ★ 4.6 (341) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Master of Science in Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Quality Assurance, Object Oriented Design, Process Mapping, Enterprise Architecture, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Data Governance, User Research, Stakeholder Engagement, Systems Development Life Cycle, Algorithms, Agile Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Cybersecurity, Responsive Web Design, User Experience Design, UI/UX Strategy, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • I

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    Bachelor in Information Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storytelling, Serverless Computing, Javascript and jQuery, Network Troubleshooting, Database Management Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Open Source Technology, Cloud-Native Computing, Project Scoping, Networking Hardware, Virtualization, Unified Modeling Language, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Computer Hardware, Design Thinking, Team Oriented, DevSecOps

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • I

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    Master of Information Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Operating System Administration, Open Source Technology, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Linux, Package and Software Management, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Serverless Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Development, Network Security, Shell Script, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Linux Administration, Microsoft Windows, Test Driven Development (TDD)

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • P

    Packt

    CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Service Level Agreement, Data Governance, Systems Development Life Cycle, Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Software Development Life Cycle, IT Management, Systems Development, Incident Management, IT General Controls (ITGC), Problem Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Cryptography, Cloud Management, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Software Development Methodologies, Auditing, Internal Controls

    ★ 4.7 (67) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    CompTIA Security+ 701

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Computer Security, Risk Management

    ★ 4.6 (651) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • V

    Voxy

    Intermediate English: Relaying Information

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Cooking, Communication, Active Listening, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Concision, Communication Strategies, Grammar, Meal Planning And Preparation, Education Software and Technology, Detail Oriented, Business Technologies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information security courses

  • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
  • Geospatial Information Technology Essentials: L&T EduTech
  • Information Gathering and Vetting: Arizona State University
  • Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup: University of Minnesota
  • Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Master of Science in Information Systems: Northeastern University
  • Bachelor in Information Technology: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Master of Information Technology: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor: Packt

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