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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.


Popular Cybersecurity Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Empathy and Data in Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Cyber Risk, Mitigation, Persuasive Communication, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Influencing, Empathy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Communication, Heat Maps

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Health Disparities, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Model Evaluation, Health Technology, Health Policy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Assessments, Responsible AI, Security Strategy, Data Security, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Encryption, Authentications, Penetration Testing, Data Management

    ★ 3.6 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Linux+ XK0-005

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Unix, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, User Provisioning, Shell Script, User Accounts, Software Versioning, System Configuration, Unix Shell, Scripting Languages, Package and Software Management, Network Administration

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Bayesian Statistics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Encryption, Data Structures, Arithmetic, General Mathematics, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Problem Solving, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Incident Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Affairs

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Google

    Introduction to Detection and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Document Management, Cybersecurity, NIST 800-53

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    LearnQuest

    Security for Blockchain and DApps

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Application Security, Network Security, Security Architecture Review, IT Security Architecture, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Solution Design

    ★ 4.6 (20) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Infosec

    Establishing Command-and-Control and Finding Credentials

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Authentications, Scripting, Python Programming, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Network Protocols

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Google Cloud

    Modern Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, DevOps, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Site Reliability Engineering, Digital Transformation, Agile Methodology, Automation, Critical Thinking

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

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

    Packt

    TOTAL - CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, Hardware Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Databases, Technical Support and Services, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Package and Software Management, Technical Support, Information Technology Operations, System Support, Database Management Systems, Computer Systems, Operating System Administration, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Patch Management, End User Training and Support

    ★ 3.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Contingency Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, Data Centers, Incident Management, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Configuration Management, Change Control, Digital Forensics, Scenario Testing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Empathy and Data in Risk Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Foundations of AI in Healthcare: SkillUp
  • Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services: Board Infinity
  • Linux+ XK0-005: Infosec
  • Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Cyber Security: Data Privacy: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Detection and Incident Response: Google
  • Security for Blockchain and DApps: LearnQuest
  • Establishing Command-and-Control and Finding Credentials: Infosec
  • Modern Security Operations: Google Cloud

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