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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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    Packt

    Linux PAM Security Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Security Controls, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Security Fundamentals and Identity Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Multi-Factor Authentication, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, Threat Management, Data Security, Information Privacy, Network Security, Authorization (Computing)

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    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    OT/ICS Certified Security Professional Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Computer Security Incident Management, Infrastructure Security, Security Testing, Control Systems, Information Systems Security, Continuous Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Risk Analysis, Operational Risk, Data Security, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Operational Databases

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Security and Layouts

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Authentications, Salesforce Development, Data Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Event Monitoring, Application Security, Security Strategy, Data Sharing, Responsive Web Design, Compliance Reporting, User Accounts, Application Development, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mobile Devices, Security, and Operational Procedures

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Mobile Security, Security Awareness, Malware Protection, Operating System Administration, Email Security, Android (Operating System), Data Maintenance, Multi-Factor Authentication, System Configuration, Apple iOS, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Authentications, Change Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, System Configuration, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Configuration Management, Google Cloud Platform, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    Mastering Security Management with CDO

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Data Sharing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Governance, DevSecOps, Security Strategy, Security Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Awareness, Security Software, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, IT Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Information System Security Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Information Systems Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Risk Management Framework, Security Requirements Analysis, Application Security, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Data Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Risk, Enterprise Architecture, Data Integrity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Network Security, Application Security, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Management, Cloud Security, OSI Models, Continuous Monitoring

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows PowerShell, Windows Servers, File Systems, System Software, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Active Directory, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Containerization, User Accounts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Linux PAM Security Administration: Packt
  • Security Fundamentals and Identity Management: Packt
  • OT/ICS Certified Security Professional Prep: Infosec
  • Salesforce Security and Layouts: LearnKartS
  • Mobile Devices, Security, and Operational Procedures: Packt
  • Security Command Center Fundamentals: Google Cloud
  • Mastering Security Management with CDO: LearnQuest
  • Cyber Security: Essentials for AI: Macquarie University
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Packt
  • Fundamentals of Information System Security Architecture: LearnQuest

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