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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.


Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Ransomware Playbook - A Complete Guide for IT Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Hardening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Authentications, Network Protocols

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    CyberSec First Responder – Advanced (CFR-A): Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Event Monitoring, Data Security, Vulnerability, System Monitoring, Analysis, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Bash (Scripting Language), Python Programming, Scripting, Linux, Scripting Languages

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Event Monitoring, Cyber Engineering, Patch Management, Network Security, Malware Protection, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Digital Forensics, Risk Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Team Motivation, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, General Networking, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    CFR: Risk and Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Analysis, Computer Security, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Appetite, Trend Analysis, Technical Documentation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    A General Approach to Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Threat Management, Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Kanban Principles, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Cloud-Native Computing, User Story, Cloud Storage, Sprint Retrospectives, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Authentications, Application Security, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), DevSecOps, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Penetration Testing, Firewall, Zero Trust Network Access

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Unveiling the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, NIST 800-53, Risk Management, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Authorization (Computing), Vulnerability Assessments, Disaster Recovery

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Ransomware Playbook - A Complete Guide for IT Professionals: Packt
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
  • CyberSec First Responder – Advanced (CFR-A): Analyze: CertNexus
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response: Edureka
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go: Kennesaw State University
  • CFR: Risk and Threat Analysis: CertNexus
  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • A General Approach to Risk Management: Kennesaw State University
  • IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations: IBM

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