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.

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Geospatial Information and Technology, Histogram, Seaborn, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Jupyter, Geospatial Mapping, Python Programming, Integrated Development Environments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Network Administration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Matlab, Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Applied Machine Learning, ChatGPT, Scatter Plots, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Computer Programming, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, AI Personalization, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Programming Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Cloud API, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Accounts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Software Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Routers, System Configuration, Network Switches, Wide Area Networks, Servers
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Safety Culture, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Generative AI, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Anomaly Detection, Data Security, Security Strategy, Network Security, Security Software, Change Management, Machine Learning Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Visualization
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Data Management, Data Sharing, Incident Response, Governance, Risk Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Application Security, Information Technology Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Storyboarding, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Persistence, Professionalism, Creativity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Exploit development, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, System Configuration, Digital Forensics, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Digital Forensics, Microsoft Windows, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Data Validation, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Storytelling, Content Creation, Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Management, Creativity, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Care, digital literacy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months