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.

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Safety and Security, Psychological Evaluations, Adult Education, Resilience, Empathy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Teaching, TCP/IP, Student Engagement, Network Protocols, Pedagogy, Multimedia, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Music
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Informatics, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Computing Platforms, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Capacity Management, Data Centers, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cloud Computing, Oncology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: File Management, Document Management, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Email Automation, Version Control, Intranet, Automation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Excel Macros, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Web Applications, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Programming Interface (API), Exploitation techniques, Web Servers, Cloud Security, SQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Generative AI Agents, Microsoft Power Platform, AI Security, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Governance, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Mitigation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Python Programming, OS Process Management, Data Processing, Scalability, Database Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, Web Applications, SQL, Databases
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Personalization, Internet Of Things, Customer Engagement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence, Network Performance Management, Wireless Networks, Generative AI Agents, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Digital Communications, Communication, System Design and Implementation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Desktop Support, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Data Ethics, Network Troubleshooting, Telecommuting, Information Technology, Collaborative Software, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Docker (Software), CI/CD, Package and Software Management, Virtual Machines, Network Security
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours