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Information Security Courses

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.


Popular Information Security Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Ball State University

    Cybersecurity and Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity

    Build toward a degree

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Management, Health Care, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Information Management, Data Security, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Records Management, Security Controls, Information Technology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Information Assurance, Security Strategy, Incident Response, Incident Management, Data Management, Auditing, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Metrics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Personnel & Third-Party Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, People Management, Due Diligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Auditing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Security Awareness, Risk Management Framework

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Firewall, Threat Detection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cloud Storage, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Encryption

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cryptography, Encryption

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    238 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Cybersecurity Prevention and Detection: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, Email Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Data Governance, IT Automation, Event Monitoring, Incident Response

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Campus BBVA

    Cybersecurity for Tech Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Security, Fraud detection, Application Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Information Technology Operations, Threat Detection, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Authentications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    191 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cybersecurity and Secure Software Design: Ball State University
  • Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings: ISC2
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 3: Infosec
  • Personnel & Third-Party Security: University of California, Irvine
  • CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection: Packt
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information at Home: Kennesaw State University
  • Cybersecurity: Protecting your Information on the Go: Kennesaw State University
  • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University
  • Cybersecurity Prevention and Detection: Unit 2: Pearson

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