• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Information Security

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


  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Virtualization, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Mobile Security, Peripheral Devices, System Configuration, Wireless Networks, Data Storage

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Innovation

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Information Privacy, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Compliance Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Program Development, Data Sharing, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    23 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Model Evaluation, Markov Model, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    495 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Linux: File Management for Devops

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, File Management, Linux Administration, File Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    444 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Digital Healthcare Informatics and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Technology Roadmaps, Patient Flow, Public Health, Health Systems, Innovation, Health Care, Healthcare Project Management, Systems Integration, Data Analysis, Health Policy, Medical Terminology, Emerging Technologies, Data Management, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Regulatory Compliance, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Microsoft Endpoint Manager and Intune

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Security Management, Azure Active Directory

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Spatial Analysis and Satellite Imagery in a GIS

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Image Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    628 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Certified Kubernetes Application Developer Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Conflict Management, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Initiative and Leadership, Data Analysis Software, Patient-centered Care

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Managing Data Lakes & Pipelines with Google Cloud Dataplex

    Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Data Integration, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Data Governance, Analytics, Data Quality, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Automation

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…231232233…727

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

  • CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201): Packt
  • Business Strategy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 1: Infosec
  • Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Linux: File Management for Devops: Coursera
  • Modern Data Analytics with Python, Excel & Generative AI: Coursera
  • Digital Healthcare Informatics and AI: Illinois Tech
  • Mastering Microsoft Endpoint Manager and Intune: Packt
  • Spatial Analysis and Satellite Imagery in a GIS: University of Toronto
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer Exam Prep: LearnKartS

Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

Cybersecurity (33)
Google (25)
Google Cloud Platform (17)
Internet (17)
Cryptography (16)
Network Security (16)
Linux (12)
Software Testing (12)
Information Security (10)
Application Programming Interfaces (8)
Kubernetes (8)
Web (8)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok