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.

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Large Language Modeling, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon DynamoDB, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Amazon Web Services, Professional Networking, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Extract, Transform, Load, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Data Management, Problem Solving, Teamwork
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Swift Programming, Mobile Security, Mobile Development, Secure Coding, IT Security Architecture, Application Security, Data Validation, Vulnerability Assessments, Cryptography, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, HubSpot CRM, Brand Awareness, Surveys, Survey Creation, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Customer Analysis, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Loyalty Programs, Customer Insights, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, A/B Testing, AI Product Strategy, Target Audience, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Containerization, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Software Installation, Data Persistence, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microservices, Infrastructure Architecture, Scalability, Data Storage, Servers, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Cloud Deployment, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Big Data, Cloud Services, Analytics, Analysis, Data Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Database Architecture and Administration, Statistical Analysis, Data Strategy, Data Integration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Generative AI, Oral Expression, Large Language Modeling, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence, Scenario Testing, Business Correspondence, Productivity, Complex Problem Solving, Report Writing, Organizational Skills, Solution Design, Document Management, Critical Thinking, Software Versioning, Context Management, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Privacy, Social Media
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Data Security, Business Continuity, Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Performance Appraisal, Responsible AI, Negotiation, Human Resource Strategy, Culture Transformation, Applicant Tracking Systems, Performance Review, Talent Management, Strategic Leadership, Employee Engagement, Business Transformation, Organizational Development, Conflict Management, Employee Retention, Compensation Management, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Generative AI, Employee Onboarding
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Project Planning, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Risk Management Framework, Product Management, Project Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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