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.
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Algorithms, Computational Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Large Language Modeling, Cloud API, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Gmail, Google Workspace, Information Management, Data Management, Data Security, Document Management, Records Management, Data Storage, Data Access, Data Import/Export, Email Security, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, OS Process Management, Ubuntu, System Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), File Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Virtual Networking, System Configuration, Network Security, General Networking
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Systems Integration, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Integration, Contract Management, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Web Services, Business Reporting, Data Ethics, Integration Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Design Patterns, Security Controls, Customer Data Management, Analytics, Data Security
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Design Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Mockups, Figma (Design Software), Information Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Big Data, Serverless Computing, SQL, Performance Tuning, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, YAML, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Routing, Computer Networking, Data Modeling, Extensible Markup Language (XML), JSON, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Development, Database Systems, Data Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Oracle Databases, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, User Accounts
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dell
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Digital Transformation, Data Centers, Customer Relationship Building, Market Research, Customer Insights, Sales, Technical Sales, Interviewing Skills, Outside Sales, Inside Sales, Data Storage Technologies, Communication, Computer Hardware, Software As A Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Smart Goals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks