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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.


Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Cryptography, Network Security, and Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, OSI Models, Cryptography, Encryption, Endpoint Security, Firewall, Malware Protection, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Virtualization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Software Design Threats and Mitigations

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Design, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Cryptography, Blockchain, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Security Architecture and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Cryptography, Security Engineering, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Infrastructure Security, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Data Integrity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Strategies for Cloud Security Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Risk Management Framework, Data Security, Security Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Information Privacy, NIST 800-53, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Google Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security Advanced Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Secure Coding, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, OS Process Management, Linux, Linux Servers, Data Security, Linux Commands, Information Systems Security, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Storage, Encryption, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Securing AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Incident Response, Application Security, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Attacks, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Securing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, File Management, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Cloud Applications, Cloud Security, Cloud Development, Identity and Access Management, Secure Coding, Security Awareness, Security Testing, Data Security, Cloud Deployment, User Provisioning, Software Development, Verification And Validation, Software Quality Assurance, Threat Management, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Cloud Security Scanner: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Google App Engine, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Cryptography, Network Security, and Application Security: Packt
  • Software Design Threats and Mitigations: University of Colorado System
  • Security Architecture and Engineering: Packt
  • Strategies for Cloud Security Risk Management: Google Cloud
  • Blockchain Security Advanced Protection : LearnQuest
  • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Securing AI Systems: Edureka
  • Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management: Packt
  • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest

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