“information security”
- IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts
Skills you’ll gain: Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Strategy, Information Technology, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Threat Management, Firewall, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Hardening
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars·25K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 – 3 Months
- Cybersecurity
Skills you’ll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Hardening, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Professional Networking, Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, Security Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Debugging, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars·52K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 – 6 Months
- CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Skills you’ll gain: Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Application Security, Incident Management, Security Engineering, Data Security, Network Security, OSI Models, Data Loss Prevention
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars·
71 reviewsBeginner · Specialization · 3 – 6 Month
- Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials
Skills you’ll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Hardening, Data Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, Malware Protection, Information Privacy, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars·921 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 – 4 Weeks
- Status: New
New
Security Governance,Compliance & Risk Management
Skills you’ll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Compliance Auditing, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Penetration Testing, Governance, Data Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Vendor Management
Advanced · Course · 1 – 4 Week - Status: New
New
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Skills you’ll gain: Security Management, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, IT Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery
4
Rating, 4 out of 5 stars·
9 reviewsIntermediate · Course · 1 – 4 Weeks
- Foundations of Cybersecurity
Skills you’ll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Information Assurance, Data Ethics, Network Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct
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4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars·34K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 – 4 Week
- Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance
Skills you’ll gain: Audit Planning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Auditing, Compliance Auditing, Information Assurance, Risk Management, IT Management, Security Controls, Internal Controls, System Implementation, Change Management, Risk Analysis, Performance Review, Incident Management
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars·3.9K reviews
Beginner · Course
- IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity
Skills you’ll gain: IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Linux, Incident Response, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Linux Administration, Network Security, Network Protocols, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Risk, Data Ethics, Cyber Governance
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars·22K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 – 6 Month
- Cybersecurity Analyst
Skills you’ll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Linux, Computer Security Incident Management, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment
Build toward a degree
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars·
26K reviewsBeginner · Professional Certificate · 3 – 6 Months
- Cybersecurity Specialist
Skills you’ll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Computing Platforms, Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Peripheral Devices, Configuration Management, Cybersecurity, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Platforms
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars·13K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 – 6 Months
- Computer Networks and Network Security
Skills you’ll gain: Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Network Security, Network Protocols, Endpoint Detection and Response, Network Routing, Cybersecurity, Local Area Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Firewall, General Networking, Information Systems Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Endpoint Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Planning And Design, Wireless Networks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Analysis, Data Loss Prevention.
1. Course Content & Structure
Core Topics Covered:
Programming Fundamentals: Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, SQL, HTML/CSS 128.
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Classes, objects, inheritance, design patterns (e.g., SOLID principles) 28.
Web Development: Frontend (React, DOM manipulation) and backend (Node.js, RESTful APIs) 48.
Databases: SQL (PostgreSQL), NoSQL (MongoDB), data normalization 48.
DevOps & Tools: Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, infrastructure-as-code 48.
Software Engineering Principles: Agile/Scrum methodologies, software testing (unit/integration), and SDLC 17.
Project Work: Capstone projects (e.g., building full-stack apps) and industry-relevant portfolios 48.
⏳ 2. Duration & Flexibility
Short Courses: 8–16 weeks (e.g., VOKS Institute’s 16-week program) 8.
Self-Paced Options: Platforms like Coursera and FutureLearn offer flexible timelines 17.
Part-Time/Full-Time: School of IT (South Africa) and ELATT (UK) provide both modes.