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Network Security Courses

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.


Popular Network Security Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Advanced Linux Networking and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Ansible, Kubernetes, Authentications, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Administration, System Configuration, Remote Access Systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Network Protocols, Network Security, Security Controls, Firewall, Web Servers, Encryption

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Next-Generation Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Management, Firewall, Incident Response, Network Security, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Information Technology and Security Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Network Traffic Analysis for Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, OSI Models, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Analysis, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Incident Response, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Firewall, TCP/IP, Network Administration, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, General Networking, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Authentications, Authorization (Computing)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, Cloud Services, AI Security, Security Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Threat Detection, Cloud Management, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · 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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Security Awareness, Risk Management Framework

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EC-Council

    Network Defense Essentials: Hands-On Edition

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Mobile Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Monitoring, Wireless Networks, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Threat Detection, Internet Of Things

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtualization, Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Cloud Security, Wireless Networks, Peripheral Devices

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    GCP Security and Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Virtual Networking, Network Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Network Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), General Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Firewall, Cloud Management, Key Management, Load Balancing, DevOps, Encryption, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Network Protocols

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Advanced Linux Networking and Security: Packt
  • Next-Generation Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention: LearnQuest
  • Information Technology and Security Principles: Packt
  • Network Traffic Analysis for Incident Response: Infosec
  • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 5: Pearson
  • Securing Cloud and Hybrid Networks: LearnQuest
  • Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management: Packt
  • Security Foundations, Threats, and Network Protection: Packt
  • Network Defense Essentials: Hands-On Edition: EC-Council
  • Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security: Packt

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