Cybersecurity Resources

Whether you’re just starting out in cybersecurity or looking for learning resources for your team, Coursera offers a collection of tutorials, templates, and career guides for cybersecurity professionals at all levels.

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Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Python Programming, Linux, Cloud Computing, Audit, Computer Programming, Computer Security Incident Management, Cryptography, Databases, Leadership and Management, Network Architecture, Risk Management, SQL

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University of Maryland, College Park

Skills you'll gain: Cyberattacks, Human Computer Interaction, Network Security, Security Engineering, Security Strategy, Computer Security Models, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Software Security, Computer Networking

Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Cryptography, Network Security, Security Strategy, Cyberattacks, Software Security, System Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Networking Hardware, DevOps, Mobile Security, System Software, Security Engineering, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Databases, Leadership and Management, Operating Systems, Risk Management, SQL

What are the top skills needed to be a cybersecurity professional?

Cybersecurity-specific skills: Security skills are crucial for cybersecurity professionals to protect an organization's data and infrastructure from malicious attacks, identify vulnerabilities, and implement robust security measures

Operating systems: Deep familiarity with different operating systems allows cybersecurity experts to tailor their strategies and tools, ensuring comprehensive protection across diverse IT environments. Top operating systems to know include: 

Cloud security: Strong cloud security skills ensure that cybersecurity professionals can identify and mitigate potential threats, ensuring the integrity and availability of cloud-based resources:

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