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      Pearson

      Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Exploitation techniques, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Test Automation, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 7

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cloud Computing, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Data Security, Public Key Infrastructure

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Security Awareness, Authentications

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Business Intelligence, Content Creation, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Palo Alto Networks

      Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Threat Modeling, Cloud Infrastructure, Security Management, Firewall, Encryption, Network Infrastructure, Software As A Service, Security Strategy, Cloud Applications, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Threat Detection, Public Cloud, Public Key Infrastructure, Incident Response, Security Controls

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      820 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM IT Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Software Design, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Cybersecurity Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Budget Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Leadership Development, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Business Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Business Metrics, Vendor Management, Team Leadership, Compliance Auditing, Business Communication, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Development of Secure Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Operating Systems, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Wireless Networks, Threat Modeling, System Programming, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Edureka

      Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Jenkins, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Microsoft Copilot, Software Development, Code Review, Application Security, Key Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 6

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Application Security, Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, User Provisioning, Cloud Security, Azure Active Directory, Data Governance, DevSecOps, Data Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Identity and Access Management, Microsoft 365, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Microsoft Copilot, Encryption, Authentications

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3: Pearson
    • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 7: Pearson
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity: Palo Alto Networks
    • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
    • Real-World Cybersecurity Leadership: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: EIT Digital
    • Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development: Edureka

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