Top 5 FREE Cyber Security Certifications
Here are some cool cybersecurity Certificates and badges that are worth doing and you can get without paying hundreds or thousands of dollars for a similar certification. These are actually good to have if you are either trying to get a job in Cyber Security or improving Skills for your current role in cybersecurity.
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1. Fortinet Network Security Expert
As the name suggest its more to teach you about securing computer networks. It provides free access to NSE Level 1 to 3 with hands-on practical applications. You also get free exam vouchers upon completion of course. You also get a certificate upon course completion if score is more than 80%.
Fortinet Cybersecurity awareness certification consists of three Levels which are absolutely free for everyone. In this course, You will be introduced to latest cyberthreats, advised on how to secure your information, Cybersecurity products, Cloud Security, Security-Driven networking, Security Operations etc.
Course & Certificate — https://training.fortinet.com/course/
2. LetsDefend.io
If you want to get into defensive security, letsdefend is the best choice for you. It provides Hands-on experience to gain real world skills. it takes you through the blue teamer career path and gives badges on completion of modules.
It is the best plateform to get the skills of SOC Analyst, malware analysis and Incident responder. You can learn through modules, practice and sharpen you skills. You will be able to Understand The SOC, Investigate The Incidents, Land An Entry-Level Job.
here are some extra features it has:- 15 cases to test each month, Monitoring, Log Search, Case Management, Endpoint Security.
Use this link & get free $5 — https://app.letsdefend.io/accounts/signup/sam5epi0l/
training+badges+certificate — https://app.letsdefend.io/training/lessons/siem-101
3. Cybrary.it
Cybrary has a big name in cybersecurity professional development. It provides 45+ free courses with completion certificate covering all different types of Cyber Security roles.
Prepare yourself to take the next step in your career with Cybrary’s guided, job-specific career paths. Cybrary work with industry experts and learning professionals to ensure each path provides you with the skills you need to start your career, earn a promotion, earn critical industry certifications. Learn at your own pace and on your schedule to achieve your goals.
Course & Certifications — https://app.cybrary.it/browse/refined/?license=1
Cybrary blog — https://www.cybrary.it/blog/
4. splunk.com
Splunk, the well-known secure data platform for the hybrid cloud environment. Candidates who are Splunk Certified earn an average of 16% more than their uncertified peers.
You can enjoy the training & labs to understand Splunk software for free. Learn the basic knowledge of Splunk & other related cyber security topics.
Get up to speed with training and education for novices up to expert level. Whether you’re into the cloud or an app developer, find the learning path that’s best for you.
Course & Certifications — https://www.splunk.com/en_us/training.html
5. LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning is well known for preparing to get job ready, It has premium version to access all course & certificates but also provides some free foundation course for cybersecurity.
Set a rock-solid foundation for your network, users, and data by learning about the basics of cybersecurity. Security expert Malcolm Shore describes how to assess and mitigate risks using various cybersecurity frameworks and control standards, such as NIST, COBIT 5, and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).
Course & Certifications — https://www.linkedin.com/learning/cybersecurity-foundations-2
A typical assessment consists of 15 multiple choice questions and each question tests at least one concept or subskill. score in the top 30%, and earn a skill badge. You may receive a link to the assessment because the recruiter for the job you’ve applied to has listed a skill as a Desired Skill.
Skill Badges — https://www.linkedin.com/skill-assessments/hub/quizzes/
Wrapping Up
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