Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Design Thinking, Process Design, AI Enablement, Large Language Modeling, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Project Portfolio Management, Technical Communication, Customer experience improvement
★ 4.6 (677) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages
★ 4.9 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computational Logic, Microarchitecture, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software
★ 4.5 (199) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Telecommunications, Network Infrastructure
★ 4.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Royal Holloway, University of London
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication
★ 4.8 (127) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Social Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Unstructured Data, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unsupervised Learning, Data Processing
★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Decision Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, AI Enablement, Technology Roadmaps, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Solutions, Organizational Strategy, AI Product Strategy, Organizational Change, Product Roadmaps, Feasibility Studies, System Requirements, Business Planning, Project Planning
★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Vulnerability Scanning, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Exploit development, Database Management, Security Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Cryptography, Brute-force attacks, Database Software, Threat Detection, Data Import/Export, Cybersecurity, Linux, Linux Administration
★ 4.8 (105) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Store, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, SQL, Data Storage, Query Languages, Relational Databases
★ 3.5 (100) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, Test Case, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Development Testing, System Testing, Prototyping, Program Development, Software Documentation, Hardware Architecture, Python Programming
★ 4.7 (957) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, JUnit, Model Training, Build Tools, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Java, Performance Tuning, Decision Tree Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Apache Maven, Data Structures, Random Forest Algorithm, Gradle, Data Pipelines, Software Architecture, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Apache, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Threat Management, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Record Keeping, Problem Management, Google Cloud Platform
★ 3.8 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks