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Data Security Courses

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.

Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Learn About JSON with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, NoSQL, Javascript, Data Store, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Software Development

    4.5 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (36) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Management, Anomaly Detection, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Event Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Modern Deep Learning Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Hands-On Web App Pentesting

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Web Applications, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Application Security, Test Tools, Web Servers, Content Management Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Databases

    4.2 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • D

    Duke University

    Operationalizing LLMs on Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI API, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI, Model Deployment, Risk Management Framework, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Embeddings, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Python Programming

    4.2 stars, 53 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Advanced HR Leadership: Strategy, Talent, and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Recruitment, Leadership Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, HR Tech, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment, Strategic Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Structure, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Resources Software, Cultural Diversity

    3.9 stars, 31 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning

    4.5 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Sales Toolkit with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Sales Process, Sales Presentation, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Retention, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Analysis, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workflow Management, Sales, Responsible AI, Sales Presentations, Email Automation, Calendar Management

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Files and directories in the Linux filesystem

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, File Management, Linux Administration, Operating Systems, Unix, Command-Line Interface, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Структуры данных Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, File I/O, Data Processing, Data Dictionary, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Storage, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.9 stars, 26 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Issues in AI and Professional Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Diversity Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity Programs, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, AI literacy, Cultural Diversity, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Case Studies

    4.5 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • Learn About JSON with JavaScript: Coursera
  • Introduction to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS): Johns Hopkins University
  • Modern Deep Learning Foundations: Packt
  • Hands-On Web App Pentesting: Packt
  • Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks: Dartmouth College
  • Operationalizing LLMs on Azure: Duke University
  • Advanced HR Leadership: Strategy, Talent, and Innovation: Board Infinity
  • Deep Learning for Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Sales Toolkit with Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Files and directories in the Linux filesystem: Coursera

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