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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: JSON, NoSQL, Javascript, Data Store, Data Import/Export, Cloud Computing, Software Development
★ 4.5 (36) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
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 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

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

Dartmouth College
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

Duke University
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 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
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 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning
★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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 (20) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
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 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
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 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months