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.
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Consolidation, Automation, Data Visualization, Data Management, Business Requirements
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Debugging, Unreal Engine, Animations, Programming Principles, Graphics Software, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), No-Code Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Scripting
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Web Servers, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Email Security, Linux, Nginx, Apache, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Operating System Administration, Server Administration, Active Directory, System Configuration, Proxy Servers, Network Security, Firewall, File Management, Identity and Access Management, Authentications
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

EDUCBA
Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Application Development, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Microsoft 365, Compliance Auditing, Microsoft Azure, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Data Governance, Cloud Security, Records Management, Data Loss Prevention, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Data Security, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, SQL
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Security Strategy, Responsible AI, Risking, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, Graphics Software, File Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Communication, Positivity, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Teaching, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Internet Of Things, Digital pedagogy, Computer Science, Social Impact, Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Scripting, Geospatial Mapping, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Firewall, Virtual Networking, Containerization, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours