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.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Literacy, Project Design, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Performance Metric, Machine Learning, Statistical Inference
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, PySpark, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Apache Spark, Google Cloud Platform, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Big Data, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, LLM Application, HR Tech, Generative AI Agents, Human Resources, Information Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Governance, Employee Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Compliance Management, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Generative AI, Big Data, Emerging Technologies, Data Analysis, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, Business Logic, Business
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Key Management, Data Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Structures, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Continuous Monitoring, Query Languages
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
CertNexus
Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Data Collection, AI Workflows, Statistical Analysis, Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Descriptive Statistics, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Process Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Box Plots, Plot (Graphics), Seaborn, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Scatter Plots, Data Import/Export, Histogram, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Structures
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cloud Security, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Controls, Cyber Threat Hunting, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, Cyber Risk
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Human Factors (Security), Data Security, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Imaging, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours