Artificial Intelligence brings transformative benefits but also unprecedented privacy, security, and compliance risks. Recent incidents (i.e. Samsung, McDonald’s, OpenAI, Slack) and regulatory actions show what happens when these risks are ignored. This course teaches learners to secure AI systems by implementing privacy-by-design, least privilege, DLP, and dynamic access controls and to map these controls to global regulations. Through case studies, policy drafting, and hands-on labs, learners develop the skills to assess risks, deploy controls, and respond to incidents in real AI environments. No advanced programming or AI expertise is required. All you need is basic IT/security knowledge.
Secure AI with Privacy and Access Controls
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What you'll learn
Analyze real-world AI security, privacy, and access control risks to understand how these manifest in their own organizations.
Design technical controls and governance frameworks to secure AI systems, guided by free tools and industry guidelines.
Assess privacy laws' impact on AI, draft compliant policies, and tackle compliance challenges.
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There are 3 modules in this course
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What's included
7 readings
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What's included
6 readings
This module prepares learners for AI compliance and security audits through interactive scenarios, governance frameworks, and practical tools. It covers policy drafting, audit readiness, evidence management, and secure AI deployment. Learners gain skills in risk assessment, regulatory gap analysis, and ethical governance, equipping them to navigate evolving AI compliance and security challenges in regulated industries.
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8 readings1 assignment
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