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.

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Key Management, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security Incident Management, File Systems, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Linux, Malware Protection, Operating System Administration, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Workflow Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Human Factors (Security), Threat Management, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Security Strategy, Employee Training, Behavior Management, Insurance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Graphing, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Embeddings, AI Security, Model Deployment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Deployment, Keras (Neural Network Library), NumPy, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Development Environment, Pandas (Python Package), Deep Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Science
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Query Languages, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Technical Communication, Data Presentation, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Secure Coding, Firewall, Application Security, Authentications, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Governance, Security Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Software Visualization
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Technical Management, Model Evaluation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Performance Reporting, Predictive Analytics, Fraud detection, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Data Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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