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Data Security Courses

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.


Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


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    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Model, Cryptography, Web Applications

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Project Risk Management, Performance Reporting, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management Software, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Predictive Modeling with Python: Apply & Evaluate

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Analytics, Logistic Regression, Risk Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Transformation, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master Machine Learning with TensorFlow: Basics to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Tensorflow, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Matplotlib, Jupyter, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Artificial Neural Networks, Seaborn, Development Environment, Pandas (Python Package), Regression Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation Analysis in Law Firms

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Legal Technology, People Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Benchmarking, Labor Compliance, Generative AI, Employee Retention, Analysis, Operational Efficiency

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Introduction to Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Persona Development, Smart Goals, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Management, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Facebook, Marketing Channel, Instagram, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Authentications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Big Data, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Preprocessing, Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Migration, Apache Airflow, Model Evaluation, Data Lakes, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - Welcome and Risks 1-5

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Hardening, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, System Configuration, Encryption

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    H2O.ai

    H2O Gen AI Ecosystem Overview - Level 1

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Application Development, Model Deployment, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Mask Detector with Python & TensorFlow: Build & Deploy

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Cloud Deployment, Tensorflow, Amazon Web Services, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Deployment, Application Development, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Vision, Data Preprocessing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI: Coursera
  • Predictive Modeling with Python: Apply & Evaluate: EDUCBA
  • Master Machine Learning with TensorFlow: Basics to Advanced: EDUCBA
  • GenAI for Compensation Analysis in Law Firms: Coursera
  • Introduction to Social Media Marketing: Meta
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Pearson
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Machine Learning Engineer: Google Cloud
  • OWASP Top 10 - Welcome and Risks 1-5: Infosec

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