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.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Security, OSI Models, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Local Area Networks, Virtualization
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Inference
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales Pipelines, Personal Development, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Professional Development, Sales Training, Sales, Account Management, Sales Strategy, Mentorship, Process Optimization, Employee Coaching, Forecasting, Self-Awareness, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Building, Stress Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Operational Risk, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Management, Security Controls, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Technical Communication, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Problem Solving, Solution Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cybersecurity, Network Security, Blockchain, Authentications, Data Integrity, Classification Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: API Testing, React.js, Authentications, Containerization, OAuth, Cloud Deployment, Back-End Web Development, PostgreSQL, API Gateway, Software Documentation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Front-End Web Development, Python Programming, Database Management, Restful API, SQL, API Design, Databases
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Data Access, Security Awareness, Multi-Factor Authentication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Project Coordination, Requirements Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management Software, Business Analysis, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Risk Management, Communication, Product Lifecycle Management, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Project Management, Developing Training Materials, Project Documentation, Issue Tracking, Productivity, Collaboration, Teamwork, Knowledge Transfer, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Persona Development, Content Marketing, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Content Strategy, Persona (User Experience), Social Media Content, Customer Engagement, Data Storytelling, User Research, Marketing Analytics, Performance Measurement, Scheduling, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks