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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.


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Popular Data Security Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Security Command Center Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, System Configuration, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Configuration Management, Google Cloud Platform, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Business Implementation and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Blockchain, Business Continuity, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Assessments, Enterprise Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Security, Application Frameworks, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Advanced Security and Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardening, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Human Factors (Security), Technical Support and Services, Encryption, Command-Line Interface, Authentications, Wireless Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Linux PAM Security Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Security Controls, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Security Solutions Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Vulnerability Management, Authorization (Computing), Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free
    Free
    A

    Amazon Web Services

    Increasing Application Security: Bedrock Guardrails & GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Computer Security, Secure Coding, Security Engineering, Hardening, Application Security, Cyber Engineering, Responsible AI, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Security Controls

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Advanced Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Algebra

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Status: AI skills
    AI skills
    G

    Google

    Google Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, SQL

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    62K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Enterprise System Management and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, OSI Models, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Information Technology, Enterprise Security, Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Enterprise Architecture, Data Integrity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    636 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    Packt

    Data Storytelling for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Infographics, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Security Essentials for Modern Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Testing, Security Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Vulnerability Assessments, CI/CD, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Deployment

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques, Software Design Patterns

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    589 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Security Command Center Fundamentals: Google Cloud
  • Business Implementation and Security: SkillUp
  • Advanced Security and Troubleshooting: Packt
  • Linux PAM Security Administration: Packt
  • Microsoft Security Solutions Capabilities: Whizlabs
  • Increasing Application Security: Bedrock Guardrails & GenAI: Amazon Web Services
  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Google Cybersecurity: Google
  • Enterprise System Management and Security : University of Colorado System
  • Data Storytelling for Data Professionals: Packt

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