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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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    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Database Management, Cryptography, Data Import/Export, Public Key Infrastructure, MySQL, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, SQL, PostgreSQL, Command-Line Interface

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Security Management, NIST 800-53, Incident Response, Security Strategy, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Legal Risk

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, OSI Models, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Cyber Security Strategy, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Development Environment, Data Security, Software Development Life Cycle

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Information Privacy, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Authentications, Threat Detection, User Provisioning, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Management, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Threat Modeling, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Architecture, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Software Engineering Tools, Security Software, Systems Design, Software Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, Technical Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Data Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Relational Databases, Encryption, SQL

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Securing AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Incident Response, Application Security, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardening, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Data Security for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Security, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Secure Coding, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Web Development, Application Security, Web Applications, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Health Information Management, Data Sharing, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Regulatory Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    Information Technologies and Security in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Health Information Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Security, Telehealth, Security Management, Information Privacy, Electronic Medical Record, Threat Management, Emerging Technologies, Information Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Telemedicine Data Security

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Telehealth, Health Technology, Generative AI, Healthcare Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Security Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, System Implementation, Data Security, Analysis, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto: EDUCBA
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • Cyber Security – Technology and Governance: University of London
  • Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals: IBM
  • Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security: Macquarie University
  • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
  • Cloud Data Security: University of Minnesota
  • Securing AI Systems: Edureka
  • Data Security for Web Developers: Codio
  • Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​: ISC2

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