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 Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Distributed Computing, Scalability, Software Architecture, File I/O, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Cloud Development, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Linux, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Communication Systems
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Impact, Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Network Protocols
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università Bocconi
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Big Data, Business Metrics, A/B Testing, Case Studies, Probability, Machine Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, System Configuration, Software Installation, Virtual Machines
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Video Game Development, Game Design, Model View Controller, JSON, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development, OAuth, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Apple Xcode, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy, Usability Testing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Apache Spark, Microsoft Azure, Data Integration, PySpark, Data Lakes, Jupyter, File Systems, Data Processing, Big Data, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

KodeKloud
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Linux Commands, CI/CD, DevOps, YAML, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage, Computer Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Simulations, Data Analysis Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Data Integration, Report Writing, IT Automation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Computer Security Awareness Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Budgeting, Data Visualization, Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, Data Sharing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours