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.

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Network Security, Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Transaction Processing, Data Validation, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, Network Protocols, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, General Networking, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Unilever
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Descriptive Analytics, Data Storytelling, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Presentations, Data Visualization, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Planning, Process Improvement, Data Management, Data Lakes, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Inventory and Warehousing, Data Analysis Software, Real Time Data, Problem Solving
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Fortinet, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Network Architecture, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Data Governance, Program Standards, Computer Security
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

EC-Council
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cryptography, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Internet Of Things, Risk Analysis, Web Applications
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Cryptography, DevSecOps, Encryption, Secure Coding, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Encryption Standard, Cloud-Native Computing, Security Controls, Application Security, Cloud Security, CI/CD, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Development, Software Architecture
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Application Security, Blockchain, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, Scalability, Application Design, Payment Systems, Transaction Processing, Cryptography, FinTech, Emerging Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Exploit development, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Computer Security, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptographic Protocols, IT Security Architecture, Telecommunications, Network Administration, NIST 800-53, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Encryption, Governance Risk Management and Compliance
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Data Security, Security Strategy, Application Security, IT Infrastructure, Information Management, Enterprise Security, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks