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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


  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Mobile Security

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Digital Forensics, Investigation, Mobile Development, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cybersecurity, iOS Development, Application Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Computer Security, Incident Response, Data Analysis Software, Authentications, Data Integrity, Data Storage

    ★ 4.7 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Data Science Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (226) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Databricks, Data Processing, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Database Theory, Databases, Cloud Services, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Database Software, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Cloud Storage, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Data Store, SQL

    ★ 4.6 (923) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, Advanced Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence, Descriptive Statistics

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Security Operations & Software Development Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Security Controls, Security Management, DevSecOps, Security Software, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Information Technology Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Test Tools, Incident Response, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining

    ★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Open source Data Engineering with Spark, dbt & Airflow

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Ansible, Cloud Security, Diagram Design, Data Validation, Database Design, Apache Airflow, Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Interviewing Skills, Apache Spark, PySpark, CI/CD, Docker (Software), SQL, Workflow Management, Git (Version Control System)

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Responsible AI, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Infographics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Root Cause Analysis, Model Evaluation, AI literacy, Risk Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Automation

    ★ 4.3 (205) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Development Testing, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Test Case, Software Development, Scalability

    ★ 4 (64) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Program Development

    ★ 4.7 (3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    PowerBI for Beginners: Data transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Predictive Modeling

    ★ 4.8 (30) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Clinical Trials Data Management and Quality Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Data Quality, Quality Assurance, Clinical Trial Management Systems, Case Report Forms, Clinical Trials, Data Maintenance, Clinical Monitoring, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Integrity, Clinical Research, Microsoft Excel, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Data Sharing, Data Security, Treatment Planning, Statistical Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (193) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data security courses

  • Cyber Security: Mobile Security: Macquarie University
  • Data Science Challenge: Coursera
  • Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Power BI: Microsoft
  • Security Operations & Software Development Security: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Open source Data Engineering with Spark, dbt & Airflow: Coursera
  • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Amazon
  • Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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