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 Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Health Informatics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Python Programming, Probability Distribution, Computational Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Azure, Load Balancing, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Network Architecture, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Virtual Machines, User Provisioning, Network Security, Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Deployment, Virtual Networking, Event Monitoring, Cloud-Native Computing
★ 4.8 (32) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google DeepMind
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Gemini, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Real Time Data, Key Management, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Cloud Deployment, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development
★ 4.4 (10) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Project Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.7 (164) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Java, Java Programming, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
★ 4.6 (96) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Keyword Research, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, AI Enablement, Editing, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Technology Strategies, Writing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Performance Improvement, Operational Performance Management, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Operational Efficiency
★ 4.6 (94) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy
★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Automation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering, Data Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Programming
★ 4.6 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Analysis, Business Reporting, Data Access, Performance Analysis, Excel Macros, Business Analysis, Course Development, Design, Business Development, Professional Development, IT Automation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Project Management, Data Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Business Analytics, Analytics, Google Sheets, Project Design, Timelines, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Data Preprocessing, Agile Methodology, Employee Surveys
★ 4.4 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Architecture, Networking Hardware, Internet Of Things, Network Routing, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Enterprise Architecture, Network Security
★ 4.8 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks