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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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    University of Colorado System

    Enterprise System Management and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, OSI Models, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Enterprise Architecture

    4.7
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    636 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Internet History, Technology, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Web Applications, Computer Networking, Encryption, Network Infrastructure, Innovation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Data Integration, Data Storage, & Data Migration

    Skills you'll gain: Data Migration, Cloud Storage, Data Management, Data Integration, Data Storage, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Security, Data Pipelines, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, IT Security Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Private Cloud, Security Awareness, Data Centers, Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Security Controls, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Service Level

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Data Analytics and Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Application, Database Management, Database Systems, Big Data, Machine Learning Algorithms, Databases, NoSQL, SQL, MySQL, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Database Theory, Data Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Exploratory Data Analysis, Transaction Processing, Apache Kafka, Stored Procedure

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    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Data Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authentications, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, System Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Computing, Data Governance, Active Directory, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, LLM Application

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Linux Server Management and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Systems Administration, System Configuration, Hardening, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Computer Security, Network Administration, Authentications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    917 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Software Security for Web Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), OAuth, Data Validation, Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Software Testing, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Data Integrity, Server Side, Security Strategy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Management, IT Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Security for Blockchain and DApps

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Computer Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Security Engineering, Vulnerability Assessments, Secure Coding, Cryptographic Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Security Testing, Solution Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Security and Auditing in Ethereum

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Payment Systems, Blockchain, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Code Review, Data Security, Development Testing, Authorization (Computing), Data Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Auditing, Compliance Auditing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Enterprise System Management and Security : University of Colorado System
  • Internet History, Technology, and Security: University of Michigan
  • Data Integration, Data Storage, & Data Migration: SkillUp
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Pearson
  • Data Analytics and Big Data: Illinois Tech
  • Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization: Microsoft
  • Linux Server Management and Security: University of Colorado System
  • Software Security for Web Applications: Codio
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Packt
  • Security for Blockchain and DApps: LearnQuest

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