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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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    ISC2

    Security Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Awareness, Change Control, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Identity and Access Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    LearnKartS

    System & Network Security Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Firewall, Malware Protection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Brute-force attacks, Internet Of Things, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Network Protocols, Network Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Data Entry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    499 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    PepsiCo

    Water Security & Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Water Resources, Hydrology, Water Quality, Stormwater Management, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Economic Development

    3.2
    Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Network and Communications Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Firewall, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Proxy Servers, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Infrastructure, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Remote Access Systems, Authentications

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Digital Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, File Systems, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Data Integrity, Malware Protection, File Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Data Storage, Real Time Data, Disaster Recovery, Linux, Network Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Introduction to IT Security

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Hardening, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security Manager Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Cyber Governance, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Security Strategy, Culture Transformation, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
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    Packt

    Python for Security

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Brute-force attacks, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Servers, Network Analysis, Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Application Security Testing and Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Debugging, DevSecOps, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring, Software Testing, Development Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, White-Box Testing, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Management, Technical Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot for Security

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, AI Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Hunting, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Assessment, Incident Response, Generative AI, Query Languages

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Personnel & Third-Party Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Threat Management, Security Controls, Human Factors (Security), Asset Protection, Cyber Risk, People Management, Due Diligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Security Concepts and Practices: ISC2
  • System & Network Security Essentials: LearnKartS
  • Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Water Security & Stewardship: PepsiCo
  • Network and Communications Security : ISC2
  • Cyber Security: Digital Forensics: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to IT Security: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Cyber Security Manager Certificate: Macquarie University
  • Python for Security: Packt
  • Application Security Testing and Debugging: Starweaver

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