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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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    Google Cloud

    Building Scalable Java Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Spring Framework, Cloud Development, Spring Boot, Database Management, Databases, Software Architecture, Application Performance Management, Service Oriented Architecture, Configuration Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Quantitative Research, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Scientific Methods, Graphing, Research Design, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Research, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Surveys, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Research and Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    285 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Model, Cryptography, Web Applications

    Build toward a degree

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    82 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    FinTech: Finance Industry Transformation and Regulation

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Business Continuity Planning, Compliance Management, Disaster Recovery, Financial Regulations, Operational Risk, Bank Regulations, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Financial Services, Governance, IT Management, Information Assurance, Market Trend, Internal Controls, Emerging Technologies, Banking, Blockchain

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    537 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Risk Analysis, Network Security, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Governance, Compliance Auditing, Event Monitoring, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Governance, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Risk Management

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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Uso de datos en las organizaciones del S.XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Strategy, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Ethics, Analytics, Big Data, Small Data, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Effectiveness, Data Quality, Market Opportunities

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Introdução ao Workforce Management

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, HR Tech, Organizational Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Agile Methodology, Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process

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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Secure Coding, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Identity and Access Management, Asset Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Health Informatics, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Specimen Collection

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google サイバーセキュリティ

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Network Security, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Relational Databases, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Data Security, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Linux, Debugging, Cyber Risk

    4.7
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Building Scalable Java Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • FinTech: Finance Industry Transformation and Regulation: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701): Packt
  • Uso de datos en las organizaciones del S.XXI: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Introdução ao Workforce Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project: Microsoft

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