Secure AI systems and data using enterprise-grade governance, zero-trust architecture, and compliance frameworks. This course teaches you to govern GenAI data safely, implement zero-trust security models, secure applications against evolving threats, and evaluate cloud systems against standards like NIST and SOC 2.

Securing AI Data and Applications

Securing AI Data and Applications
This course is part of GenAI Ops: Running Powerful Generative AI Systems Professional Certificate

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What you'll learn
Analyze data access patterns and security incidents to design role-based controls that balance AI innovation with governance requirements
Create zero-trust architectures and infrastructure-as-code policies that prevent breaches through continuous verification and automated enforcement
Evaluate application security postures using threat modeling, penetration testing, and dependency analysis to prioritize remediation efforts
Assess cloud security controls against industry frameworks like NIST, SOC 2, and compliance requirements for regulatory readiness
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There are 13 modules in this course
You will establish critical skills for securing GenAI data through precise access controls. Learners explore why traditional permission models fail in AI environments, develop expertise in access pattern analysis and function-based RBAC design, and gain hands-on experience using SQL techniques to analyze real access logs.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will transform from framework consumers to assessment practitioners who can lead organizational governance improvement initiatives. Learners gain expertise in DAMA-DMBOK components and advanced assessment techniques, then practice facilitating maturity workshops through screencast demonstrations.
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
You will integrate course concepts into practical stewardship program design capabilities. Learners learn the five essential components of effective programs—ownership assignment, quality frameworks, and governance procedures—then develop complete documentation and design skills to transform organizational data governance from ad-hoc practices into systematic capabilities that enable secure, compliant GenAI operations.
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2 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will apply investigative techniques using MITRE ATT&CK framework to reconstruct attack timelines, correlate evidence across multiple systems, and distinguish between immediate attack techniques and underlying architectural vulnerabilities requiring systemic remediation.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will develop practical zero trust frameworks by implementing identity and access management controls, establishing data loss prevention policies with real-time monitoring, and creating network segmentation strategies that eliminate implicit trust assumptions.
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2 videos2 readings1 assignment
Learners conduct comprehensive gap analysis comparing current implementations against SOC 2, NIST, and CIS requirements, prioritize remediation activities based on risk impact and compliance criticality, and create executive-ready assessment reports.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will apply systematic security assessment by analyzing threat modeling outputs and penetration testing findings to make informed security decisions for AI systems.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will develop comprehensive secure coding frameworks that bridge security requirements with developer workflow realities, providing actionable guidance that scales across development teams.
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4 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will build proficiency in contextual risk analysis of dependency vulnerabilities, transforming overwhelming vulnerability scan data into actionable remediation plans that protect the organization's most critical assets.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will gain the critical skill of detecting security threats through systematic IAM audit log analysis, enabling them to protect cloud infrastructure from privilege escalation attacks.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will develop the critical skill of embedding security requirements directly into infrastructure deployment processes, ensuring consistent policy enforcement at scale.
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3 videos2 readings2 assignments
You will develop comprehensive skills in security controls evaluation by systematically assessing organizational security practices against industry standards like SOC 2 and NIST, identifying compliance gaps, and ensuring regulatory adherence for AI/ML environments.
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2 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will build a comprehensive security governance framework for AI systems by integrating data protection, access control, and compliance evaluation practices. You'll learn how fundamental security components work together to create robust defense systems for AI operations, including how data governance affects access control decisions, how security assessments inform compliance strategies, and how application security prevents system vulnerabilities in real organizational environments.
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5 readings1 assignment
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This course requires intermediate-level experience with enterprise security concepts, data governance, and cloud infrastructure. While comprehensive, it's designed for ML/AI professionals who already have foundational security knowledge and want to specialize in AI-specific security challenges.
You'll gain hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools, IAM systems like AWS IAM, security frameworks including NIST 800-53 and SOC 2, and governance tools for implementing DAMA-DMBOK standards. You'll also work with threat modeling tools, penetration testing analysis, dependency scanners, and vulnerability management systems.
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