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Certificate Program in AI Security
Application closes 3rd Nov 2026
Why should you join this program?
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Flexible Learning Paths
This program offers learners the flexibility to learn with or without code, featuring dynamic variations of activities suited for technology professionals and strategy leaders alike.
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Learn from JHU, a Leading US Research University
Ranked #2 in Computer Information Technology, #9 National University, and #17 Best Global University, reflecting JHU's leadership in research and innovation. (2027 Rankings)
LEARNING OUTCOMES
What will you learn to build and apply?
Through a structured learning journey, you will build the capability to:
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Analyze the AI threat landscape and design secure architectures to resist misuse and multimodal attacks
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Understand AI security frameworks and address prompt injection, jailbreaks, adversarial inputs and model abuse
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Understand AI data pipeline security through data lineage, privacy controls, integrity, and attack mitigation
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Understand alignment techniques, trust boundaries, tool abuse, and multi-agent risks in agentic AI systems
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Assess AI models for safety, fairness, and robustness, and explore runtime guardrails and jailbreak testing
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Explore AI governance for secure delivery, compliance monitoring, human oversight, and regulatory requirements
Earn a Certificate of Completion from Johns Hopkins University
KEY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Why choose this program?
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Learn from Johns Hopkins University Faculty
Learn through recorded lectures and attend monthly faculty-led masterclasses to secure AI systems across their entire lifecycle.
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Interactive Mentorship by Industry Experts
Learn from experts through weekly live mentorship sessions focused on industry best practices to secure AI and Agentic AI systems.
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Comprehensive Curriculum
Learn from an in-depth curriculum that covers security across the entire AI development lifecycle, from data and model design through deployment and monitoring.
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Dynamic Hands-On Activities
Learn to secure modern AI agents and LLM-based architectures through dynamic code, no-code, and low-code projects, lab activities, tools, and technologies.
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Earn a Recognized Credential from Johns Hopkins University
Earn a Certificate of Completion and 6.3 CEUs from Johns Hopkins University upon successful completion of the program.
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Personalized Program Support
Get personalized assistance from a dedicated Program Support Team and AI-assisted learning support through Great Learning.
Skills you will learn
Agentic AI Security
Runtime Guardrail Integration
Tool Abuse Testing
Guardrail Implementation
AI Threat Modeling
Automated Agentic Workflow
AI Governance & Compliance
Model Card Analysis
AI Security Forensics
Multi-Agent Trust Boundary & Message Verification
Agentic AI Security
Runtime Guardrail Integration
Tool Abuse Testing
Guardrail Implementation
AI Threat Modeling
Automated Agentic Workflow
AI Governance & Compliance
Model Card Analysis
AI Security Forensics
Multi-Agent Trust Boundary & Message Verification
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Who is the program for?
Delivered in code and no-code formats, this program is suited to technology professionals and strategy leaders
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AI and Data Professionals
Who build, implement, or deploy AI solutions and want to develop system-level risk awareness and practical skills to secure AI across the lifecycle.
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Cybersecurity and Tech Professionals
Who want to expand their security expertise to LLMs, RAG architectures, AI agents, model supply chains, and AI workflows.
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Leaders, CXOs, and Governance Professionals
Who need to govern risk, ensure compliance, and evaluate secure architectures without writing code.
How is the program learning experience?
Our pedagogy is designed to ensure a holistic learning experience
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Learn from Experts
Learn from JHU faculty and industry experts to secure AI and Agentic AI systems
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Learn By Doing
Apply Agentic AI concepts through hands-on projects and real-world case studies
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Earn a University Credential
Earn a certificate of completion and 6.3 CEUs from Johns Hopkins University
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Get Support Throughout the Learning Journey
Program managers will help you stay on track, navigate key milestones & complete the program
Comprehensive curriculum
The curriculum for the Certificate Program in AI Security, crafted by expert faculty at Johns Hopkins University and leading industry experts, covers security across the AI development lifecycle, from data and model design through deployment and monitoring, equipping you with the skills to secure AI systems at every stage.
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Code & No-Code
Tools and Techniques
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Dynamic
Projects and Activities
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Monthly
Faculty-Led Masterclasses
PREPARATORY MODULE
This preparatory module ensures that learners have the technical foundations required to begin the program. They will build proficiency in Python programming, understand the fundamentals of AI systems, and gain foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles.
MODULE 01: SECURE AI DESIGN AND THREAT LANDSCAPE
In this module, learners will build a strong foundation in the different types of attacks that target AI systems. Learners will be introduced to the CIA Triad, which is the DNA of cybersecurity. They will explore different approaches to building secure architecture for AI applications, and examine why strict trust boundaries and airlocks are essential. Learners will also shift from reactive patching to privacy by design, containing the blast radius early in the AI lifecycle.
WEEK 01: AI SECURITY BY DESIGN
MODULE 02: SECURING THE AI BUILD LIFECYCLE
In this module, learners will secure the data pipeline, protecting the crown jewels of an AI system against hidden backdoors and compromised training inputs. They will implement these controls to build systemic resilience across every stage of development and deployment, moving step-by-step through the hands-on engineering phase of the AI lifecycle. Learners will also verify data sources, precisely align model behavior, and deploy runtime guardrails to keep AI applications safe, compliant, and under control.
WEEK 02: DATA INTEGRITY AND SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY
WEEK 03: MODEL EDITING – ABLATION, ALIGNMENT, AND SUPERVISED FINE-TUNING
WEEK 04: LEARNING BREAK
WEEK 05: SECURE DEVELOPMENT OF MODELS AND AGENTS
WEEK 06: MODEL RESILIENCE AND GUARDRAILS
WEEK 07: LEARNING BREAK
MODULE 03: DEPLOYMENT, OPERATIONS, AND GOVERNANCE
In this module, learners will unpack what it truly means to own a model in production, where performance can drift, integrations can crack, and compliance rules shift without warning. Continuous governance transforms compliance from a static checklist into an active, scalable defense against performance drift and operational risk. From monitoring real-time model behavior to managing third-party risk and building human oversight that scales, this module prepares learners to keep enterprise AI trustworthy long after it goes live.
WEEK 08: INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AND AI SECURITY OPERATIONS
WEEK 09: AI GOVERNANCE AND MONITORING
SELF-PACED MODULE: CLAUDE-BASED AI WORKFLOWS
This module is designed to build practical capability in applying Generative AI and Agentic AI using the Claude ecosystem in real-world contexts. Participants build the ability to design, execute, and evaluate AI-driven workflows for real-world applications, supported by structured learning. *Disclaimer: Access to tools within the Claude ecosystem is not included as part of the program. Participants may choose to explore advanced capabilities independently.
Design and Execute AI Workflows
Build and Deploy AI Systems at Scale
MASTERCLASSES
Learn through monthly live masterclasses from Johns Hopkins University faculty
ATTACK ON AI
SECURE ARCHITECTURE AND DEPLOYMENT OF AI AGENTS
ANTHROPIC
SAMPLE CODE-BASED PROJECTS
Note: This is an indicative list of projects and is subject to change.
BACKDOOR IMPLANTATION VIA DATA POISONING: DETECTION, REMOVAL, AND INCIDENT RESPONSE
ABLATION AND DISTILLATION ON A TABULAR FRAUD-DETECTION MODEL FOR SECURITY AND BIAS REMEDIATION
EXPLORING TOOL ABUSE SCENARIOS IN AGENTIC AI AND RECORDING RESULTS
SAMPLE NO-CODE / LOW-CODE PROJECTS
Note: This is an indicative list of projects and is subject to change.
BUILDING AND SECURING AN AI WORKFLOW USING A LOW-CODE PLATFORM
GENERATING AN AI BILL OF MATERIALS (AI-BOM) USING NO-CODE TOOLS
MANAGING SUPPLY CHAIN RISKS BY ANALYZING MODEL CARDS
Note: The curriculum listed above is indicative and subject to updates as technology evolves.
What activities will you learn from?
Build hands-on AI security skills through immersive labs, and real-world case studies.
This is an indicative list of lab activities and case studies and is subject to change.
What no-code and code tools will you explore?
Work with a comprehensive suite of modern code-based or no-code tools
This is an indicative list, and relevant tools are reviewed for inclusion periodically. Access to certain tools may require additional subscriptions or fees.
Earn a Certificate of Completion from Johns Hopkins University
Earn a globally recognized credential from a top U.S. university and showcase it to your network.
* Image for illustration only. Certificate subject to change.
Who are the faculty for the program?
Learn from renowned JHU faculty and build the intuition and strategic judgment to secure modern AI systems
Who are the mentors for weekly live sessions?
Learn from seasoned AI industry mentors to apply concepts and build practical skills
Program Fee
The program fee is USD 1,800
Invest in your career
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Build hands-on expertise in operationalizing responsible AI practices across the enterprise
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Dedicate 8-9 hours weekly to faculty-led learning, industry mentorship, projects, and case studies
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Learn from AI experts in weekly live online sessions focused on real-world case studies
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Receive a Certificate of Completion and 6.3 CEUs from Johns Hopkins University
Application process
Applications close once the required number of participants enroll. Apply early to secure your spot
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Fill application form
Apply by filling out a simple online application form.
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Review process
A panel from Great Learning will review your application to determine your fit for the program.
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Join program
Receive an offer for a seat in the upcoming cohort of the program post a final review.
Delivered in Collaboration with:
Johns Hopkins University is collaborating with online education provider Great Learning to offer the Certificate Program in AI Security. Great Learning is a professional learning company with a global footprint in 170+ countries. Its mission is to make professionals around the globe proficient and future-ready. This program leverages JHU's leadership in innovation, science, engineering, and technical disciplines developed over years of research, teaching, and practice. Great Learning manages the enrollments and provides industry experts, student counselors, course support and guidance to ensure students get hands-on training and live personalized mentorship on the application of concepts taught by the JHU faculty.