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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will be introduced to the cybersecurity profession, including the primary job responsibilities and core skills of entry-level analysts; significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field; and security’s continued importance to organizational operations. Learners will also explore the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) eight security domains, common security frameworks and controls, as well as the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) triad. This course covers a wide variety of cybersecurity topics to provide an overview of what’s to come in this certificate program. Learners who complete the eight courses in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate will be equipped to apply for entry-level cybersecurity roles. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Identify how security attacks impact business operations. - Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. - Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field. - Learn the CISSP eight security domains. - Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls. - Explain security ethics. - Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts....

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DS

Oct 27, 2023

! Cybersecurity is a critical and multifaceted field that involves protecting computer systems, networks, and data from various digital threats. Here is a review of the foundations of cybersecurity:

SI

Nov 30, 2024

Good introduction and high-level overview of cybersecurity. I love the videos of individuals in cybersecurity roles talking about their experiences and teaching about the importance of cybersecurity.

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By 3d W

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Aug 27, 2023

Great Course! It helped me Learn a lot which is required to become a cyber security Analyst

By Shaquavia O

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Aug 20, 2023

What a beautifully made course. I find it hard to fail here. I enjoyed everything about it.

By Oscar D

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Aug 11, 2023

Provides amazing information in this field of technology surveillance and network security.

By Aadarsh C

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Jun 18, 2023

It has all the required content to understand basics of cyber security. It helped me a lot.

By Egëzon B

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Jun 6, 2023

Great course fo beginners, but can be extended with some additional technical informations.

By Dale N

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May 17, 2023

I like how the material was laid out and it help renforce the things I do on a daily basis.

By yadira p

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Jun 11, 2025

Excelente curso para personas que como yo, no tenia la menor idea de que es ciberseguridad

By samuel c

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Mar 25, 2025

very clear introduction. It could benefit from being shorter and go straight to the point.

By MuhammadAli A

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Jan 21, 2025

Very informative course for those who just started their learning journey in cybersecurity

By BHARATH A

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Dec 9, 2024

This is one of the best course with best teaching and all minute details are also provided

By syeh b

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Oct 13, 2024

Coursera, as a top-notch learning platform, is extremely helpful for personal development.

By Raul B F

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Oct 1, 2024

Aborda muy bien los fundamentos y conocimientos esenciales , ademas es practico y dinamico

By Aman P

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Mar 16, 2024

Excellent and more knowledgeable in the first course only let's begin and deep diven init.

By Foster K

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Mar 15, 2024

Easy to understand and walks you through everything very well. Excited to do next courses.

By Mubeen M

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Nov 6, 2023

I have learned most of things that are very efficient for my career and it is very helpful

By Innocent S

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Oct 4, 2023

great course for beginners since it has everything you need since you don't know anything.

By Joe B

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Sep 19, 2023

Worth the effort and it's not extremely difficult especially if you have an IT background.

By Darius C

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Sep 14, 2023

Absolutely exceptional course! Great for beginners coming into the field of cybersecurity.

By Kim N

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Jul 25, 2023

Interesting course, it makes me feel more curious and can't wait to learn the next course!

By Rishabh K

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Jul 13, 2023

Excellent course for someone who wants to start thejourbey into the cyber security domain.

By nancy h

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Jul 6, 2023

The material was clearly presented. Appreciated the video with the terms and the examples.

By Basile E

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Jun 23, 2023

Great course for beginners looking to better understand Cybersecurity and what it entails.

By Mark A

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Jun 2, 2023

I think this was a great introductory course that cover a lot of the cyber security field.

By Wesley O

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May 24, 2025

Ótimo Curso, Bem explicado e me deu uma ótima base para começar na área de cybersegurança

By Brianna J

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Feb 9, 2025

They walk you thru it step by step. This course was very informational and user friendly.