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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....

Top reviews

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:

CK

May 14, 2023

For a foundation course, this one was easy to understand, it explained all basic concepts in a fluid way and built up the base for the upcoming courses. I'm eager to move on to the other courses now.

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By Eric S

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Aug 27, 2024

I already have a few Cybersecurity credentials, and this still taught me a lot!

By 0916775809

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Aug 4, 2024

An organized and structured picture of how cyber security should be constructed

By Maosheton Y

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May 10, 2024

Lots of good information.step by step learning. I highly recommend this program

By Yashodip M P

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Mar 30, 2024

This is benficial for every student for improving skill and knowledge in career

By Imed D

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Dec 12, 2023

Thank you so much ! Am so excited to complete all courses in this certificate !

By Pearl B

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Nov 24, 2023

Really good and solid foundation of cybersecurity fundamentals and background.

By Jean J

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Nov 12, 2023

very informative knew anything about cyber security before starting this course

By Eduardo V

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Nov 9, 2023

excelente, deja buenas bases de conocimiento para el mundo de la ciberseguridad

By Obi W K

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Oct 17, 2023

i liked the course a lot, it help me to introduce myself in this beautiful path

By Shoaib M

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Oct 12, 2023

It is great starting point for anyone who is interested in cybersecurity career

By S M

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Oct 5, 2023

It is great platform to learn new things and revise the things you already know

By Qasim Q

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Aug 26, 2023

Highly informative course that covers cybersecurity essentials comprehensively.

By Ishu R

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Aug 23, 2023

Very much grateful for google cybersecurity professional course,I am loving it.

By Edem D

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Jul 31, 2023

A professional and a very detailed course on cybersecurity. Thank you Google :)

By Brian L

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Jul 31, 2023

Excellent entry level information. Building a solid foundation to grow off of.

By Matthew T

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Jul 20, 2023

Great basic overview of the industry and tools needed to begin in the industry!

By Deleted A

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Jul 8, 2023

Good, solid foundation and guide for future studies in the cybersecurity field.

By Paris B

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Jun 26, 2023

Beginner friendly! Thank you Google team for putting this opportunity together.

By Francisco

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Jun 21, 2023

Great content and material for someone looking to get started in cybersecurity.

By Sakthipriya M

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Jun 21, 2023

Well-organized content and engaging interactive plug-ins and discussion prompts

By Blaine S

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Jun 16, 2023

Incredibly well organized and laid out. Interesting, Informative, and Engaging.

By Nina B

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May 24, 2023

This covered so much useful information, to furhter guide me in the certifcate.

By Elishama P

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Mar 1, 2025

way more informative and a great beginner step into the world of Cybersecurity

By Neel P

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Jan 3, 2025

It helped me build a solid foundation to enhance in the field of cybersecurity

By Emilio W

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Dec 27, 2024

This course is very straight to the point, simplified, and easy to understand.