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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

CK

May 15, 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.

DS

Oct 28, 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:

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By Bill G

Mar 5, 2024

Good overall introduction to cybersecurity; not complicated.

By Anthony T

Feb 22, 2024

Wow, amazing course learned a lot and did it at my own pace!

By Todd R

Jan 6, 2024

Fantastic teaching and I really like going at your own pace.

By Qamar C

Dec 1, 2023

I really appreciate that google offers me a wonderful course

By Fleakee

Oct 27, 2023

Pretty basic but explains well. Lot of keywords to memorize.

By OLUWANISHOLA W

Oct 23, 2023

It's a good stepping stone to a career path in cybersecurity

By Nick L

Oct 2, 2023

Very educational, Very well formatted and easy follow/learn.

By Alexarae V

Sep 12, 2023

Super informative for those with no background in the field.

By Brandon D

Aug 1, 2023

Better understanding and overall knowledge of cybersecurity.

By Priyank S

Jul 30, 2023

Its really very well curated and covers everything in detail

By Kevin Z

Jul 22, 2023

very well explained everything and well done. i recommend it

By AISYAH B S

Jul 19, 2023

hard but fun if you really interested in cybersecurity field

By Besar S

Jul 15, 2023

A very good introduction to the principles of cybersecurity.

By Joseph F R I

Jul 11, 2023

Tons of information to begin your journey in Cyber Security.

By Atul P

Jul 9, 2023

Really an Eye Opener for anyone interested in Cyber Security

By Sivasakthi M

May 30, 2023

One of the best. Which provides information from the basics.

By steven h

May 11, 2023

Awesome introduction to cyber security and very informative.

By Miguel L S

Apr 21, 2025

Amazing experience. I have learnt so much about the topics.

By Pedro N

Apr 17, 2025

Great foundations for learning the basics of cybersecurity.

By Ntokozo R M

Mar 25, 2025

its very advanced and makes you to understand as a beginner

By Syeda B

Mar 7, 2025

It was great for building my foundation Highly recommended.

By Guilherme C P F

Mar 6, 2025

Curso muito completo e bem desafiador. Muito bom! Recomendo

By Joc P

Feb 26, 2025

There is no explanation, I'm lost for words so happy Thanks

By Mo A

Feb 13, 2025

I learned a lot in this course and I am glad I completed it

By Joel C (

Nov 27, 2024

Very informative for the beginners like me in Cybersecuirty