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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 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:

KB

Jul 28, 2023

The course is well paced and they get you comfortable with the topics even though we do not have any sort of prior exposure in this field. It is very good for the beginners who are new to this field

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By Xyraine T

Jun 26, 2023

Thank you. I assure you that I learn something from this course.

By Simmone C

Jun 26, 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed this course and there is immense value in it.

By dimitriupe

Jun 2, 2023

Excellent presentation of solid educational material. Great job!

By Geronimo

May 27, 2023

A lot of useful information to get you started in cybersecurity.

By Tharindu M

May 21, 2023

Excellent and very professional. Thank you, google and Coursera.

By Rohan G

May 20, 2023

Great insights and pin pointed contents relevant to the subject.

By Shree K P

Aug 13, 2025

I have to gain more skills and experience for my further career

By Jm M

Jul 3, 2025

Es un buen curso apr ainiciar en el campo de la ciber seguridad

By Robert C R

May 23, 2025

Highly Recommend to take this course! This is very informative.

By Angel G V B

Apr 20, 2025

Muy buen curso para introducirse al camino de la ciberseguridad

By Alison M

Apr 15, 2025

I really enjoyed this course so far and would highly recommend.

By Sir M “ S

Mar 24, 2025

Consice, easy to understand and come with friendly setting too.

By Jonathan A

Mar 5, 2025

I love how flexible this course is, i can learn at my own pace.

By Gloria M J

Feb 27, 2025

me gustó mucho, sigo aprendiendo muchas cosas muy interesantes!

By Alejandro Y

Feb 17, 2025

Es fantástico, aporta mucho y es fácil de comprender y asimilar

By Rafael L M

Jan 22, 2025

Una estupenda introducción a los fundamentos de Ciberseguridad.

By Felix R

Aug 15, 2024

I enjoyed how interactive learning within this course has been.

By Paulina C

Jul 28, 2024

Esta muy bien explicado y la traducción al español es muy buena

By Darshu

Apr 20, 2024

it's awesome for the beginner to understand the security world.

By Adedokun A A

Apr 17, 2024

It's was a steeping stone to glo into cyber security profession

By Moneer A t

Mar 20, 2024

from day one felt in love with cybersecurity and my instructors

By Nicholas E

Feb 23, 2024

It is a great course to open a whole new world of opportunities

By MONISH B V M

Jan 1, 2024

I am sure , this course will be give me a wonderful opportunity

By MUHAMMAD T H K

Dec 17, 2023

Very good and brief introductory course towards Cyber Security.

By Mauricio

Dec 6, 2023

excellent opportunity to advance on the Carrers of the future