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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

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By iBagelHole

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Jun 19, 2023

Taught me somethings that I didn't know about in my 3 years taking Cybersecurity in highschool

By Alejandro H

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Jun 5, 2023

Great introduction to let beginners like me understand exactly what cybersecurity consists of.

By Jose R

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May 7, 2023

Google always delivers, by far the best course. Please watch the youtube series GOOGLE HACKED.

By Marcel W

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Jun 5, 2025

This was a great introduction to learning at your own pace. 10 out of 10 would recommend 👍🏽

By Elizabeth

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Feb 3, 2025

Indepth and insightful presentation of technical knowledge with clarity without overwhelming.

By Dr S S

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Nov 29, 2024

It was straightforward to navigate and taught calmly and lucidly—the right learning platform.

By Anwar.e. r

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Nov 23, 2024

i am completely non tech person now i am feeling that i have basic knowledge of cybersecurity

By Diane O

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Oct 15, 2024

For the cost this is an excellent course covering more than I had expected. Highly recommend.

By Mark O

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Jun 8, 2024

Well structured and informative, I could learn a few things even after nearly a decade in IT.

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Mar 16, 2024

great foundational principles, very well organized and presented. Would definitely recommend.

By Sahile A

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Feb 18, 2024

Hello. I gain a lot of new skills in this first course. Thanks a lot for such a great course.

By Lena A

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Dec 14, 2023

This course definitely gives you so much information! If you're new to the field, start here!

By Pra Y

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Nov 14, 2023

The course is as easy to understand as it is to learn. how they can really make us understand

By Julio C R I

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Sep 28, 2023

Muy interesante y bien explicado, interactivo y realmente muy inmerso en la materia, gracias.

By joseph e

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Jul 28, 2023

This course was an eye opener to many opportunities in cybersecurity.

Thanks to all the team.

By Hanzala K

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Jul 7, 2023

Its Amazing Copurse for beginners who wants to develop their career in Cyber Secrurity Feild.

By Dominik C

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Jun 28, 2023

This was fun. I'm addicted to learning and courses like this are exactly the reason for that.

By Santiago B

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Jun 27, 2023

Love it I learn so much I cannot even start thank you guys for this amazing course. Thank you

By Maria E G

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Jun 8, 2023

The course is made for you to succeed at every step. Best decision I have made for my future.

By bc240215255 M D

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Dec 30, 2024

The foundation of cyber security is good for beginners to get basic knowledge in this field.

By folahan o

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Nov 12, 2024

It's an interesting course and also an eye opener towards the need to protect the data space

By Greivin M

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Sep 28, 2024

Excelente curso, aprendi las bases necesarias para iniciar en le mundo de la ciberseguridad.

By Michael H

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May 10, 2024

Excellent collection of information and very well suited as a beginning module for a program

By Oh-Sung K

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Mar 4, 2024

Basic cybersecurity introduction of history, principles, wordings, standards and programming

By Michael U

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Jan 17, 2024

i love this course and i recommend it to anyone who wants to be a cybersecurity professional