How is this course different from the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate?

The Google Cybersecurity Action Team: Cybersecurity Essentials Course can be completed in under 10 hours and is developed by the Google Cybersecurity Action Team. This course provides an introduction to cybersecurity terminology, principles and concepts and is intended for business professionals. The Google Cybersecurity Certificate goes deeper in the field and prepares learners for entry-level positions in three to six months. Designed and taught by Google employees, certificate graduates have the opportunity to connect with 150 employers currently hiring.

What is cybersecurity?

<text variant="body1">Cybersecurity is defined as the protection of data, systems, and networks from deliberate or accidental misuse. Cybersecurity involves the protection of our data, which is our primary asset. We must also defend the systems that perform the storage and processing as well as the networks over which information flows.

Why do companies need cybersecurity?

An understanding of cybersecurity concepts is increasingly significant in today’s highly connected world.

Who is this program for?

Anyone interested in understanding and articulating cybersecurity concepts and the risk to enterprise posed by the cybersecurity threat, including: technical sales professionals, business leaders, engineers and consumers. No prior cybersecurity knowledge is required.

What tools and platforms are taught in the curriculum?

Tools and platforms taught in this course include ATT&CK, Cryptool, CVE, Mitre, NMAP, VirusTotal and WireShark.

Is this program offered in other languages?

The Google Cybersecurity Action Team: Cybersecurity Essentials Course is currently available globally in English.

What background knowledge is necessary?

No background knowledge or experience in the field of cybersecurity necessary.

The Google Cybersecurity Action Team, “GCAT” is the world’s premier security advisory team with the mission of supporting the security and digital transformation of governments, critical infrastructure, enterprises, and small businesses. We guide customers through the cycle of security transformation—from your first transformation roadmap and implementation through increasing your cyber-resilience preparedness for potential events and incidents and engineering new solutions as your requirements change.

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

88 reviews

Beginner level

No prior experience required

Flexible schedule

9 hours to complete

Learn at your own pace

96%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Understand core cybersecurity terms, acronyms, concepts, and controls to be able to communicate about cybersecurity with confidence
Evaluate cybersecurity scenarios for better decision making
Analyze threats and risks within an organization’s landscape
Recognize various cybersecurity technologies, including: firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection systems, antivirus/anti-malware, and many more

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In today’s highly connected world, having an understanding of cybersecurity concepts is increasingly important. Business professionals interested in understanding the risk cybersecurity threats pose to their business, look no further! The Google Cybersecurity Action Team: Cybersecurity Essentials course provides an introduction to cybersecurity terminology, principles, and concepts. Throughout the course, you will cover six security domains, and business continuity and disaster response planning topics. The course includes a series of instructor-led demonstrations to provide real-life examples of cybersecurity tasks in action.