AK
Reviewed Apr 11, 2024
this is a good course for beginners who just start their carrier in cybersecurity and when you go further with it, it would become more interesting because of the exercises and hands on practices.
Foundations of Cybersecurity
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.
Status: Cybersecurity
Status: Cyber Attacks
BeginnerCourse10 hours
Featured reviews
DP
Reviewed Oct 12, 2023
The time estimates seem long. Very good course, for the entry-level person it will be challenging, for the seasoned desktop tech it will be fun and for an engineer, it will be a great refresher.
LD
Reviewed Aug 16, 2024
The Foundation of Cybersecurity is a fundamental course, it is for interested people who want to get into the field of cybersecurity, and beginners who need help figuring out where to start from.
DJ
Reviewed Feb 16, 2024
This course is well organized and instruction is excellent. Having the ability to return to previous lessons for review is invaluable. being able to work at my own pace is one of my favorite parts.
CK
Reviewed 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.
SI
Reviewed Nov 30, 2024
Good introduction and high-level overview of cybersecurity. I love the videos of individuals in cybersecurity roles talking about their experiences and teaching about the importance of cybersecurity.
EF
Reviewed Mar 4, 2024
Had some technical issues but the overall layout, pace, and experience is more than worth it. The course offered solid information with a flexible presentation that allows you to learn when you want.
LL
Reviewed May 19, 2023
Information was well organized, easy to learn, and study. with frequent note writing, and some breaks . You can learn a good brief summary of what's to come, and what to research more in the future.
OS
Reviewed Sep 17, 2025
This course gave me a solid understanding of core security principles, threats, and tools. It was well structured, beginner friendly, and helped me gain confidence to pursue a career in cybersecurity
FU
Reviewed Jun 28, 2023
Excellent study details. the course is good beginning for career and technology professionals. I learnt the security framework, security controls, CISSP eight domain of knowledge for professional.
SA
Reviewed Feb 2, 2024
Great course for beginners i learn a lot about cyber security terminology and the responsibly of being cybersecurity analyst by following the guide line guideline put by the google team thnaks
SY
Reviewed May 8, 2024
The foundations were introduced in simple terms. It is very easy for anyone to follow it. The program structure is excellent. The concepts, anecdotes and quizzes are great way to engage the learner.