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There are 5 modules in this course
This is the eighth course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will define incident escalation from a security analyst perspective and explore the various security incident classification types. Learners will recognize the impact security incidents can have on an organization if they are not properly escalated and resolved. Learners will also be able to define what a stakeholder is and recognize which security incidents are tied to specific stakeholders. They will develop communication and collaboration skills needed to inform and influence stakeholders within their organizations. Furthermore, they will explore how to ethically operate as security professionals. Learners will also discover how to engage with the larger security community and will receive an introduction to the use of AI in cybersecurity for professional workflows.
By the end of this course, you will:
- Determine when and how to escalate a security incident.
- Explain how having an ethical mindset supports a cybersecurity professional's ability to protect assets and data.
- Communicate sensitive information with care and confidentiality.
- Use reliable sources to remain current on the latest cybersecurity threats, risks, vulnerabilities, and tools.
- Engage with the cybersecurity community.
- Understand the many ways to use AI to streamline workflows and help with Cybersecurity tasks.
This module provides an overview of Course 8 and reiterates the essential nature of security professionals in the workplace. Additionally, it emphasizes how impactful the escalation and decision making process is for an organization’s security posture.
What's included
6 videos6 readings4 assignments1 plugin
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6 videos•Total 14 minutes
Introduction to Course 8 •3 minutes
Dion: My personal career journey•3 minutes
Welcome to module 1•1 minute
Security as a mindset •3 minutes
Detect and protect without neglect •3 minutes
Wrap-up •1 minute
6 readings•Total 24 minutes
Course 8 overview •4 minutes
Helpful resources and tips•4 minutes
Data and asset classification•4 minutes
Disaster recovery and business continuity•4 minutes
Juliana's story: Asset protection•4 minutes
Glossary terms from module 1•4 minutes
4 assignments•Total 86 minutes
Module 1 challenge •50 minutes
Analyze event logs with NotebookLM•20 minutes
Test your knowledge: Event and incident detection•8 minutes
Test your knowledge: Your impact on data protection•8 minutes
1 plugin•Total 10 minutes
Explore: Asset protection•10 minutes
Escalate incidents
Module 2•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module educates learners on the importance of escalation and decision making in the real world. It reinforces the essential nature of security professionals in the workplace and how their decisions help to keep business operations safe.
What's included
6 videos5 readings3 assignments1 plugin
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6 videos•Total 16 minutes
Welcome to module 2 •1 minute
The importance of escalation•4 minutes
Prepare to escalate through security recognition •3 minutes
From simple activity to major data breach•3 minutes
When and how to escalate a security incident•2 minutes
Wrap-up•1 minute
5 readings•Total 20 minutes
Escalate with a purpose•4 minutes
Recognize roles and responsibilities during escalation•4 minutes
Escalation timing•4 minutes
Juliana's story: Attention to detail•4 minutes
Glossary terms from module 2•4 minutes
3 assignments•Total 66 minutes
Module 2 challenge•50 minutes
Test your knowledge: To escalate or not to escalate •8 minutes
Test your knowledge: Timing is everything•8 minutes
1 plugin•Total 10 minutes
Identify: Analyze cybersecurity incidents and their impact•10 minutes
Communicate effectively to influence stakeholders
Module 3•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module defines who stakeholders are and their roles in security. Additionally, learners are introduced to the concept of creating clear and concise communications to stakeholders.
What's included
7 videos5 readings3 assignments1 plugin
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7 videos•Total 21 minutes
Welcome to module 3 •1 minute
Stakeholders in cybersecurity•4 minutes
Clear and concise communication •2 minutes
Building blocks of cybersecurity communications•4 minutes
Visual storytelling in cybersecurity•3 minutes
How to create a visual dashboard•5 minutes
Wrap-up •2 minutes
5 readings•Total 18 minutes
The purpose and impact of stakeholders•4 minutes
Communicate effectively with stakeholders•4 minutes
Create visual dashboards for impactful cybersecurity communications•4 minutes
Test your knowledge: Communicate for impact •12 minutes
Test your knowledge: Communicate effectively with stakeholders•8 minutes
1 plugin•Total 10 minutes
Explore: Stakeholder roles and responsibilities•10 minutes
Engage with the cybersecurity community
Module 4•2 hours to complete
Module details
This module helps learners recognize the importance of staying up-to-date on the latest security trends and provides guidance regarding how to engage with the security community.
What's included
6 videos4 readings3 assignments
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6 videos•Total 13 minutes
Welcome to module 4 •2 minutes
Helpful cybersecurity resources•3 minutes
Victoria: Continue your learning journey•3 minutes
Engage with the cybersecurity community in a meaningful way•3 minutes
Sarah: Network in the cybersecurity community•2 minutes
Wrap-up •1 minute
4 readings•Total 14 minutes
Strategies for engaging with the cybersecurity community•4 minutes
Test your knowledge: Build your cybersecurity network•8 minutes
Use AI to optimize workflows
Module 5•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module explores the many ways that cybersecurity professionals can use AI to make their job easier. You will learn about ways to leverage AI to help identify bugs, refine code, and better understand potential vulnerabilities.
What's included
14 videos11 readings3 assignments1 plugin
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14 videos•Total 44 minutes
Luis: Driving impact with AI in the workplace •3 minutes
Boost your cybersecurity skills with AI•7 minutes
Decode complex security frameworks with AI•5 minutes
Use AI to help identify bugs•4 minutes
Refine code with help from AI•2 minutes
Understand system vulnerabilities with AI•6 minutes
Prioritize alerts with AI•3 minutes
Introducing Google AI Essentials•1 minute
Garvey: Cover letter tips•3 minutes
Garvey: Technical interview tips•3 minutes
Karan: Interview tips from a hiring manager•2 minutes
Course wrap-up •1 minute
Recap of the Google Cybersecurity Certificate program•3 minutes
Congratulations on completing the Google Cybersecurity Certificate program!•2 minutes
11 readings•Total 60 minutes
Introduction to AI in Cybersecurity•4 minutes
Use generative AI to work smarter and faster•8 minutes
Key takeaways from AI in Cybersecurity•8 minutes
Take the next step with Google AI Essentials•4 minutes
Prepare for technical interviews•10 minutes
Glossary terms for module 5•10 minutes
Course 8 glossary•2 minutes
Showcase your work•4 minutes
Claim your Google Cybersecurity Certificate badge!•4 minutes
Resources for Google Cybersecurity Certificate graduates•4 minutes
Google Cybersecurity Certificate glossary•2 minutes
3 assignments•Total 55 minutes
Reflect•5 minutes
How far you've come!•5 minutes
Activity: Use generative AI to list common signs of phishing and malware•45 minutes
1 plugin•Total 5 minutes
End-of-course survey•5 minutes
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Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
This is a great and interesting course with so much knowledge and lectures from seasoned professionals in cybersecurity. I'm very delighted to have accomplished this training with Google.
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Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
This course was an incredible first step into the world of cybersecurity. The instructors were engaging and the content was retainable. Thanks Google and Coursera! Here's to many more!
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Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025
This course was insightful and the exercises help to reinforce the objectives they teach. I found it challenging and enjoyable to learn about Cybersecurity via the Google Certificate Program.
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