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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

SI

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.

OS

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

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By Ijaz A

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Jul 28, 2023

it is a wonderfull experience.

By justin c

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Jul 12, 2023

Very well done and interactive

By Demetrius S

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Jul 10, 2023

loades of helpful information.

By CH H

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Jul 5, 2023

BUILD OUR FOUNDATIONS STRONG

By Melody F

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Jun 29, 2023

Great way to learn and follow.

By Ajayi P

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Jun 26, 2023

This course is treated so well

By Tanya B

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Jun 25, 2023

INFORMATIVE AND EASY TO FOLLOW

By Stian J

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Jun 18, 2023

Super course, I learned allot!

By Jennifer I

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Jun 11, 2023

Loved it, ready to learn more!

By Jayesh T

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Jun 4, 2023

The videos are short and sweet

By Dr. M E

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Jun 1, 2023

Very easy and well structured!

By IL C D

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May 29, 2023

great ! really it is amazing .

By Mrs. P

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May 23, 2023

very informative easy to learn

By Jinyoung K

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May 5, 2023

Solid course for the beginners

By Barakat

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Jan 15, 2023

Well laid-out and illuminating

By shoxrux t

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Sep 20, 2025

Lessons very good. Thank you!

By Soham B

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Jul 20, 2025

very good intro to the course

By MAria R L

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Jun 24, 2025

Es completo y bien organizado

By precious m

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May 22, 2025

very detailed and interesting

By Sedai T

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Apr 22, 2025

great and very easy to digest

By Mzuvukile C

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Mar 18, 2025

This is indeed a foundation🙏

By max g

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Mar 18, 2025

Best Structured Content Ever.

By Opritescu A E

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Mar 13, 2025

Exceptional and easy to learn

By R V

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Feb 17, 2025

Great intro to cybersecurity!

By Christopher F

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Jan 19, 2025

A Great Way to start a career