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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

KB

Jul 27, 2023

The course is well paced and they get you comfortable with the topics even though we do not have any sort of prior exposure in this field. It is very good for the beginners who are new to this field

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 Mark O

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Jun 7, 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 26, 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 Gabriel Y

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Sep 28, 2025

Es un curso increíble! Super didáctico y brinda gran variedad de conceptos super importantes

By Danish M

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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

By Aryan R

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Jan 3, 2024

It was amazing experience throughout the process of learning the basics of the CyberSecurity

By Elizabeth P

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Dec 19, 2023

Gives a very good basis of cybersecurity, what is involved, various aspects and definitions.

By Obie Y

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Dec 8, 2023

Very well produced. Easy to follow instructions. Instructors presented the material clearly.

By Victoriano F A

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Oct 15, 2023

It's an excellent course that helps me to achieve a good global perspective of cybersecurity

By Ahmed S

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Oct 6, 2023

Thankyou Google for making it easy for people without experience to enter a thriving market.

By Krista S

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Jul 10, 2023

This is making learning accessible and approachable for me. I'm really enjoying this course.

By Hayley H

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Jun 30, 2023

Very motivational and makes you want to go all the way, finish the program, and get the job.