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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

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

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

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By David C

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Nov 9, 2023

You will learn the foundations of Cybersecurity in this course

By Richard G

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Nov 8, 2023

It is an excellent introduction to the world of cybersecurity.

By Rick C

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Oct 30, 2023

I have learned so much already. you Google! Let's keep going.!

By Yeiner s O P

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Oct 23, 2023

Completa, introductoria y Simple. perfecta para principiantes.

By anita c

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Oct 1, 2023

This course was very helpful to understand the cybersecurity!!

By K214557 M A A K

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Aug 22, 2023

Good course , if one has to grasp the basics of Cyber Security

By Shahzaib K

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Aug 17, 2023

nice course I learned a lot about Cyber Security Analyst 👍😊

By Niloy M

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Jul 14, 2023

learned new things form this course. and i loved this course.

By Davies E

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Jun 14, 2023

Topics are well explained for a beginner like me to understand

By Ricardo M G

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Aug 19, 2025

Uma abordagem bastante ampla e didática sobre cibersegurança!

By Turk M

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Feb 6, 2025

I watched the videos on 1.5 speed and it was all informative.

By Cyber M

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Oct 4, 2024

one of the best course for every one so go for now and enroll

By Sibtain F

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Aug 3, 2024

Amazing introduction to cybersecurity and how to get started.

By TY T (

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Jun 10, 2024

Ease of use covered important topics clearly and efficiently!

By Daniel B

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Jun 4, 2024

the course was well layed out and very direct and informative

By Rabbiya S

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May 5, 2024

Very well organized and perfectly taught by security experts.

By G M

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Apr 30, 2024

It was really beginner's friendly and I enjoyed the teachings

By Nurul A S B A K

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Mar 23, 2024

Knowledge delivered and well constructed. Easy to understand.

By Faraz A

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Feb 19, 2024

Thanks for greatest provided opportunity to enhance my skills

By Sunil k r

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Nov 25, 2023

Very Essential Course for Entry level students in this field.

By Saidu S

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Nov 18, 2023

VERY SIMPLE TO UNDERSTAND AND USEFUL IN THE CURRENT SITUATION

By Burhan A

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Nov 12, 2023

Course is good but please add more language, example turkish.

By Nana S

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Nov 5, 2023

Like the course journey. It's very modular and easy to follow

By Eric l

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Oct 26, 2023

Awesome experience! I'm defiantly excited to see what's next.

By Khawalid M

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Sep 26, 2023

Good for building a foundation in the field of Cybersecurity.