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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

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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

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.

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By Tracey S L

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Mar 20, 2024

Great starter course not too much in introduction which is perfect 👍 happy so far

By Joseph C ( @

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Mar 11, 2024

Great content arrangement and curriculum design. Can't wait to enroll next program.

By Kimberly G

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Feb 6, 2024

Straight to the point while still being very informative and kept me fully engaged.

By Yesenia R

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Feb 5, 2024

This course is perfect for someone transitioning into this field. Very informative.

By Jorawal S

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Jan 14, 2024

The best foundation course for beginner to learn the fundamentals of Cybersecurity.

By aymen k

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Sep 25, 2023

this course cover al the fundamental of cyber security that you need to get started

By La'Trece M

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Sep 23, 2023

The learning was really informative and captivating. I will be taking more courses.

By Marcos C

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Sep 22, 2023

This is a non-skip course if you are willing to join the cybersecurity brotherhood!

By Carlos E S

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Sep 21, 2023

the Best Program to leaning cleair protect Business . People and the Organisation

By Brandon

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Aug 15, 2023

A ton of information, lots of Quizzes to test what you are learning along the way.

By Durante C

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Jul 28, 2023

This is a really thorough introduction to Cyber Security, perfect for the beginner.

By Cindy P

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Jul 18, 2023

Great learning material. Makes me confident to start this new chapter in my career.

By Abhi

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May 17, 2023

This course helped me that what cybersecurity is and what its purpose in our world.

By Danté H

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Aug 29, 2025

Very great and informative course, truly looking forward to the rest that follows.

By Cesar J

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Aug 22, 2025

Me gustarĂ­a una beca ya la tenĂ­a pero perdĂ­ el acceso y tuve que comenzar de nuevo

By JORGE A B D S

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Jul 4, 2025

InformaçÔes claras e objetivas. ConteĂșdo bem atualizado e acessivel em compreensĂŁo

By Alexis H

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Jun 3, 2025

Very easy to learn at your own pace & feel like you're really learning the program

By Mudit V

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Mar 5, 2025

good course for upscaliing our skills in other career fields such as cybersecurity

By PEDRO D J N A

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Feb 27, 2025

Un curso muy completo con lo bĂĄsico para comprender el inicio de la ciberseguridad

By Muhammad A S

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Jan 12, 2025

Found it the best course, the method of teaching and the user interface is perfect

By Najeeb u

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Nov 1, 2024

Foundations of Cybersecurity is very informative course for cyber security analyst

By Deleted A

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Oct 29, 2024

A good way to introduce cybersecurity to someone witch no knowledge on the subject

By Arlou M

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Apr 4, 2024

This is a very good program I can really gain a lot of knowledge honestly no joke.

By Devore M

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Apr 2, 2024

The ease and simplicity of the program while remaining challenging is exceptional.

By Djamel O

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Feb 20, 2024

Gave me plenty of fundamental information to learn and also search out for myself.