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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 28, 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

MG

Jan 8, 2024

I think this is a great start for anyone who is starting from absolute zero. I think that since I've been toying with the idea of getting into Cybersecurity for 2 years now, it was a great refresher!

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By Jason M

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Apr 10, 2025

All of the content and exercises were well designed and engaging! I learned so much and am eager to get started on my new path! Many thanks to all the instructors!

By nathalia o

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Mar 20, 2025

me gusto mucho el curso es muy claro , lo unico malo es que hay actividades que no se traducen al español y hay conceptos dificiles de entender en el otro idioma

By KAREN D P O

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Mar 11, 2025

Linguagem acessível, direto ao ponto sem enrolar, ensino de qualidade, estou aprendendo e gostando muito de como está sendo passado o conteúdo, muito interativo.

By Nela G

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Oct 31, 2024

Concrete, and valuable information of Foundations in Cybersecurity , very well explained to create curiosity and motivation in the student to conitnue the journey.

By Athithyaa

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Jun 18, 2024

it gave me a proper idea of what the cyber security domain is, the importance of it in our like and what i should do a responsible security analyst if i become one

By Caridad P G

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Sep 12, 2023

It is a great course, well documented, that offers a general and very enjoyable overview of cybersecurity. I loved the professionalism of the teacher. I loved it!

By Jose A S L

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Aug 10, 2023

Helped me get a better understanding of the components of cybersecurity. Not just the broad idea of it but also the parts that come together to make it what it is.

By Bridgett N

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Aug 2, 2023

This course definitely gives one an idea of what to expect in cybersecurity. Thus far, I would recommend this before paying for classes at a college or university.

By Varsha K

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Jun 25, 2023

As a person who is not aware of cybersecurity except being intrigued by hacking in the beginning of course. It helped to really know what and why of cybersecurity.

By Arnold J

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Sep 10, 2023

Outstanding course. Coursera team is supportive. Lastly information and tools on this course is super great. Thank you Coursera and Google team for this platform.

By Thato N

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Sep 9, 2023

Learned how broad cyber security is and what it entails on the global scale. I especially enjoyed the relation of the study material on the Hacking google series.

By Mecha P

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Aug 14, 2023

I enjoyed how digestible course 1 was. Although I feel that the quiz/practice exam questions could have been more difficult, I was engaged in the content overall.

By Deleted A

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Jun 3, 2023

Impressive method of teaching. The management understands the psychology of learning. They are planned and organized, building on previous knowledge in each step.

By Jasmine G

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Oct 6, 2024

I really thank Coursera for all the help they are giving me. I know that they help me choose a direction in computer studies that I will really be interested in.

By y C (

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Mar 16, 2024

This is a good invitation for anyone interested in the cybersecurity field. It provides a fundamental base for exploring higher steps and is worth reading again.

By Sonya B

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Sep 9, 2023

Great overview of key terms that I have heard and now make more sense. Demystified so of the terms security folks at work use. Very simple and useful information

By Will

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Sep 1, 2023

Great course that will open the door and increase your knowledge from the start! Don't get discouraged you got this. keep moving forward and remember your goals.

By Jansenio A

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Jul 29, 2023

Great course, not only in terms of content but also presentation. I highly recommend it. Now, moving on to to the next one (Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks).

By Pedro R

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Jun 21, 2023

Overall, a very informative and well laid-out beginner-level course for anyone interested in entering the field of Cybersecurity! I highly recommend this course!

By Vhon A

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Jun 21, 2023

Learn a lot of information as a beginner in cybersecurity. Hope you can help more people to learn and be excited as I am to learn about cybersecurity. Thank you.

By Raisul H S

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Mar 28, 2025

It was a fun experience getting know the basics of cybersecurity. Beginner friendly and the course in general is very learner centric which makes learning easy.

By Safa M

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Oct 18, 2024

This part of the course is very informative, provides you with simple yet very important key words to cybersecurity and definitions needed throughout the course

By Christian B

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May 29, 2024

Well rounded and greatly pace. Lots of re-iteration of important terms to help focusing attention on the relevant concepts covered. Good foundational knowledge.

By Kevin O

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Dec 8, 2023

As a beginner with no experience this 1st course section was truly amazing I felt like the information provided was excellent and easy for anyone to understand.

By Paul W

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Aug 7, 2023

I think we're all champing at the bit to get more to the meat, but I think this was a very well put-together overview. And I think the presenter did a good job.