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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

CK

May 15, 2023

For a foundation course, this one was easy to understand, it explained all basic concepts in a fluid way and built up the base for the upcoming courses. I'm eager to move on to the other courses now.

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By Mark P S M

Sep 6, 2023

It is a very exciting opportunity to obtain a knowledge regarding cyber security even without any background in this field. I am looking forward to earn more knowledge to better myself.

By Abdullah S

May 31, 2023

Very Useful. I benefited a lot. I hope to be able to to get a job with this certificate, and hopefully continue down this path by also passing CompTIA, and other certifications/degrees.

By Temurbek S

Mar 11, 2025

It looks like you're completing a cybersecurity-related quiz or training. If you need explanations for any of the questions or would like a review of your answers, feel free to ask! 😊

By Chikofer

Aug 1, 2024

I like when, while a video was playing it cuts to a question which you have to answer regarding the videos topic , this just helps me understand and retain the information be presented

By Esther S J

Jun 3, 2024

It's beneficial to people in search of a job even with no experience in the cybersecurity profession thanks to this course we were allowing developing ourselves, skills, and knowledge.

By Jhibraiil A

Jan 21, 2024

This is a great course for someone like me who is new to the subject (Cybersecurity). It shows what I need to learn, how I can develop my skills, and the skills I need for this career.

By Hasnin

Nov 12, 2023

Thank you Google and Coursera for giving me this opportunity to continue my education, I am so happy after finishing my first course of this program and get my first certificate of it.

By curtis f

Sep 20, 2023

Amazing course! If you're hesitant about diving in, you'll be given great, easy-to-understand examples and will complete this course with a new confidence and drive to learn even more!

By Brandon T

Aug 18, 2023

I found this course very informative. Even though I knew a little bit about cybersecurity this course refreshed some of the things I knew and help expand my knowledge into other areas.

By Bodhi D

Jul 17, 2023

It is a very thorough course. Well structured to really provide the foundation to understand the field, even if you know nothing in the beginning. Don't worry they explain things well.

By Chukwuemeka o

Jun 24, 2024

This is a top notch training experience, was quite detailed and concise. A must have experience for all intending digital security professionals. Thank you Google, thank you Coursera!

By Leiah V S

Jul 17, 2023

This course gave me more information on what I will be learning and got me excited for the rest of the courses. I have zero previous knowledge in cybersecurity and it was very helpful

By Ender A

Jan 28, 2025

Excelente curso inicial, muy dinámico, ameno y actualizado, es un honor y un privilegio para mí el formar parte del mismo. ¡Un millón de gracias!. Sin dudas lo recomiendo totalmente.

By Mahalakshmi M

May 27, 2024

The journey in this course was really interesting & learnt all the basics and foundations of cybersecurity . More curious to know more about cybersecurity in the rest of the courses.

By Richard B

Nov 1, 2023

Great course for an absolute beginner. Gave a basic understanding of cybersecurity in easy to understand segments. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to explore cybersecurity.

By Arritta P

May 27, 2024

The course is great start for anyone who needs foundational information and start career in cybersecurity a great refresher for anyone with experience but may need refresher course.

By Md S K

Apr 12, 2024

This course is my first Cybersecurity Course, the way these teachers teach us is wonderful. I've learnt so many things withing very short time, Love this course from Bangladesh....

By Shruti M

Apr 7, 2024

As a student and a beginner in cybersecurity this is really a helpful course i really appreciate the tram of google who make such a great program for student . I'm really thankful .

By Marco C C

Sep 10, 2023

I never expect to enjoy studying foundations of cyber security, the topics and how it is explained step by step makes me be in love studying online to be part of the cyber security.

By Michael G

Aug 21, 2023

Very informative. There was lots of information included but it was presented in a way to make it easy to learn and follow along. Looking forward to the next course in the series.

By Shane S

Jul 29, 2023

I tried doing the CompTia Security+ course before trying this one. I have to say that the Google Foundations Course made it so much easier to understand and recommend all the way!!!

By Muyivu S

Jul 25, 2023

This is one of the best defensive introductory cybersecurity courses I've ever encountered. Thanks to Google in collaboration with Coursera to make this accessible for all. Regards!

By Genaro R

Apr 1, 2025

Aporto considerablemente a mi entendimiento de la Ciberseguridad, profundizo conceptos que no conocía y expandió aquellos que si. Evoluciono mi visión y mis metas, totalmente util.

By Juan r c

Feb 18, 2025

El curso a cumplido con las expectativas que tenia del curso... no necesita tener bases fuertes, sino tener las ganas de empezar. se puede cumplir las metas y objetivos propuestos.

By Ren D

Aug 27, 2023

This is a good overview of what Cybersecurity is. It's geared towards getting a job in the field and addresses some key concepts that prospective analysts need to be familiar with.