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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....

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SI

Dec 1, 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.

DS

Oct 28, 2023

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By Jasmine G

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 (

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 N O

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

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.

By Jaroslav T

Aug 3, 2023

Great, I can only recommend. Easily for complete beginners to start and luckily for us more advanced people with transferable skills there is x1.5 speed option.

By JOSE A A O

Jul 11, 2023

El curso te lleva paso a paso dentro de este apasionante mundo de la ciberseguridad.

The course takes you step by step into this exciting world of cybersecurity.

By Jeremy T

Jul 11, 2023

I think the coursework is relevant and the instructors emphasize on all the key topics that need to be covered. I look forward to the remainder of these courses

By Owusu A A

Nov 14, 2024

THANKS TO GOOGLE FOR THIS CERTIFCATION, AM GLAD TO BE A MEMBER OF YOUR PROGRAM AND I CAN'T WAIT TO DIVE DEEPER WITH YOU GUYS... SENDING LOVES FROM AFRICA GHANA

By Shrihari B

Nov 4, 2024

I'm very greatfull have the course . i'm really thankful to google for providig such great opportunity to students who don't have the prior knowledge about cc.

By AfricaSorare F

Oct 25, 2023

As a novice, I found the learning materials to be easy to follow along and the exercises brooght clarity and understanding of the sometimes, complex material.

By Md. A H

Aug 26, 2023

I am excited to complete the Fundamental of Cybersecurity course. It has boosted my confidence level. Now i am ready to complete the next professional courses.

By Gerder K

Feb 23, 2025

I love the challenge of this course, I enjoy every course that I have accomplished and it helps me understand the fundamentals of Cyber Security. Thank you.

By Evangelos N

Feb 11, 2025

I can't believe how motivated I am after finishing course one . If anyone wants to start a new career in cybersecurity this is the first milestone to achieve.

By AndrU v

Jun 23, 2024

Es un excelente curso de introducción.. solo es pura teoria pero vale la pena para poder conseguir los 8 cursos y el certificado final .. lo termine en 4 dias

By David A C

Nov 14, 2023

I felt like this gave a very good grasp on the foundations of cybersecurity. Made me look forward to what else there is to learn about this exciting industry.