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About the Course

This is the first course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. These courses will equip you with the skills you need to prepare for an entry-level cybersecurity job. In this course, you will be introduced to the world of cybersecurity through an interactive curriculum developed by Google. You will identify significant events that led to the development of the cybersecurity field, explain the importance of cybersecurity in today's business operations, and explore the job responsibilities and skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. Google employees who currently work in cybersecurity will guide you through videos, provide hands-on activities and examples that simulate common cybersecurity tasks, and help you build your skills to prepare for jobs. 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

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.

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 Roderick E

Oct 30, 2023

it got me sttarted in the cyber world and i feel like its a good well laid out course! Great Instructors they seemed genuine.

By Din G

Oct 7, 2023

Great overview of the foundation along with a focus on entry-level considerations like what tools we should be familiar with.

By Muhsin a S

Sep 9, 2023

it's great pleasure for me to be the part of this course. I really appreciate , i have on myself to be cyber security analyst

By Harun A

Aug 13, 2023

I love this course, thanks coursera and google for new knowledge for me. perhaps, someday I can get job for the cybersecurity

By Raj S

Aug 5, 2023

VERY KNOWLEGEABLE,INFORMATIVE,WELL PREPARED AND WELL PRESENTED COURSE ON FOUNDATIONS OF CYBERSECURITY BY GOOGLE AND COURSERA.

By Daniel A

Jul 28, 2023

Wow, Thank you! I really enjoyed the course and the information was given in nice short video clips. More, I want mooooore!!!

By Carvia R

Jul 17, 2023

Everything used to create this course was done amazingly well. I applaud the time and effort it took to make this. Thank you.

By Nguyễn Đ H T

Apr 9, 2024

The course is suitable for everyone, even beginners and those who don't have a background about cyber-security. Recommended

By jaqueline b

Jul 28, 2023

Hi my name! Jaqueline, I am so happy to register myself in this program. i enjoyed it and recommend it to anybody.

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By Jeremy P

Jun 1, 2023

This course does a great job of introducing you to the most basic concepts of cybersecurity, and evolving into diving deeper

By Su L

Nov 28, 2024

That's a great course to understand the foundations of Cybersecurity with lots of helpful theories and real-world examples.

By Prasanth K

Oct 23, 2024

Very informative and to the point. Only problem i faced was at the eight CISSP domains, may be because of i am new to this.

By Jacqueline D E

Mar 27, 2024

The tutors made it very understandable. I do not have any background in cybersecurity, but they made it easy to understand.

By Chasity W

Mar 24, 2024

I have learned so much good information just in the beginning of this course. I am excited and committed to learning more.

By Mateusz G

Nov 24, 2023

A solid overview of cybersecurity fundamentals which allows one to build off & advance within their cybersecurity education

By Andrey

Nov 3, 2023

I have a wonderful experience with this course. In my opinion, is the most adequate start for a cybersecurity professional.

By Alejandra S

Oct 13, 2023

I loved the way my instructor explained and approach to all of us! I felt like I knew her since a long time ago. Thank you!

By Jeremy H

Sep 30, 2023

Outstanding introduction to a field that is completely new to me. As of now, it does not feel overwhelming or intimidating.

By LISOLAMI D

Sep 27, 2023

I found this course very insightful and I'm eager to learn more as I continue my journey with the rest of the seven courses

By Nabil P

Aug 26, 2023

Its a Awesome Course for beginner to start a career in Cybersecurity and get a strong foundation to enter in cybersecurity.

By Elijah S

Jun 16, 2023

This was a great foundations course. It covers everything that a beginner needs to know in order to get started. Brilliant.

By Yudy Y

Jun 8, 2023

It's a very good, well curated course, with easy to understand language and instruction with up to date real life examples.

By Lucas B

May 18, 2023

Very detailed information, easy to follow along and plenty of quizzes, readings, and assignments to ensure proper learning.

By Brajesh k

Jul 6, 2023

Anyone can understand. it's so simple and easy to understand. Thanks to the google team and Coursera to bring this course.

By Teboho T j

Nov 20, 2024

This is amongst the best courses in cyber I have taken; it is so in-depth, hands-on, and interactive. highly recommended.