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Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

This is the eighth course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, learners will define incident escalation from a security analyst perspective and explore the various security incident classification types. Learners will recognize the impact security incidents can have on an organization if they are not properly escalated and resolved. Learners will also be able to define what a stakeholder is and recognize which security incidents are tied to specific stakeholders. They will develop communication and collaboration skills needed to inform and influence stakeholders within their organizations. Furthermore, they will explore how to ethically operate as security professionals. Learners will also discover how to engage with the larger security community and will receive an introduction to the use of AI in cybersecurity for professional workflows. By the end of this course, you will: - Determine when and how to escalate a security incident. - Explain how having an ethical mindset supports a cybersecurity professional's ability to protect assets and data. - Communicate sensitive information with care and confidentiality. - Use reliable sources to remain current on the latest cybersecurity threats, risks, vulnerabilities, and tools. - Engage with the cybersecurity community. - Understand the many ways to use AI to streamline workflows and help with Cybersecurity tasks.

Status: Incident Response
Status: Incident Management
BeginnerCourse11 hours

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DW

5.0Reviewed Oct 13, 2025

This course was an incredible first step into the world of cybersecurity. The instructors were engaging and the content was retainable. Thanks Google and Coursera! Here's to many more!

DW

5.0Reviewed Oct 1, 2025

I enjoyed the material on this course it was very informal. I do believe that all the basics/fundamentals were covered. I would recommend this course to someone looking to learn cyber security.

NH

4.0Reviewed Oct 2, 2023

It was very helpful and informative. I 100% believe it was useful and beneficial the only problem was there is no real people to support you if you get stuck on things. No tutors or instructors.

SE

5.0Reviewed Dec 4, 2024

It really exposes you to the terms and important tools in the cybersecurity field, even if you have little to no previous knowledge; they explain everything in familiar terms and analogies

OM

4.0Reviewed Jul 18, 2024

I feel like this was a pretty balanced course! I do wish the course would add another "quiz" that would bring back previous sections in (optional) quizzes as refreshers.

AK

5.0Reviewed Feb 3, 2025

The course offers the most comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity. I would definitely recommend this course for everyone interested in changing their careers.

FF

5.0Reviewed May 19, 2024

I've been studying for my CompTIA Security+ and this course covers a ton of material that has been helpful in helping me learn about the cyber security field. Highly suggest it to everyone!

GT

4.0Reviewed May 19, 2025

Sometimes labs were frustrating. I don't know if it was the site or the fact that I'm on a Mac. It wouldn't always respond to my keystrokes. Otherwise, great course!

JE

5.0Reviewed Sep 2, 2025

This course has exposed me to alot of Cybersecurity concepts and knowledge that i did not have before. First time learning online and am highly satisfied. Great work Google and Coursera.

IS

4.0Reviewed Mar 25, 2026

The course is challenging a very educational. It would have been awesome to be able to actually see ANY of the tools in action versus cartoon representations.

JM

5.0Reviewed Apr 14, 2025

This course was insightful and the exercises help to reinforce the objectives they teach. I found it challenging and enjoyable to learn about Cybersecurity via the Google Certificate Program.

IS

5.0Reviewed Jun 11, 2023

This course allowed me to learn a lot of new information related to cybersecurity! It aided my pre-existing knowledge in a decent way and allowed me to think of security incidents in a different way.

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