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Launch your career in Cloud Cybersecurity. Build job-ready skills – and must-have AI skills – for an in-demand career. Earn a credential from Google Cloud. No prior experience required.
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Analyze and apply cloud security principles in practical scenarios.
Develop and implement risk management and compliance strategies.
Execute effective incident response and recovery plans.
Prepare for a successful career in cloud security.
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Imagine yourself as a digital guardian, a cyber sentinel at the frontlines of Google Cloud security, safeguarding valuable assets from the world of cybercrime. This certificate program is your training ground, a thrilling mix of expert-led courses and immersive Google Cloud challenges through interactive labs. You'll analyze threats, build defenses, and complete a final mission that'll impress future employers.
Get hands-on with Google Cloud tools like Cloud Shell, Cloud Storage, and Security Command Center, tackling real-world cybersecurity problems head-on. All content is crafted by seasoned Google experts in cloud and cybersecurity tech.
Beyond training and labs, you'll complete a capstone project and create work examples to showcase your new skills. This certificate builds on your existing foundational knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals (no degree needed), and we've even got you covered with optional refreshers on network security, threat analysis, SQL, and incident detection, as well the importance of integrating AI into your path forward.
Grab your cape, hero-in-training, this is where your journey into the exciting realm of Cloud Cybersecurity begins!
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This certificate program prepares learners for entry-level roles in cloud cybersecurity. Supplemental content on these concepts is included within the certificate.
There are 5 on-demand courses in which learners will complete hands-on labs that allow them to practice key skills and produce work examples to show potential employers. Courses 1-4 build learners’ knowledge of networks, security models, and tools used to assess and address threats, risks, and vulnerabilities. Course 5 includes a capstone project that focuses on applying the knowledge and skills gained and prepares learners to establish a career in the cloud security field. Estimated completion: 3 months.
Skills you’ll gain: Generative AI in Cybersecurity, knowledge of networks, security models.
Platforms and tools you will learn: Security Command Center (SCC), Cloud Firewall and Logging
Prerequisites: None. It’s helpful for learners to be familiar with foundational cybersecurity concepts, skills, and tools.
Define cybersecurity as it applies to cloud computing.
Describe the common roles and responsibilities of an entry-level cloud security analyst.
Identify common tools used by entry-level cloud security analysts.
Explore the fundamentals of digital transformation within the cloud.
Analyze the key components and objects of the risk management process.
Explore cloud security risk frameworks.
Describe fundamental identity and access management concepts specific to the cloud.
Identify key components of AAA (Authentication, Authorization, Auditing) for strengthened cloud security.
Explain capabilities and best practices for efficient asset and resource management in the cloud.
Explore common security vulnerabilities and evaluate their impact and risk mitigation strategies.
Analyze logging systems in a cloud environment.
Configure security monitoring systems to efficiently identify and mitigate threats to a cloud environment.
Define the lifecycle of a security incident and the process to identify, document, and prevent future incidents.
Explain the purpose of a Disaster Recovery Plan and how this affects data retention and recovery.
Explain IAM and the scope of permissions and roles, and the roles and responsibilities of a security organization.
Create a plan to protect an organization by detecting, responding and recovering from security threats and incidents.
Develop career resources for a role in cloud security computing. Practice resume and interview techniques for a cloud security career.
NEW [optional] Generative AI for Cloud Cybersecurity.
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.
When you complete this Professional Certificate, you may be able to have your learning recognized for credit if you are admitted and enroll in one of the following online degree programs.¹
This Professional Certificate has ACE® recommendation. It is eligible for college credit at participating U.S. colleges and universities. Note: The decision to accept specific credit recommendations is up to each institution.
We help millions of organizations empower their employees, serve their customers, and build what’s next for their businesses with innovative technology created in—and for—the cloud. Our products are engineered for security, reliability, and scalability, running the full stack from infrastructure to applications to devices and hardware. Our teams are dedicated to helping customers apply our technologies to create success.
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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Certificate, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Certificate. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
¹ Median salary and job opening data are sourced from Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (2/1/2024 - 2/1/2025)
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