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Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing

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Overview

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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. Grab your cape, hero-in-training, this is where your journey into the exciting realm of Cloud Cybersecurity begins!

Syllabus

  • Introduction to cloud computing
    • Hey there, learner! This is the first of five courses in the Google Cloud Cybersecurity Certificate. In this course, you'll kickstart your journey into the world of cybersecurity. You'll meet your Google instructors (think of them as your cyber sidekicks!) and get a sneak peek into the exciting content we have in store for you. Picture this course as your mission briefing: we'll define cloud computing in security (it's not as mysterious as it sounds!), compare it to the land of on-premises computing, and highlight the essential tools and skills you'll need to become a cloud security champion.
  • Security in the cloud
    • It’s time to get started! This module provides a full introduction to the Google Cloud Cybersecurity Certificate program and the experts who will be teaching you along the way. It sets the stage by defining the field of cloud computing in security, contrasting it with on-premises computing, and highlighting core skills and essential tools.
  • The security lifecycle
    • It’s time to dive into the security lifecycle. In this module, you’ll learn about the security lifecycle for DevSecOps, infrastructure as code, and the software supply chain. You’ll become fast friends with the tools that cloud security analysts use to automate tasks.
  • Cloud security analyst roles and responsibilities
    • Cloud security analysts wear many hats in terms of roles and responsibilities within the cloud security team ecosystem. Try a few on and see how they fit!

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