Google Cybersecurity Certificate
Prepare for a career as a cybersecurity analyst with a professional cybersecurity certificate from Google. Learn job-ready skills that are in-demand, like how to identify and mitigate common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities — and discover how to effectively utilize AI in cybersecurity.
Get a cybersecurity job, with help from Google experts
median salary
for cybersecurity jobs with 0 to 5 years of experience1
open jobs
in the field of cybersecurity1
Qualify for high-paying jobs in cybersecurity
- cybersecurity analyst
- Security analyst
- SOC analyst
- Information security analyst
- IT security analyst
- Cyber defense analyst
Learn more about the certificate
Cybersecurity Certificate
- Programming for cybersecurity tasks
- Frameworks and controls that inform security operations
- Using security information and event management (SIEM) tools for cybersecurity
- Detecting and responding to incidents using an intrusion detection system
- Performing packet capture and analysis
Preview the certificate material
An introduction to cybersecurity
The full certificate program includes:
- Hands-on activities
- Quizzes and assignments
- Regular assessments
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Get on the fast track to high paying jobs with top employers
Prepare for a new career in 3-6 months. No relevant experience or degrees required.
Certificate graduates in the US will gain access to CareerCircle, which offers personalized coaching, mock interviews, and resume-building tools.
Use CareerCircle’s exclusive job board to connect directly with employers looking to hire Google Career Certificate graduates.
Certificate Testimonial
“Without the foundations of the Google Certificate, I wouldn't have been able to move forward as quickly as I did. It was a starting piece that got my foot in the door for larger opportunities.”
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NOW FEATURING AI TRAINING
Harness the power of AI in cybersecurity
Learn how to use AI to:
- Help understand complex security frameworks
- Identify bugs in code
- Help refine code
- Understand system vulnerabilities
- Help prioritize threats and alerts
Frequently asked questions
*Complete in 6 months, under 10 hours per week.
¹ Lightcast™ US Job Postings (2024: Last 12 Months: Jan. 1, 2024 - Dec. 31, 2024).
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