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Introduction to Google Cloud Security

Chris Jackson

Welcome to the course, *Introduction to Google Cloud Security*. This course is designed to introduce foundational security principles for protecting resources and workloads running on Google Cloud. Throughout this course, you will learn about cloud services and cloud security basics concerning: * Structure and Deployment * Authentication and Authorization * Networking * Key and Secret Management * Logging and Detection * Deploying Secured Apps This course is designed for people who want to gain entry-level knowledge on cloud security architecture and work toward becoming Google Cloud Security engineers. The prerequisites for this course are basic knowledge of cloud concepts and some foundational knowledge of information security concepts.

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Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Increases expertise in deploying and securing applications on the Google Cloud Platform
Supports learners preparing to become Google Cloud Security engineers
Ideal for those with basic knowledge of cloud concepts and foundational information security concepts
Learners will study authentication and authorization in the cloud
Includes a mix of media, such as videos and readings
Requires additional knowledge and software prior to enrolling

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Learners who complete Introduction to Google Cloud Security will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Cloud Security Specialist
Cloud Security Specialists are responsible for providing security expertise to organizations that are using cloud computing. They use their knowledge of cloud security principles and technologies to help organizations develop and implement security measures to protect their cloud-based applications and data. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Identity and Access Management Engineer
Identity and Access Management Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing identity and access management solutions to protect against threats such as unauthorized access, phishing, and credential theft. They use their knowledge of identity and access management principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are responsible for the overall security of an organization's information assets. They develop and implement security policies and procedures to protect against cyberattacks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Security Analyst
Security Analysts are responsible for monitoring and analyzing security data to identify and respond to threats. They use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
DevSecOps Engineer
DevSecOps Engineers are responsible for integrating security into the software development lifecycle. They use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures that are integrated into the software development process. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Information Security Manager
Information Security Managers are responsible for developing and implementing information security policies and procedures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. They use their knowledge of information security principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures that protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineers are responsible for protecting the security of cloud-based applications and data. They design and implement security measures to protect against threats such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and malware. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing network security solutions to protect against threats such as unauthorized access, Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, and malware. They use their knowledge of network security principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Security Consultant
Security Consultants provide security advice and guidance to organizations to help them protect against cyberattacks. They use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating cyber threat intelligence to help organizations identify and respond to threats. They use their knowledge of cyber threat intelligence principles and technologies to develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Penetration Tester
Penetration Testers use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems. They use this information to help organizations develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Forensic Analyst
Forensic Analysts use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to investigate cyberattacks and identify the attackers. They use this information to help organizations develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Security Auditor
Security Auditors use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to assess the security of computer systems and networks. They use this information to help organizations develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects are responsible for designing and implementing cloud computing solutions to meet the needs of businesses. They use their knowledge of cloud computing principles and technologies to develop and implement solutions that are secure, scalable, and cost-effective. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.
Risk Manager
Risk Managers use their knowledge of security principles and technologies to identify and assess risks to an organization's information assets. They use this information to help organizations develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks. This course can help you build a foundation in cloud security principles and best practices, which are essential for success in this role.

Reading list

We've selected ten books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Introduction to Google Cloud Security.
Provides the perspective of threat modeling necessary for most cloud security engineers.
A standard work on network security, essential for understanding Google Cloud networking.
Cryptography is essential for cloud security, and this good book to understand the theory and practice of it.
A classic work on server security that is very relevant to cloud security.
Social engineering critical aspect of cloud security, and this book provides insights into how to protect against it.
A basic text that is useful for users new to cloud security but very little use to someone beyond that.

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