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!
Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing
Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing
This course is part of Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Instructor: Google Cloud Training
39,280 already enrolled
Included with
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
310 reviews
Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
2 weeks at 10 hours a week
Learn at your own pace
95%
Most learners liked this course
What you'll learn
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.
Skills you'll gain
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Security
- IT Automation
- Security Controls
- DevSecOps
- Cloud Computing
- Infrastructure Security
- Digital Transformation
- Cloud Technologies
- Identity and Access Management
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Google Cloud Platform
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Cloud Infrastructure
- General Networking
Tools you'll learn
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Assessments
21 assignments
Taught in English
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Build your Cloud Computing expertise
This course is part of the Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate from Google Cloud
There are 4 modules in this course
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.
Instructor
Instructor ratings
(85 ratings)Offered by
Explore more from Cloud Computing
Status: Free TrialStatus: AI skillsGoogle Cloud
Status: PreviewIllinois Tech
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Minnesota
Status: Free TrialLearnKartS
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
- 5 stars
81.93%
- 4 stars
10.96%
- 3 stars
1.93%
- 2 stars
1.29%
- 1 star
3.87%
Showing 3 of 310
CB
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
The instructors are chill and need a raise for being so.
CW
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025
Great way to start your cybersecurity career. I found the interview section extremely helpful!
DB
Reviewed on May 28, 2025
Good start to understanding how cloud changes how we think about security.
Advance your career with an online degree
Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online
