Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs (Coursera)

In addition, you'll explore how to ethically operate as a cybersecurity professional. You'll discover how to engage with the cybersecurity community, explore jobs in the cybersecurity field, and complete practice interviews. You'll also write a resume and cover letter to prepare for applying and interviewing for jobs in cybersecurity.

Google employees who currently work in cybersecurity will guide you through videos, provide hands-on activities and examples that simulate common cybersecurity tasks, and help you build your skills to prepare for jobs.

Learners who complete this certificate will be equipped to apply for entry-level cybersecurity roles. No previous experience is necessary.

By the end of this course, you will:

- Determine when and how to escalate a security incident.

- Explain how having an ethical mindset supports a cybersecurity professional's ability to protect assets and data.

- Communicate sensitive information with care and confidentiality.

- Use reliable sources to remain current on the latest cybersecurity threats, risks, vulnerabilities, and tools.

- Engage with the cybersecurity community.

- Find and apply for cybersecurity jobs.

- Prepare for job interviews.

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Protect data and communicate incidents

You will recognize the importance of security professionals in the workplace. You'll discover how proper detection and escalation can impact an organization’s security posture.

WEEK 2

Escalate incidents

You will explore the importance of incident prioritization and escalation. You'll learn how the decisions security professionals make help to keep business operations safe.

WEEK 3

Communicate effectively to influence stakeholders

You will learn about important stakeholders in cybersecurity. In addition, you'll create clear and concise communications to stakeholders.

WEEK 4

Engage with the cybersecurity community

You will prepare to stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity trends and explore how to engage with the security community.

WEEK 5

Find and apply for cybersecurity jobs

You will prepare for your job search. You will explore career readiness techniques such as creating a resume, developing an elevator pitch, and preparing for the interview process. In addition, you'll use career resources that can help you find and apply for jobs in cybersecurity.