This repo holds all of the projects, notes, and write-ups I have done while completing the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate. You can view my certificate of completion on Credly or Coursera. Here are some key areas you may have learned and gained skills in
- Foundational Cybersecurity Concepts:
• Understanding the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).
• Exploring the basic concepts of cryptography and its role in securing information.
- Network Security:
• Learning about network protocols and their vulnerabilities.
• Implementing measures to secure network infrastructure and prevent unauthorized access.
- Security Architecture:
• Understanding the design and implementation of secure systems and architectures.
• Learning about different security models and their applications.
- Security Operations:
• Gaining insights into security monitoring, incident response, and security policies.
• Developing skills in detecting and responding to security incidents.
- Vulnerability Management:
• Identifying and assessing vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
• Implementing strategies to manage and mitigate vulnerabilities effectively.
- Identity and Access Management:
• Learning about user authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Implementing access controls and understanding the importance of least privilege.
- Web Application Security:.
• Understanding common vulnerabilities in web applications.
• Implementing security measures to protect against web-based attacks.
- Cloud Security:
• Exploring security considerations in cloud computing environments.
• Implementing best practices for securing data and applications in the cloud.
- Security Compliance and Governance:
• Understanding regulatory compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Developing skills in creating and maintaining security policies.
- Cybersecurity Career Preparation:
• Gaining insights into the various roles and career paths in cybersecurity.
• Developing a resume and portfolio to showcase skills and knowledge.
Developed Technical skills with:
- Linux
- Python
- SQL
- SIEM tools (Splunk and Chronicle)
- Network protocol analyzers (Wireshark and tcpdump)
- IDS/IPS tools
- Firewalls
Completing the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate demonstrates to employers that I have a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles and that I am well-prepared to contribute to the security of information systems and networks. By applying and refining these skills through continuous learning and practical experience I able to stay abreast of the evolving field of cybersecurity.
Each directory holds the files for each of the courses in the certificate and the order they were completed in is:
- Foundations of Cybersecurity
- Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
- Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security
- Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL
- Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
- Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response
- Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python
- Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs (No files needed)