KeepItTechie
Google has introduced a new Cybersecurity Certificate aimed at people interested in entering the cybersecurity workforce, irrespective of coding or computer science backgrounds. Hosted on Coursera, the certification runs for six months and requires seven hours per week of study, at a cost of just $49 per month after a free seven-day trial. Learners gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, including python and Linux, and will be awarded a dual credential on completion, which will prepare them for entry-level cybersecurity roles. Additionally, learners will prepare for the CompTIA Security Plus exam and gain skills in Linux and SQL.
In this section, the video discusses the new cybersecurity certification offered by Google. The certification is designed for people interested in getting into the cybersecurity field and does not require a background in coding or computer science. The program is hosted on Coursera and includes data analytics, IT support, and business intelligence. Google's certification program is aimed at addressing the lack of diversity and people in the cybersecurity workforce. The cybersecurity workforce is projected to have 3.5 million unfilled positions worldwide, with 750,000 in the United States. This certification is part of a growing trend where companies like Google and Microsoft are offering certifications to help people get into the cybersecurity field.
In this section, the speaker discusses Google's new Cybersecurity Certificate which is designed to upskill workers from entry-level jobs in cybersecurity in less than six months. The certificate will prepare people for entry-level cybersecurity roles and provide hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, including python, Linux, and an array of security tools. Learners will earn a dual credential when they complete both and prepare for the CompTIA Security Plus exam. The program is offered by Google and can be completed in six months at seven hours per week. The fee is $49 per month after a free seven-day trial, and various colleges, including Purdue University, the University of Texas systems, and Syracuse University, will offer these cybersecurity certificates. Google is working with non-profits and other institutions to ensure widespread accessibility.
In this section, the speaker discusses a study conducted by ISC Square which showed that the demand for cyber experts is likely to weather layoffs and avoid significant reductions in security staff. Non-security c-suite leaders in multiple countries indicated that cyber security was considered a critical asset that delivers value. The study found that 51% of respondents would prioritize hiring or rehiring cyber security professionals, with only 10% suggesting a reduction in security staff. The Google Cybersecurity Certificate is a part of a portfolio of Google career certificate courses that includes data analysis, digital marketing and e-commerce, IT support, project management, and UX design, and can be completed in 6 months. Additionally, the certificate teaches in-demand skills, such as Linux and SQL, and comes with an entry-level median salary of $100,000.
No videos found.
No related videos found.
No music found.