CIS 394 Introduction to IT Security in an Organization (G5)

This is the fifth course in the Google IT Support Certification. 

This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices. It introduces threats and attacks and the many ways they can show up. We’ll give learners some background of encryption algorithms and how they’re used to safeguard data. Then, we’ll dive into the three As of information security: authentication, authorization, and accounting. We’ll also cover network security solutions, ranging from firewalls to WiFi encryption options. The course is rounded out by putting all these elements together into a multi-layered, in-depth security architecture, followed by recommendations on how to integrate a culture of security into an organization or team.

*Students who complete the following five courses will receive an additional co-branded credential from Google:  Google IT Support Certification. Learn the skills you need for an introductory-level job in IT support.

1. CIS194 Business Technology
2. CIS194 Computer Networking in Organizations
3. CIS194 Operating Systems Management for Business
4. CIS294 System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services
5. CIS394 Introduction to IT Security in an Organization

Course syllabus not available

Gold designation: N/A