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Published inAug 2023

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ISBN-139781835468869

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Ankush Chowdhary

Prashant Kulkarni

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Registering for the exam

The GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer exam is two hours long and consists of multiple-choice questions. The exam can be taken at a testing center, or you can choose to have an online-proctored exam from a remote location. The cost of the exam is USD$200 plus tax and is only available in English. You can register for the exam by following these steps:

Navigate to the GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer landing page at https://packt.link/PZx8D, where you can find more detailed information about the exam.

You will find many useful resources here, such as an exam guide, sample questions, training options, and links to community learning and the certification hub.

Select the option to book the exam by clicking on Register, which will take you to the Webassessor Google Cloud certification landing page at https://packt.link/2FmkY. You will need to create an account with Webassessor in order to book your exam.

Figure 1.1 – Logging in to Webassessor

Once you have created an account and logged in, you will need to select the exam you would like to register for. Here you will also be able to select whether you would like to sit the exam at a testing center or via the online-proctored method.

Figure 1.2 – Registration page

Note that for every exam, there is a + sign. By expanding that, you will be able to choose between the options of testing center and online-proctored.

Figure 1.3 – Exam selection

Next, you will be allowed to select a testing center.

Figure 1.4 – Select a testing center

Next, you will need to select a date and time when you wish to sit the exam at your preferred center.

Figure 1.5 – Book a date and time for the exam

Proceed to checkout and complete the transaction by either paying the fees or using a voucher, if you have one.

Figure 1.6 – Review and pay

Once you have completed the process, you have the option to make changes to either the center or the date/time. Please refer to the instructions in the confirmation email on how to reschedule without incurring cancellation charges.

Each center has specific requirements as to the identification you need to provide. All this information will be included in the email. Do pay attention to the requirements as you will not be allowed to sit the exam, whether online-proctored or on-site, if you do not have the proper identification.

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Authors (2)

Ankush Chowdhary

With an unwavering focus on technology spanning over two decades, Ankush remains genuinely dedicated to the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity. Throughout his career, he has consistently upheld a deep commitment to assisting businesses on their journey towards modernization and embracing the digital age. His guidance has empowered numerous enterprises to prioritize and implement essential cybersecurity measures. He has had the privilege of being invited as a speaker at various global cybersecurity events, where he had the opportunity to share his insights and exert influence on key decision-makers concerning cloud security and policy matters. Driven by an authentic passion for education and mentorship, he derives immense satisfaction from guiding, teaching, and mentoring others within the intricate domain of cybersecurity. The intent behind writing this book has been a modest endeavor to achieve the same purpose.
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Prashant Kulkarni

In his career, Prashant has worked directly with customers, helping them overcome different security challenges in various product areas. These experiences have made him passionate about continuous learning, especially in the fast-changing security landscape. Joining Google 4 years back, he expanded his knowledge of Cloud Security. He is thankful for the support of customers, the infosec community, and his peers that have sharpened his technical skills and improved his ability to explain complex security concepts in a user-friendly way. This book aims to share his experiences and insights, empowering readers to navigate the ever-evolving security landscape with confidence. In his free time, Prashant indulges in his passion for astronomy, marveling at the vastness and beauty of the universe.
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