Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer

CGI Federal is a leader in providing IT and cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to supporting mission-critical federal government initiatives. We are committed to enhancing national security and strengthening government operations through innovative technology, advanced analytics, and expert collaboration. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering secure, modern, and resilient solutions that empower our federal government client's mission. Engineer cloud security controls and telemetry across AWS GovCloud and connected services—implementing IAM guardrails, encryption/KMS, logging/monitoring, workload protection, and continuous compliance that feed the SOC.

This position is located in our Knoxville, TN office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your Future Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement IAM governance, encryption/KMS, logging/monitoring (CloudTrail/GuardDuty/Security Hub). Automate CSPM guardrails and continuous compliance checks; remediate misconfigurations. Integrate cloud telemetry with SIEM/SOAR; collaborate with SOC on cloud threat detections.

Required Qualifications to Be Successful in This Role:

5–8+ years in cloud security; deep IAM, network security, key management, DevSecOps. Experience with AWS GovCloud services and telemetry integration at scale. Security clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust (or higher per client). US Citizenship or Green Card Required, with eligibility to obtain a public trust clearance. Cloud security certifications (CCSP, AWS/Azure Security Engineer) preferred.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: competitive compensation, comprehensive insurance options, matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan, paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time, paid parental leave, learning opportunities and tuition assistance, wellness and well-being programs.

What You Can Expect from Us:

Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.