Cloud Security Architects

CGI; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Cloud Security Architect. In this hybrid role, you will design secure AWS cloud environments, lead teams, and drive cloud security strategies. Candidates should have proven experience in architecting cloud environments and knowledge of security frameworks. Join us to develop innovative solutions and influence positive change across industries.

Qualifications

• Proven experience architecting secure cloud environments (multi-account, landing zones).
• Familiarity with cloud security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27017/27018, MoD/HMG standards).
• Experience with container and serverless security (EKS, ECS, Lambda).

Responsibilities

• Design secure architectures across enterprise and hybrid environments.
• Define and embed cloud security principles aligned with best practices.
• Collaborate on cloud migration and transformation projects.

Skills

Architecting secure cloud environments

Cloud security frameworks knowledge

Container and serverless security

SIEM, logging, and monitoring

Secure CI/CD and DevSecOps practices

Cloud governance and compliance understanding

Education

AWS Certified Security - Specialty

Job description

Cloud Security Architects

At CGI, we empower our clients to secure the future of their digital enterprises and we're trusted to do so at scale. As a Cloud Security Architect, you'll design and deliver robust AWS cloud environments that safeguard critical data and services across industries. You'll help shape innovative security strategies, enhance cloud resilience, and drive transformation across hybrid architectures.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Shape & Lead: Design secure architectures across enterprise and hybrid environments.
• Advise & Influence: Define and embed cloud security principles aligned with best practices and compliance standards.
• Develop & Deliver: Collaborate on cloud migration and transformation projects, ensuring security remains at the core.
• Automate & Optimise: Integrate security controls through DevSecOps practices and infrastructure automation.
• Guide & Mentor: Support delivery teams and junior specialists in developing CGI's cloud security capabilities.
• Innovate & Evolve: Contribute to continuous improvement of CGI's cloud security frameworks and client offerings.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Proven experience architecting secure cloud environments (multi-account, landing zones, SCPs, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, IAM).
• Familiarity with cloud security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27017/27018, MoD/HMG standards).
• Experience with container and serverless security (EKS, ECS, Lambda).
• Knowledge of SIEM, logging, and monitoring using AWS-native or integrated tools.
• Proficiency in secure CI/CD and DevSecOps practices (IaC, security scanning pipelines).
• Understanding of cloud governance, compliance, and risk management in regulated sectors.
• AWS Certified Security - Specialty (or equivalent) is highly advantageous.

What you can expect from us

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. You will 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. Come join our team – one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.