Cloud Security Consultant

CGI; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in the UK is seeking a Cloud Security Consultant to shape secure digital transformation initiatives for clients. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to design secure cloud architectures in AWS, Azure, and GCP, while conducting risk assessments and audits. Ideal candidates will have strong cloud security experience and communication skills. The position offers excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, private healthcare, and a share scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of cloud security principles and experience securing complex infrastructures.
• Proven experience in cloud security architecture and assurance.
• Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead cloud security initiatives to protect systems and data.
• Design and enhance secure cloud architectures.
• Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits.

Skills

Compliance

Security Architecture

Security Assessment

Risk Management

Information Security

Education

CISSP

CISM

CCSP

AZ-500

AWS Security Specialty

Tools

GCP

AWS

Azure

Job description

Position Description

At CGI were shaping the future of secure digital transformation helping clients across industries protect their most valuable assets in the cloud. As a Cloud Security Consultant youll play a key role in building trusted resilient cloud environments that enable innovation and drive business success. Youll work within one of the UKs largest and most respected cyber consultancies influencing major cloud programmes that safeguard national infrastructure modernise operations and empower clients to grow with confidence. Join us to make an impact where it truly matters combining your technical expertise with creativity and ownership to deliver lasting change.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK Best Employer by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector including our Armed Forces and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

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

In this role you will lead and support cloud security initiatives that protect client systems data and operations. Youll work closely with cross-functional teams to design assess and enhance secure cloud architectures across AWS Azure and GCP environments. By combining technical depth with strategic insight youll help organisations adopt cloud technologies confidently balancing security innovation and performance.

Youll be empowered to take ownership of projects apply creativity to complex challenges and collaborate within a supportive community of cyber professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

Key responsibilities include

• Design & Implement: Develop secure architectures and solutions across public private and hybrid cloud environments.
• Assess & Advise: Conduct risk assessments threat modelling and compliance audits.
• Embed & Automate: Integrate security within DevOps and CI / CD pipelines.
• Govern & Guide: Provide expert advice on cloud governance identity and access management.
• Support & Protect: Align client operations with leading frameworks and regulatory standards.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

ou should have a solid understanding of cloud security principles and proven experience securing complex cloud infrastructures. Strong communication analytical and problem-solving skills are essential alongside the ability to translate technical risks into actionable recommendations for clients.

You should have :

• Proven experience in cloud security architecture and assurance
• Strong knowledge of AWS Azure or GCP environments
• Understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001 NIST NCSC CAF and Cyber Essentials / Plus
• Experience in identity and access management data protection and cloud governance
• Knowledge of network and infrastructure security in cloud contexts
• Familiarity with business continuity resilience and incident response
• Desirable certifications : CISSP CISM CCSP AZ-500 AWS Security Specialty CCP or equivalent

Key Skills

• Compliance
• Security Architecture
• Security Assessment
• Security Audit
• ISO 27001
• B2B Sales
• SafeNet
• IDS
• Risk Management
• PCI
• NIST Standards
• Salt
• Information Security
• Customer relationship management
• Encryption
• FISMA

What you can expect from us

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll 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. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll 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.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll 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 teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Employment Type

Full-Time