Technical Graduate - Cloud Engineer - Belfast - January 2027

Higherin; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI in Belfast is seeking a Cloud Engineer Graduate to help build, operate and improve secure cloud platforms that support national critical services. You’ll work with experts across cloud, infrastructure, networking and security, gaining practical skills while contributing to important intelligence-focused projects.

From day one you’ll be trusted to take responsibility, develop your cloud engineering expertise and influence your career direction within a supportive Early Careers program and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM subject with minimum 2:2 classification.
• Strong interest in cloud computing and technology operations.
• Ability to follow security and technical processes accurately.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support secure, reliable cloud environments for critical projects.
• Design, configure and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Automate deployment, configuration and management tasks.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and improve system performance and resilience.
• Apply security controls and ensure compliant configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud computing

Networking

Systems administration

Virtualisation

Python automation

Security

Education

2:2 degree in CS/IT/engineering/math

Job description

Position Description

As a Cloud Engineer Graduate in our Space, Defence & Intelligence business unit, you’ll help build, operate and improve secure cloud platforms that support services of national importance. You’ll work with experienced specialists across cloud, infrastructure, networking and security, developing practical skills while contributing to projects that protect national interests and deliver intelligence solutions that matter.

From your first day, you’ll be trusted to take responsibility, solve problems and contribute ideas. You’ll receive the support and development needed to build your cloud engineering expertise and define the direction of your career.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you’ll help develop and support secure, reliable cloud environments for projects that keep the UK and its global partners secure. You’ll combine cloud technology with infrastructure, networking and automation skills to help deliver resilient services.

You will:

• Build cloud environments: Help design, configure and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure for live projects.
• Support systems and platforms: Work with operating systems, virtualisation, networking and platform services that underpin critical applications.
• Automate technical processes: Use scripting and automation to make the deployment, configuration and management of cloud services more efficient and reliable.
• Monitor and troubleshoot: Investigate technical issues, support service availability and help improve the performance and resilience of cloud environments.
• Apply security controls: Follow established processes and contribute to the secure configuration and operation of systems handling sensitive information.
• Collaborate across disciplines: Work with cloud engineers, software developers, infrastructure specialists, security teams and client stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.
• Innovate alongside other graduates: Take part in early careers initiatives that go beyond your day-to-day role.

Every contribution you make will help deliver outcomes with lasting impact.

Location and start date

This role is based in Belfast and starts in January 2027.

As CGI is a consultancy, you may occasionally be required to work from different CGI or client locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are important.

Why Join Us?

At CGI, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion and collaboration, where your perspective is valued and your ideas contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Your journey starts with a structured Early Careers Induction Programme, giving you the foundations to succeed, along with 24/7 e-learning and opportunities to gain professional certifications that build your expertise. You’ll also join our Student Kick-start Initiative, where you’ll collaborate with other graduates on creative projects that deliver impact beyond your day-to-day role.

Why Choose CGI’s Space, Defence & Intelligence business?

For nearly 50 years, CGI has been trusted by governments and global organisations to deliver solutions that drive innovation and protect critical infrastructure. As a Cloud Engineer Graduate, you could contribute to areas including:

• Secure cloud platforms: Building and supporting cloud environments designed to protect sensitive systems and information.
• Mission‑critical infrastructure: Supporting resilient technology services used across defence, intelligence and national security.
• Automation and modern delivery: Applying cloud engineering, scripting and DevSecOps practices to improve how secure services are delivered.

Benefits

• Along with a competitive salary and a £1,000 joining bonus, you’ll enjoy benefits that support every stage of your journey.
• You’ll share in CGI’s success through our matched share scheme.
• Have access to private healthcare, well‑being programmes and professional training.
• Build financial security with a competitive pension.
• Beyond the day job, you’ll connect with others through graduate networks, diversity groups and social clubs that make your time at CGI both rewarding and enjoyable.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

We’re seeking an ambitious graduate who is curious about cloud technology and motivated by the challenge of building secure, reliable services. You’ll bring a practical approach to problem‑solving, strong attention to detail and the adaptability needed to work across different technologies and project environments.

Due to the sensitive nature of projects within the Space, Defence & Intelligence sector, candidates must meet security‑clearance requirements. Applicants must typically have 5–10 years of continuous residency in the UK and be a UK national holding only a UK passport.

You should have:

• A minimum 2:2 degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, engineering, mathematics or another relevant STEM subject (some roles may require a 2:1).
• A strong interest in cloud computing, infrastructure and technology operations.
• Good problem‑solving skills and the ability to approach technical issues methodically.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical and security processes accurately.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a technical team.
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and ways of working.
• Availability to begin the role in Belfast in January 2027.

Technical skills we value include:

• Cloud computing: Exposure to a public cloud platform such as AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud.
• Networking: An understanding of network concepts, protocols, connectivity and secure communications.
• Systems administration: Familiarity with configuring, maintaining or troubleshooting operating systems and technical services.
• Virtualisation: An understanding of virtual machines, containers or virtualised infrastructure.
• Python and automation: Experience using Python or another scripting language to automate technical tasks.
• Security: An awareness of secure configuration, access management and the importance of protecting sensitive systems and information.

About the Company

At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of # GenerationCGI, you’ll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress.

CGI is an unconditionally inclusive workplace where you are respected, your voice is heard and you can be yourself. We were recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We proudly hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.

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.

That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.