Cloud Security Engineer
Listed on 2026-05-29
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer -
Engineering
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Cloud Security Engineer
Category: Project Management
Main location: United States, Tennessee, Knoxville
Position : J
Employment Type: Full Time
U.S.
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Position Description:
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 Gov Cloud 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 (Cloud Trail/Guard Duty/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, Dev Sec Ops .
. Experience with AWS Gov Cloud 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.
Desired qualifications:
. Cloud security certifications (CCSP, AWS/Azure Security Engineer) preferred.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $63,700.00 - $.
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
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Skills:
Cloud Computing
Cyber
Security Analysis
Security Architecture
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