Location
London (primarily based on a secure client site, attendance on site five days per week required. Occasional flexibility may be available subject to business needs and security constraints.)
Hours
Full Time, standard working hours with potential for occasional flexibility as agreed with the project team.
Salary
Competitive salary with excellent benefits including pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching).
About the Role
Join CGI, recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes. As a Cloud Engineer within CGI's Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit, you will work on technically complex, mission-critical systems that support government agencies in keeping us safe and secure. This role offers fantastic opportunities to work with leading-edge and bespoke technologies in a highly rewarding environment. You will be part of a cross-functional team helping to define, guide, and assure the delivery of integrated cloud solutions. CGI is committed to inclusivity and diversity, supporting career development through excellent learning opportunities to keep your skills aligned with evolving technologies. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership where highly motivated self-starters thrive. Due to the secure nature of this project, candidates must hold or be eligible for a high level of UK Security Clearance. Eligibility requires sole British nationality, UK residency for the past 10 years, and limited time spent outside the UK. Individuals without current clearance are encouraged to apply and may be considered for this and other suitable roles within CGI.
Experience
- Working with Google Cloud Platform, including Google Workspace Admin (ideally with MDM)
- Experience with AWS
- Microsoft Intune and M365 administration (e.g. Entra)
- Building and developing Infrastructure as Code templates using Terraform, CloudFormation, Deployment Manager, or ARM
- Linux and Windows administration
- Software development experience in Java, Kotlin, Python, Apps Script, JavaScript, or C#/C++
- Containerisation technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift
- Knowledge of security protocols such as PKI, TLS
- Virtualisation experience with KVM or VMware
- Good understanding of networking
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Passion for learning new technologies and innovation
About you
We seek highly motivated self-starters who thrive in a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership. You should be adaptable, eager to learn, and willing to contribute across the technology stack. While we do not expect candidates to meet every criterion, experience across multiple areas and a strong ability to learn quickly are essential.
Qualifications
- Relevant certifications are desirable but not mandatory, including AWS Solutions Architect, Developer, Google Cloud, or Azure certifications
- Familiarity with Amazon Managed Grafana, JetBrains TeamCity, Google Apps Script, and Agile Development is advantageous
- Must meet eligibility criteria for UK Security Clearance (sole British national, UK residency for 10 years, limited time abroad)
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