Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) - Sr

Company: CGI
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

U.S. - CGI Federal roles - What we do matters By playing this video you consent to Google/YouTube processing your data and using cookies – Learn more . Position Description: US Citizenship and Active Top Secret Clearance are required. CGI Federal is currently looking for a Senior-Level Cloud Information Systems Security Engineer with active Top Secret clearance to support a large project for a federal government client. The Senior-Level Cloud ISSE will work in an agile environment, applying a variety of technical skills in a fast-paced setting. The role involves supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure cloud systems and networks, contributing to compliance efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your future duties and responsibilities: • Provide analytical and technical security recommendations to the customer. • Lead identification of project-specific security requirements. • Deliver security recommendations for systems utilizing cloud services. • Participate in network design reviews and security testing for customer networks. • Coordinate with system development teams to ensure proper implementation of network security standards. • Identify additional security requirements based on RMF or emerging risks. • Review and analyze new hardware and software systems for security implications. • Evaluate Security Requirements Traceability Matrixes (SRTMs), System Security Plans (SSPs), and other IA documentation for completeness. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: • Active Top Secret clearance (TS). • U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the government contract. • Advanced Cyber Certification (DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III). • Cloud certification in one or more of the following: o CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (CSCP), CompTIA Cloud CE o AWS (Solutions Architect, Developer, DevOps Engineer, Security, Advanced Networking) o Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) o Cloud Certified Professional o Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect o Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge o VMWare Certified Advanced Professional – Cloud Infrastructure Administration o Microsoft Specialist: Azure Infrastructure Solutions or Architecting Azure Solutions • Minimum of 5 years of experience providing security engineering for cloud capabilities and solutions in AWS, Azure, or other mainstream cloud service providers. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Expertise in networking protocols and software-defined networking technologies. • Experience supporting cloud migration from on-premises environments. • Strong understanding of NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF). • Proficiency in cybersecurity principles and Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems. Desired Qualifications • Cloud architecture experience (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect). • Systems engineering experience including configuration and requirements management. • Familiarity with customer infrastructure and IA processes. • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). • Self-starter with minimal supervision required. • Experience briefing senior customer personnel. • Ability to manage multiple customer requests in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Experience with IA vulnerability testing and tools such as Retina, HBSS, EVSS, ACAS. • Experience with XACTA. • Familiarity with Enterprise Cross Domain Solutions (ECDS). • Experience supporting IC or DoD cybersecurity initiatives. CGIFederalJob LI-DD1 Skills: Information Security Mgmt What you can expect from us: 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. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. 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CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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