What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) – Senior position at CGI?
Position Description
US Citizenship and Active Top Secret Clearance are required.
CGI Federal is currently looking for a Senior-level Cloud Information Systems Security Officer with active Top Secret clearance to support a large project for a federal government client. The Senior Cloud ISSO will work in an agile environment, applying advanced technical skills in a fast-paced setting. The role involves leading the design, implementation, and oversight of secure cloud systems and networks, driving compliance efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Your future duties and responsibilities
Required Qualifications to Be Successful in This Role:
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. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. 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.
US Citizenship and Active Top Secret Clearance are required.
CGI Federal is currently looking for a Senior-level Cloud Information Systems Security Officer with active Top Secret clearance to support a large project for a federal government client. The Senior Cloud ISSO will work in an agile environment, applying advanced technical skills in a fast-paced setting. The role involves leading the design, implementation, and oversight of secure cloud systems and networks, driving compliance efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Your future duties and responsibilities
- Lead the identification and documentation of cloud security requirements.
- Oversee the implementation and validation of security controls for cloud-based systems.
- Conduct architecture reviews and security assessments for cloud environments.
- Ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks and cloud security standards.
- Manage incident response and continuous monitoring activities across cloud platforms.
- Review and approve System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Requirements Traceability Matrixes (SRTMs), and other compliance documentation.
- Coordinate audit readiness and support external/internal audit engagements.
- Advise stakeholders on cloud security risks, mitigation strategies, and best practices.
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.
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, including 5 years in cloud security operations.
- Advanced Cyber Certification (DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III).
- Cloud certification in one or more of the following:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional)
- Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- Expertise in NIST RMF, cloud-native security tools, and software-defined networking.
- CISSP
- Experience with cloud architecture and migration strategies.
- Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools such as Nessus, ACAS, or similar.
- Experience with GRC platforms such as XACTA.
- Knowledge of Enterprise Cross Domain Solutions (ECDS).
- Experience supporting IC or DoD cybersecurity initiatives.
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. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. 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.