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CGI
Basingstoke
2 days ago
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Trusted to think critically

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
If you’re ahead of the game on cyber security, systems and operations risk, we can secure your career ambitions.
Our Cyber Security Consultants are trusted to work closely on a wide range of exciting projects with real-world purpose, impacting clients from all sectors, as part of one of the largest cyber consultancies in the UK.
Our roles are only available if you hold or fulfil the criteria to obtain a UK Security Clearance. This position requires you to work on client site in Basingstoke 5 days per week.
Your future duties and responsibilities
You’ll join a collaborative team of more than 280 members delivering 360° security services to clients across every domain that CGI operates in – from government, defence, healthcare and utilities, to banking and financial services.
You’ll bring a creative and critical mindset to projects and client operations, managing complex security challenges with a business-focused approach – protecting what is most valuable to our clients. You’ll be assessing risk across business, technology and operations, considering threat intelligence and helping to build the full security view that underpins systems resilience and client confidence.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Exceptional planning and communication skills are key for this role, and you’ll have a knowledge of security standards and processes such as ISO 27001 standards, (NCSC) CAF, Cyber Essentials, NIST and Cyber Essentials/Plus. We’ll also look for your experience in:
Developing cyber policy and procedures
Data protection and privacy
Security change management
Understanding business continuity resilience and incidence response
Networks, core infrastructure and systems
Desirable qualifications include: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCP
Any individual without security clearance is welcome to apply and will always be considered for this or wider opportunities in CGI, where appropriate.
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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.

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