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Cloud Consultant (SME) – CGI
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Location: Fairfax, VA (Hybrid)
Position Description We are seeking an experienced Cloud SME (Subject Matter Expert) Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned technology professional with a deep understanding of cloud computing strategies, implementation, and optimization. As a Cloud SME Consultant, you will play a critical role in advising our clients on their cloud journey, ensuring that their business needs are met with scalable and efficient cloud solutions.
Responsibilities
Cloud Strategy Development: Collaborate with clients to assess their business needs and develop comprehensive cloud computing strategies that align with their organizational goals.
Solution Design: Design scalable and secure cloud solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
Implementation Oversight: Lead and oversee the implementation of cloud solutions, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with best practices.
Cloud Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize existing cloud environments to enhance performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
Strategic Guidance: Provide expert strategic guidance to clients on cloud adoption, helping them navigate the complexities of cloud technologies and make informed decisions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with client stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure successful cloud adoption and integration.
Industry Best Practices: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in cloud computing, and incorporate this knowledge into client engagements.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree may be substituted by at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
Minimum Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in information technology, including at least four (4) years in cloud strategy, cloud transformation leadership, or enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Leading large-scale cloud migration and transformation projects across hybrid and multi-cloud FedRamp environments.
Advising on cloud strategy, governance, security, and financial optimization.
Deep technical understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and serverless technologies.
Hands‑on expertise with all four of the following platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
Engaging with senior stakeholders to align technical recommendations with organizational strategy.
Delivering executive‑level briefings and transformation roadmaps.
Desired Qualifications / Non-essentials
Cloud certification(s) from major providers, such as:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional
ITIL v4 Foundation (or similar) for service management alignment
TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks (optional but beneficial)
Compensation Range A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $218,200.00.
Benefits
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
EEO Statement 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.
Disability Accommodations 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. 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.
Veteran Information 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.
Background Investigation 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 U.S. 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.
Anti-Discrimination 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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Location: Fairfax, VA (Hybrid)
Position Description We are seeking an experienced Cloud SME (Subject Matter Expert) Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned technology professional with a deep understanding of cloud computing strategies, implementation, and optimization. As a Cloud SME Consultant, you will play a critical role in advising our clients on their cloud journey, ensuring that their business needs are met with scalable and efficient cloud solutions.
Responsibilities
Cloud Strategy Development: Collaborate with clients to assess their business needs and develop comprehensive cloud computing strategies that align with their organizational goals.
Solution Design: Design scalable and secure cloud solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of each client, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
Implementation Oversight: Lead and oversee the implementation of cloud solutions, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in accordance with best practices.
Cloud Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize existing cloud environments to enhance performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
Strategic Guidance: Provide expert strategic guidance to clients on cloud adoption, helping them navigate the complexities of cloud technologies and make informed decisions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with client stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure successful cloud adoption and integration.
Industry Best Practices: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in cloud computing, and incorporate this knowledge into client engagements.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree may be substituted by at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
Minimum Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in information technology, including at least four (4) years in cloud strategy, cloud transformation leadership, or enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Leading large-scale cloud migration and transformation projects across hybrid and multi-cloud FedRamp environments.
Advising on cloud strategy, governance, security, and financial optimization.
Deep technical understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and serverless technologies.
Hands‑on expertise with all four of the following platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
Engaging with senior stakeholders to align technical recommendations with organizational strategy.
Delivering executive‑level briefings and transformation roadmaps.
Desired Qualifications / Non-essentials
Cloud certification(s) from major providers, such as:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional
ITIL v4 Foundation (or similar) for service management alignment
TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks (optional but beneficial)
Compensation Range A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $218,200.00.
Benefits
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
EEO Statement 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.
Disability Accommodations 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. 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.
Veteran Information 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.
Background Investigation 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 U.S. 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.
Anti-Discrimination 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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