Job Description
At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of #GenerationCGI , you’ll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress. As a Technical Graduate specialising in Cyber Security , you’ll help protect the systems, services and information that organisations depend on. You could be supporting security operations, managing vulnerabilities, improving identity and access controls or helping clients understand and manage security risk. You’ll be trusted with responsibility from the start, developing broad cyber security experience across technical security, cloud security, information security and governance, risk and compliance. Working alongside experienced CGI and client security teams, you’ll contribute to solutions that protect critical services and make a real difference. Your future duties and responsibilities: In this role, you’ll develop experience across different areas of cyber security while helping clients protect their technology, information and services. The work will vary by project, giving you opportunities to build both technical security expertise and an understanding of cyber risk and governance. You may: Support security operations: Help monitor systems, investigate security events and contribute to effective incident detection and response. Manage vulnerabilities: Identify, assess and help address vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure and cloud environments. Protect identities and access: Support identity and access management processes that ensure users have appropriate and secure access to systems and information. Understand security risk: Help assess risks, maintain security controls and support governance, risk and compliance activities. Build security into delivery: Work with technical teams to apply DevSecOps practices and strengthen security throughout the development lifecycle. Support secure platforms: Contribute to the development and operation of secure cloud, Linux and data-engineering environments. Explore emerging threats: Develop your understanding of areas such as cloud security, data security and the secure use of artificial intelligence. Innovate alongside other graduates: Take part in early careers initiatives that go beyond your day-to-day role. Every contribution you make will help deliver outcomes with lasting impact. Locations Opportunities are available in Chippenham, London, Manchester and Reading .As CGI is a consultancy, you may be required to work in different locations, so flexibility and a willingness to travel are key. Why Join Us? At CGI, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion and collaboration, where your perspective is valued and your ideas contribute to meaningful outcomes.Your journey starts with a structured Early Careers Induction Programme, giving you the foundations to succeed, along with 24/7 e-learning and opportunities to gain professional certifications that build your expertise. You’ll also join our Student Kick-start Initiative, where you’ll collaborate with other graduates on creative projects that deliver impact beyond your day-to-day role.CGI is an unconditionally inclusive workplace where you are respected, your voice is heard and you can be yourself. We were recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We proudly hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Benefits Along with a competitive salary and a £1,000 joining bonus, you’ll enjoy benefits that support every stage of your journey. You’ll share in CGI’s success through our matched share scheme, have access to private healthcare, well-being programmes and professional training, and build financial security with a competitive pension. Beyond the day job, you’ll connect with others through graduate networks, diversity groups and social clubs that make your time at CGI both rewarding and enjoyable. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: We’re seeking ambitious graduates who are passionate about cyber security and motivated by the challenge of protecting technology, information and services. You’ll bring a strong technical foundation, an analytical mindset and the curiosity to keep learning as threats and security technologies continue to evolve. You should have: A minimum 2:2 degree in cyber security, computer science, information technology, computer engineering or another relevant STEM subject (some roles may require a 2:1). A strong interest in cyber security, information security and technology risk. Analytical thinking and a methodical approach to investigating problems. Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain security matters to different audiences. Curiosity and a willingness to keep up to date with emerging threats, technologies and security practices. Flexibility t