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Emerging Technology Business Development Director

CGI US is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and experienced Emerging Technology Business Development Director to support our Platform Modernization Practice, reporting to the Vice President of the practice. This leader will be instrumental in shaping and executing a rolling 2-year strategic growth plan that prioritizes core pillars such as Cloud & Platform Modernization, DevSecOps, DevOps, AI, Data, and Cyber Security.

We are looking for someone who has deep experience and demonstrated success in Cloud strategy, migrations, modernization, and DevOps transformation initiatives, and who can bring those capabilities to life for our clients in both commercial and public sector markets.

This role blends strategic vision, client intimacy, and operational rigor to shape emerging technology pursuits that accelerate digital modernization journeys for our clients.

Location : New York, NY | Hartford, CT | Plymouth Meeting, PA | New Brunswick, NJ | Raleigh, NC | Boston, MA | Lafayette, LA (Hybrid Model)

Your Future Duties and Responsibilities :

Strategy and Planning : Develop and execute strategic plans and roadmaps for expanding CGI's footprint in Cloud, DevOps, and Platform Modernization solutions.

Thought Leadership : Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader, bringing deep knowledge of Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps pipelines, CI / CD, IaC, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern software engineering practices.

Pipeline Management : Build and maintain a qualified pipeline of IT transformation opportunities with a strong Cloud and DevOps focus, working closely with delivery and solution teams.

Stakeholder Engagement : Develop strong relationships with CGI internal sectors, client leadership, partners, and alliances, positioning CGI as a transformation partner of choice.

Capture and Proposal Leadership : Lead or support opportunity pursuit from identification through capture and proposal, ensuring compelling, client-focused Cloud and DevOps solutions.

Competitive Strategy : Understand the market and competition landscape to drive differentiated win strategies.

Client Interaction : Drive opportunity shaping through early client engagement, capability demonstrations, and roadmap discussions related to Cloud transformation and DevOps enablement.

Cross-functional Collaboration : Partner with solution architects and delivery teams to ensure feasibility and scalability of proposed solutions.

Required Qualifications to Be Successful in This Role :

• At least 15+ years of experience in IT
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in Cloud and DevOps technologies, including leading modernization programs, cloud-native solutioning, and DevOps / DevSecOps implementations.
• Proven experience generating new IT business opportunities and a record of winning contracts >

$10M, ideally in both public and commercial sectors.

Preferred Skills and Attributes :

Education :

Bachelor's degree in IT, engineering, business, or a related field; master's degree or MBA is a plus.

PMP or Cloud certifications (AWS / Azure / GCP Architect or DevOps Engineer) are highly desirable.

Skills :

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 teamone 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.

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