NASHVILLE (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says business consulting company CGI will locate its latest IT delivery center in Knoxville, investing $27 million in the operation and create 300 jobs.

According to a Friday news release, Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe say the Knoxville location will help its clients access U.S.-based IT services, support and solutions. The company spent two years searching for a new location.

CGI will work with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville on engaging students across interdisciplinary programs in colleges such as the Haslam College of Business and the Tickle College of Engineering. The goal is to build a "talent pipeline" to advance analytics, cybersecurity and digital transformation at the new Knoxville facility.

"Our state has experienced positive economic growth over the past several months, and now more than ever, the creation of high-quality jobs remains a priority for me as governor," Lee said.