April 27, 2026

HSBCJP00057046 (Cybersecurity) Penetration Testing Lead

Senior • Hybrid

180 - 220 PLN/hr

Krakow, Poland

Penetration Testing Team Lead

📍 Location: Kraków (preferable) / Warszawa ( 6 days per month)
Area: Cybersecurity – Research & Offensive Security
Level: Senior / Leadership
Model: B2B
Rate: 180-220PLN netto

About the role

We are looking for a Penetration Testing Team Lead to join a global cybersecurity organization and lead a team responsible for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure, and mobile platforms.

This role combines hands-on penetration testing expertise with team leadership and delivery ownership. You will lead complex security assessments, shape testing methodologies, and work closely with stakeholders to strengthen the overall security posture in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of penetration testers delivering security assessments across multiple domains

  • Oversee end-to-end penetration testing lifecycle: scoping, planning, execution, and reporting

  • Ensure high-quality, actionable deliverables, including clear risk articulation and remediation guidance

  • Act as the main escalation point for complex technical challenges and stakeholder concerns

  • Collaborate with global penetration testing leads to:

    • align methodologies and standards

    • share knowledge and insights

    • ensure consistency across regions

  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of testing frameworks, tools, and best practices

  • Build and maintain internal knowledge base (findings, trends, lessons learned)

  • Support vulnerability management lifecycle (tracking, remediation, risk acceptance)

  • Participate in incident response and security investigations when needed

  • Evaluate new tools, techniques, and emerging attack vectors

Leadership & collaboration

  • Mentor, coach, and develop team members (technical and career growth)

  • Foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing culture within the team

  • Work closely with stakeholders across technology, security, and business teams

  • Translate technical findings into business-relevant insights

  • Support cross-regional collaboration and alignment

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing

  • Proven experience leading or mentoring penetration testing teams

  • Strong expertise in at least two domains:

    • web applications

    • infrastructure

    • mobile security

  • Solid understanding of:

    • common vulnerabilities and attack techniques

    • TCP/IP and network security

    • application security principles

  • Strong experience with manual and automated testing techniques

  • Ability to clearly communicate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders

  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Experience with scripting/programming

Nice to have

  • Experience with mobile security (iOS, Android) and related risks

  • Knowledge of OWASP standards (e.g., MASVS, MSTG)

  • Experience with SAST, DAST, IAST tools

  • Understanding of modern architectures (microservices, APIs, cloud environments)

  • Experience with code reviews (Java, Kotlin, Swift, Objective-C)

  • Knowledge of authentication and security mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT, biometrics, SSL pinning)

  • Background in software development or secure SDLC

  • Experience in financial services or other regulated environments

What we offer

  • Opportunity to lead and shape a high-performing penetration testing team

  • Work in a global, collaborative cybersecurity environment

  • Exposure to complex and large-scale security challenges

  • Real impact on improving security posture across the organization

  • Competitive compensation and benefits _ Luxmed and Multisport

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.