June 9, 2026

HSBCJP00057775 (Cybersecurity) CRYP Senior Controls SME

Senior • Hybrid

180 - 230 PLN

Krakow, Poland

Senior Controls SME – Cryptography

Location: Kraków (hybrid – 6 days per month from the office)

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Controls SME (Cryptography) to join a global cybersecurity function responsible for protecting critical systems, data, and services at scale. This role sits at the intersection of technology, risk, and governance, supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of cryptography-related controls across a complex enterprise environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring that security controls are effective, compliant, and aligned with regulatory expectations, while collaborating with stakeholders across technology, risk, audit, and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Risk & Controls Management

    • Maintain alignment of cryptography controls with the enterprise risk framework

    • Assess control effectiveness and support remediation plans

  • Controls Governance

    • Review and update control documentation, processes, and governance artefacts

    • Support control lifecycle activities including assessments and issue management

  • Continuous Monitoring

    • Evaluate and enhance monitoring processes and control effectiveness metrics

    • Collaborate with control owners to ensure controls remain fit for purpose

  • Stakeholder Management

    • Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders including security, audit, and risk teams

    • Respond to queries, reviews, and regulatory challenges

    • Translate complex technical topics into clear, business-friendly communication

  • Reporting & Compliance

    • Manage and improve performance metrics (e.g. KCIs, risk indicators)

    • Ensure alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practices

  • Cross-Team Collaboration

    • Work closely with cybersecurity, engineering, and business teams

    • Drive knowledge sharing and alignment across control domains

  • Training & Awareness

    • Support the development of training materials and awareness initiatives related to cryptography controls

Requirements

  • Technical background in IT, cybersecurity, or related field (cryptography knowledge is a strong plus or willingness to learn quickly)

  • Experience in risk, controls, governance, or cybersecurity environments

  • Strong communication skills – ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

  • Proven stakeholder management experience, including working with senior audiences

  • Ability to work across cross-functional teams and drive alignment

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in governance and process improvement

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a global, high-impact cybersecurity function

  • Exposure to complex systems and enterprise-scale environments

  • A role combining technology, risk, and stakeholder engagement

  • Flexible hybrid model with 6 days per month in the Kraków office

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.

Discover our latest job openings: https://en.antal.pl/candidates
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Krakow, Poland

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🏢 Summary: Senior Software Engineer role focused on developing and supporting a scalable service platform within capital markets operations. The position combines systems programming, DevOps practices, and enterprise architecture work in a hybrid cloud environment. The engineer will build platform components, automate deployments, and ensure high availability and security of distributed systems. 🗂️ Requirements: 3-5+ years of experience in DevOps, Software Engineering, or Platform Engineering, Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, Experience in C programming or systems-level programming, Understanding of REST APIs and distributed systems, Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation, Ability to design scalable and secure cloud or hybrid architectures, Experience working in Agile enterprise environments, Ability to provide production support and incident management 📃 Skills: Linux, Unix, C, REST, CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud, APIs, DistributedSystems, Agile, Automation 🏢 Description: 📍 Cracow 🏢 Hybrid: 2 days per week in the office 💰 B2B: 190 - 225 PLN/h We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the technology team of a global financial services organization. The role focuses on supporting the development of a service platform used within capital markets operations. It combines systems development, DevOps practices, and work on scalable, secure enterprise architecture. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain platform and infrastructure components Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation Work in Linux/Unix environments and develop low-level/system software (C / systems programming) Contribute to the architecture of distributed systems and APIs Ensure high availability, performance, and security of systems Provide production support (incident management, troubleshooting) Collaborate with global teams in an Agile environment Requirements Minimum 3-5 years of experience in DevOps / Software Engineering / Platform Engineering Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems Experience in C programming (or systems-level programming) Understanding of REST APIs and distributed system architectures Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation Ability to design scalable and secure cloud/hybrid systems Experience working in Agile and enterprise environments Strong communication and analytical skills Nice to have: Java JNI, Node.js, or systems integration experience Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) Familiarity with financial services or regulated environments We offer Work in a global financial services organization Real impact on a platform used worldwide Modern DevOps / cloud / hybrid technology stack Collaboration with experienced engineering teams across Europe and Asia Benefits package: private medical care (LuxMed) and MultiSport card 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. Discover our latest job openings: https://en.antal.pl/candidates Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/antalpoland

Technology

Antal Sp. z o.o.

Quality Assurance Lead

Senior

Hybrid

Krakow, Poland

140 - 160 PLN

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for defining and driving QA strategy across complex IT projects while overseeing end-to-end testing activities. Combines hands-on manual and automated testing expertise with team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Focuses on ensuring high software quality, test automation adoption, and effective defect and release management. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven experience as QA Lead, Test Lead, or Senior QA with leadership responsibilities, Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices, Hands-on experience in manual and automated testing, Experience with UI and API testing, Practical experience with test automation tools, Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and quality gates, Experience with test management and defect tracking tools, Ability to manage defect lifecycle, Very good English (minimum B2) 📃 Skills: Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured, Jira, Xray, TestRail, Agile, Scrum, CI/CD, API, UI 🏢 Description: QA Lead Location: Kraków, Poland (hybrid 8x per month from office) We are looking for an experienced QA Lead to take ownership of quality assurance activities across complex IT solutions. The role combines hands-on quality expertise with leadership responsibilities and close collaboration with development, product, and business teams. Responsibilities Define, implement, and continuously improve the QA strategy and testing processes Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers (manual and automation) Plan, coordinate, and oversee end-to-end testing activities across multiple projects Ensure high quality of delivered software through effective test planning, execution, and reporting Drive test automation strategy and support its adoption within the team Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and other stakeholders Manage defect lifecycle and ensure transparent communication of quality risks Take part in release readiness, go/no-go decisions, and production quality monitoring Promote best practices in QA, Agile delivery, and continuous improvement Requirements Proven experience as a QA Lead, Test Lead, or Senior QA with leadership responsibilities Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices Hands-on experience with both manual and automated testing (UI and API) Practical knowledge of test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured, or similar Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and quality gates Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g. Jira, Xray, TestRail) Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Very good command of English (minimum B2 level) Nice to Have Experience with performance or security testing Background in financial services, banking, or other regulated environments ISTQB or other relevant QA certifications We Offer Opportunity to lead quality initiatives in impactful projects Work in an international, collaborative environment Flexible working model (hybrid / onsite) Competitive compensation and long-term cooperation Professional growth and influence on quality standards and processes 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.

Technology

Antal Sp. z o.o.

Senior DevOps Engineer (GCP)

Senior

Hybrid

Krakow, Poland

35,000 - 42,000 PLN/hr

🏢 Summary: Senior DevOps Software Engineer role in a global banking transformation programme focused on cloud-native platforms, automation, and distributed systems. The position involves designing, building, and operating scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines in a regulated, production-grade environment. The engineer will support mission-critical services and contribute to automation, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. 🗂️ Requirements: Strong experience with GCP and core cloud services, Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Experience with Jenkins, Git, Maven, SonarQube, Practical knowledge of Terraform and Ansible, Shell scripting skills, Experience operating production-grade cloud services, Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools, Understanding of DLT or blockchain concepts 📃 Skills: GCP, GKE, Jenkins, Git, Maven, SonarQube, Terraform, Ansible, Shell, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, DLT, Blockchain 🏢 Description: 📍 Location: Kraków (hybrid: 2 days in the office per week, 3 days remote) 📄 B2B: 210 - 250 PLN / h 🏦 Industry: Banking / Financial Services We are currently seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Software Engineer to join a large-scale, global banking transformation programme focused on cloud-native platforms, automation, and distributed systems. The role sits within a high-performing engineering team responsible for building, operating, and evolving mission-critical services in a regulated environment. You will work in a cross-functional, international setup with engineers, architects, and platform specialists, contributing to the design and operation of scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD ecosystems. Responsibilities: • Provide end-to-end support across the software delivery and run lifecycle, including development and DevOps activities • Design, build, and maintain Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, and SonarQube • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, and scripting (e.g. Shell) • Manage and support cloud-based solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), networking, compute, storage, and databases (e.g. PostgreSQL) • Ensure service reliability through monitoring, logging, incident management, and adherence to availability and recovery objectives • Support release management processes and drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to deliver scalable and resilient platforms • Provide post go-live support for Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) / blockchain-based systems where applicable Requirements: • Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including GKE and core cloud services • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, and SonarQube • Practical knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Shell scripting) • Experience supporting and operating production-grade, live services in cloud environments • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and observability tools • Understanding of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) / blockchain concepts (advantageous) • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design simple solutions for complex challenges • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams What we offer: • Opportunity to work on large-scale, global banking and cloud transformation initiatives • Exposure to modern cloud-native and DevOps toolchains in a mature engineering environment • Real impact on the design, automation, and reliability of enterprise platforms • Collaboration with international, highly skilled engineering teams • Private medical healthcare (Lux Med) & Multisport card 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.