Senior Cloud Security Engineer – Python Development and Cybersecurity

Unleash the Future of Cloud Security — Drive Innovation in a Dynamic Financial Environment! Krakow-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 remote days per week). As a Senior Cloud Security Engineer, you will be working for our client, a leading global banking institution committed to maintaining top-tier security standards across cloud infrastructures. You will play a vital role in optimizing cloud security processes, designing innovative solutions, and advancing HSBC's cybersecurity posture in a fast-paced, competitive landscape. This is a unique chance to contribute to impactful security projects while expanding your career within a renowned international organization. Your main responsibilities: Lead the planning, design, and execution of projects utilizing Python web development frameworks such as Flask and Django. Provide recommendations to improve the effectiveness, performance, and usability of security solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver shared objectives, streamline processes, and eliminate redundancies. Contribute to cloud security assessments, scoring initiatives, and governance baselines. Liaise with Cloud platform engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to implement and promote best practices aligned with HSBC’s mandatory controls. You're ideal for this role if you have: Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, specifically with securing cloud assets across major providers. Proven hands-on experience developing web applications with Python frameworks like Flask, Django, or FastAPI. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity governance, vulnerabilities assessment (CVSS), and cloud controls. Experience with security-related cloud assessments, automation, and secret management solutions (e.g., Hashicorp Vault). Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt seamlessly to changing environments. Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly. Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, with up to 3 days remote per week. It is a strong plus if you have: Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CRISC, CISM, Cloud Security Certifications). Knowledge of Wiz CNAPP, PowerBI, CI/CD tools like Jenkins, and containerization with Docker. Experience with additional programming languages beyond Python. Eligibility for the role: Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.