Some careers shine brighter than others.If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC, and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.Your career opportunityThe Principal SME Firewall is responsible for providing subject matter engineering, thought leadership and project delivery in relation to NEP Security control issues and initiatives. The holder of the role should have a focus on network enforcement point (both traditional firewall and host based) security products, solutions, architecture, and best practices, being able to apply those to the real-world challenges faced by HSBC as the organisation seeks to maintain and improve the network security controls required to mitigate network-based threats and risks.What you’ll do  Prioritising the multiple requests for support.  Ensuring adherence to network security standards and the wider cybersecurity control framework.  Challenging the Status Quo / Raising the bar – looking for opportunities to continuously improve network security posture, promoting knowledge sharing and optimisation with the broader Cybersecurity team. Working within the complex systems and stakeholder environment. Challenge internal project teams and stakeholders (PMs, other technical SMEs) if required. Working in a geographically dispersed team. Working within a constantly evolving technology landscape with evolving threats and risks. What you need to have to succeed in this role  Detailed understanding of network design, firewalling and micro segmentation, content filtering, load balancing, DDoS, NAC, WAF, network segmentation technologies.  Detailed understanding of network security threats and risks. Extensive experience of data networks and security design and engineering, preferably acquired in a highly regulated environment.  Experience of data gathering from variety of sources including inputs from business, offline spreadsheets, IT systems, etc. Understanding of data networking principles and industry frameworks. Understanding of risk management fundamentals. Knowledge and experience of delivery using Agile and/or DevOps methodologies  Knowledge and experience of IT service management principles e.g. change control, incident and problem management, resilience and business recovery planning etc. What we offer Competitive salary Annual performance-based bonus Additional bonuses for recognition awards Multisport card Private medical care Life insurance One-time reimbursement of home office set-up (up to 800 PLN). Corporate parties & events CSR initiatives Financial support with trainings and education Nursery discounts Social fund Flexible working hours  Free parking If your CV meets our criteria, you should expect the following steps in the recruitment process: Online behavioural test Telephone screen  Job interview with the hiring manager We are looking to hire as soon as possible so don’t wait and apply now!You'll achieve more when you join HSBC.