Security Lead

Revolut Ltd; India; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial benefits

Work from home / office / abroad

Revolut Metal subscription

Year-round events

Job summary

Revolut Ltd is seeking a Security Leader to build and oversee a new security function in Hungary. You will manage classified-information handling, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead a team of agents across physical, administrative, and electronic security domains.

Role requires fluency in English and Hungarian, a university degree, and 1+ years in classified information management with team leadership. Strong judgement, organisation, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English (C1) and Hungarian.
• University or college degree required.
• 1+ years of experience in classified information management in Hungary.
• Familiarity with Hungarian classified information regulations and National Security Authority processes.
• 1+ years of experience managing a team of agents.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead classified-information handling processes and ensure legal compliance.
• Oversee personnel, physical, administrative, and electronic security measures for classified information.
• Conduct annual compliance checks of classified-information handling.
• Prepare and submit all annual reports to relevant authorities.
• Manage TÜK agents responsible for handling classified information requests.
• Act as the designated contact towards relevant state bodies and agencies.
• Manage daily performance of employees, ensuring productivity and SLA adherence.
• Oversee management of physical and digital documents, including uncategorised incoming communications.
• Manage local physical office environment with Facilities team support.

Skills

Fluency in English

Hungarian

Team management

Compliance leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

University degree

Job description

About Revolut

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 80+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work™. So far, we have 13,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Financial Crime Operations is at the forefront of Revolut’s efforts to keep customers and their money safe. Team members work directly with customers to resolve issues and flag potential concerns. Using cutting-edge technology and sharp attention to detail, they help prevent financial crime and keep trust at the core of Revolut.

We’re looking for a Security Leader to receive classified information requests from government authorities in Hungary. This is a specialised role with clear data handling responsibilities under Hungarian national security law. You’ll oversee all personnel, physical, administrative, and electronic security requirements related to classified information, while building the processes and managing the team needed for compliant operations.

If you’re up for the challenge of creating a new security function from the ground up, we want to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Leading classified-information handling processes and ensuring compliance with legal requirements
• Overseeing personnel, physical, administrative, and electronic security measures related to classified information
• Conducting annual compliance checks of classified-information handling
• Preparing and submitting all required annual reports to the relevant authorities
• Managing TÜK agents (classified-information handlers) responsible for handling and responding to classified information requests
• Acting as the designated contact person towards relevant state bodies and agencies
• Managing the daily performance of employees, ensuring productivity, quality, and adherence to SLA expectations
• Overseeing the management of physical and digital documents (especially incoming communications that aren't automatically categorised)
• Managing the local physical office environment, with support from the Facilities team

What you'll need

• Fluency in English (C1) and Hungarian
• A university or college degree
• 1+ years of experience in classified information management in Hungary
• Familiarity with Hungarian classified information regulations and National Security Authority (NBF) processes
• 1+ years of experience managing a team of agents
• The ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple projects at once, and meet tight deadlines
• To be someone who demonstrates sound judgement
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

Nice to have

• To have completed the TÜK exam
• A personal security certificate (PSC) in Hungary, or prior national security vetting
• Experience interacting with national security authorities, including Hungary’s NBF
• Experience setting up processes for classified information handling at a new organisation in Hungary

Compensation range

• Poland: PLN9,300 - PLN10,900 gross monthly*
• Other locations: Compensation will be discussed during the interview process

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience

Building a global financial super app isn’t enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that’s why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We’re not just doing this because it’s the right thing to do. We’re doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

Get what you need to succeed

• Financial benefits that show we value your work
• Flexibility to work from home, the office, or abroad
• A Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks
• Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team