Cyber Security Engineer (Vulnerability Management)

Kion Group AG

Kraków

Hybrid

PLN 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

International projects

Attractive remuneration

Private medical care

MyBenefit Cafeteria Platform (withMult

Group Life Insurance

Employee referral program

Professional trainings

Language courses

4 hours off work per year for health

No dress code

Growth inside organization

Co-sponsored learning & development

Job summary

KION Group is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer (Vulnerability Management) in Kraków to advance enterprise vulnerability management capabilities with a strong focus on automation and AI-driven approaches. The role blends hands-on testing with platform engineering to improve security workflows across global IT, cloud and application environments.

You will work with modern tools, collaborate across teams, and contribute to remediation through automation and process improvements.

Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science, IT Security, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
5–7 years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in vulnerability management, penetration testing and security automation.
Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and application security principles.
Experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools.
Understanding of enterprise IT and cloud technologies.
Scripting or automation experience (e.g. Python).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-driven with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
English fluent (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

Plan and execute internal penetration testing engagements across infrastructure, web applications, APIs and cloud environments, providing actionable findings and remediation guidance to relevant teams.
Lead enterprise vulnerability assessments ensuring broad and continuous coverage across systems, applications and cloud environments with clear risk context for remediation prioritization.
Architect, operate and enhance the enterprise vulnerability management platform and scanning infrastructure for scalability and integration with security tools.
Design and implement automation strategies to optimize vulnerability detection, assessment and remediation workflows.
Develop and maintain security tooling, scripts and platform integrations to support vulnerability management capabilities.
Evaluate and operationalize AI-driven approaches to improve detection, risk prioritization and assessment workflows.
Collaborate with development, DevOps and infrastructure teams to drive secure design patterns and remediation through automation.
Contribute to continuous improvement of vulnerability management processes, policies and standards as a SME.
Deliver technical and management-level reporting on vulnerability trends, risk exposure and remediation progress.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Vulnerability Management

Penetration Testing

Python Scripting

OWASP Top 10

Cloud & IT Knowledge

Automation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT Security

Tools

Vulnerability Scanning Tools

Penetration Testing Tools

Job description

KION Group is a world-leading supplier of forklift trucks, warehouse technology and supply chain solutions. We already employ more than 42,000 people in over 100 countries and are thus significantly driving the future of intralogistics while pursuing a clear sustainability strategy. In Cracow we hire around 750 Employees.

To support KION’s strategic and technological growth - a cutting-edge IT Service Hub has been established in Kraków - as part of KION Business Services.

Our IT Hub is the center of highly qualified talents who, as integral members of global Teams within KION Group IT, enhance the organization’s capabilities and drive impactful Business and IT transformations.

We are looking for you as Cyber Security Engineer (Vulnerability Management) to join our international Team and have a key technical role within the Vulnerability Management Platform.

The role is responsible for operating and continuously advancing the enterprise vulnerability management capabilities, with a strong focus on offensive security techniques, automation and AI-driven approaches to vulnerability detection and assessment.

The position combines hands‑on penetration testing and offensive security skills with platform engineering capabilities to build, automate and improve security workflows across the KION Group's global IT, cloud and application environments. By leveraging modern automation frameworks and AI-supported tooling, the role contributes to a faster, more scalable and more effective vulnerability management lifecycle.

If you want to be a part of keeping the world moving, KION Group is the right place!

We offer:

Hybrid working model
Opportunity to participate in international projects and have significant impact on company IT development
Attractive remuneration based on your experience, skills and development
Private medical care in LuxMed Group
MyBenefit Cafeteria Platform (with Multisport card available)
Group Life Insurance
Employee referral program
Professional trainings in your area of responsibility
Sharing the costs of foreign language courses
4 hours off work per year for health check-ups ("Dzień na U")
No dress code
Possibility of growth inside of an organization
Company co-sponsored learning & development opportunities

Tasks and Qualifications:

Plan and execute internal penetration testing engagements across infrastructure, web applications, APIs and cloud environments, providing actionable findings and remediation guidance to relevant teams.
Take the lead on enterprise vulnerability assessments ensuring broad and continuous coverage across systems, applications and cloud environments, identifying and analyzing security vulnerabilities with clear risk context to support remediation prioritization.
Architect, operate and continuously enhance the enterprise vulnerability management platform and scanning infrastructure, ensuring scalability, performance and seamless integration with other security tools and workflows.
Design and implement automation strategies to optimize vulnerability detection, assessment and remediation workflows, reducing manual effort and improving the overall security posture of the KION Group.
Develop and maintain security tooling, scripts and platform integrations using modern programming languages and frameworks to support and extend vulnerability management capabilities.
Evaluate, integrate and operationalize AI-driven approaches and tools to improve vulnerability detection, risk prioritization and security assessment workflows.
Collaborate cross-functionally with application development, DevOps and infrastructure teams to advise on secure design patterns and drive remediation through automation and process improvement.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of vulnerability management processes, policies and standards, acting as a technical subject matter expert within the team.
Deliver technical and management-level reporting and metrics providing visibility into vulnerability trends, risk exposure and remediation progress for relevant stakeholders.

Your Skills and Expertise:

Degree in Computer Science, IT Security, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
5 – 7 years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity, with hands‑on experience in vulnerability management, penetration testing and security automation.
Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and application security principles
Experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools
Understanding of enterprise IT and cloud technologies
Scripting or automation experience (e.g. Python)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Self-driven and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Team-oriented with a collaborative working approach
Adaptable and curious mindset with a strong interest in emerging security technologies and AI
Strong passion for cybersecurity combined with a high level of personal drive, ownership and commitment to achieving results
English fluent (written and spoken)
Willingness to participate in the Cyber Security on-call schedule
Demonstrates KION Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration and Courage