Governance, Risk and Compliance Specialist (CIO-2026-107-LD)

Requirements

• Experience in computing service architecture, design and delivery.
• Solid understanding of IT governance concepts and policies.
• Excellent analytics skills with an ability to work effectively in a federated environment with distributed responsibilities.
• Technical competencies:
• Capturing and analysis of requirements for ICT systems.
• Knowledge of best practices for implementing ICT security standards and policies.
• Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures.
• Verification and optimisation of ICT architectures and designs.
• Behavioural competencies:
• Achieving Results: producing comprehensive work / project plans taking into account resources and contingencies.
• Communicating Effectively: leveraging support networks across the Organization.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: actively participating in the implementation of new processes and technologies.
• Learning and Sharing Knowledge: keeping up-to-date with developments in own field of expertise and readily absorbing new information.
• Language skills:
• Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
• Eligibility and closing date:
• Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .
• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 07.06.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
• Employment Conditions:
• Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week
• Job Flexibility: Hybrid
• This position involves:
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Job grade: 6-7
• Job reference: CIO-2026-107-LD
• Field of work: Software Engineering and IT
• Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer
• Global Benefits
• A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
• 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
• Coverage by CERN's comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
• A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
• Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
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Introduction This function, within in the office of the CIO , supports development of policies and their compliance in transversal computing activities across CERN, providing advice and analytical expertise to the departments on implementation in areas such as Data Governance, Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Functions: Lead the participation in the CIO Community Technical Committees, task forces and cross-department working groups providing advice in the CIO domain. Coordinate implementation of the Office of the CIO GRC workplan items and reviewing CIO policies with the CERN community. Contribute to reviews of new digital initiatives, ensuring compliance with GRC policies. Advise the CIO on implications of ongoing activities in aspects of computing services. Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Information Technology or a related field.

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