Job Description
Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
Job Description
Introduction:
This function co-ordinates the definition of policies and adherence assessments in the CERN Office of the CIO in areas of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC). This includes data governance, enterprise architecture, cyber-security and vendor risk management.
Functions:
- Lead and coordinate Governance, Risk, and Compliance activities across the Office of the CIO (OCIO).
- Represent the OCIO in senior management forums and technical committees, ensuring alignment and visibility.
- Develop and manage OCIO work plans, monitor progress, and proactively flag risks or issues to the CIO.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all audit-related matters within the CIO function.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Information Technology or a related field.
Experience:
- Ability to design and implement policy frameworks in areas such as data governance, cybersecurity and computing architecture.
- Experience of stakeholder-management including facilitating multi-party collaboration.
- Excellent analytics skills with an ability to work effectively in a federated environment with distributed responsibilities.
- Understand risk management methodologies and enterprise risk frameworks.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and best practices (such as ISO 27001, NIST).
Technical competencies:
- Architecture and design of ICT systems.
- Process analysis, definition and improvement.
- Implementation of vision and strategic agility.
- Knowledge of best practices for implementing ICT security standards and policies.
- Risk management.
Behavioural competencies:
- Creating Vision and Strategic Partnerships: ensuring alignment to overall strategy when revising unit goals and priorities in the event of changing circumstances.
- Building Relationships: understanding how individual differences bring added value to the Organization; promoting complementarities.
- Communicating Effectively: listening actively to others and letting others speak.
- Demonstrating Flexibility: demonstrating openness to new ideas and situations.
Language skills:
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
Additional Information
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-2026-108-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.
Overview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible!
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! TAKE PART!
More information about us, here: careers.cern
