Governance, Risk and Compliance Lead (CIO-2026-108-LD)

CERN • genf, genf • Posted June 15, 2026

About the Role

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers probe 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 collide at close to the speed of light, giving clues about how particles interact and providing insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Introduction

This function coordinates the definition of policies and adherence assessments in the CERN Office of the CIO in the areas of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), covering data governance, enterprise architecture, cyber‑security, and vendor risk management.

Responsibilities

  • 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 O...