Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Officer P-3 - Rome, Italy
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Officer P-3 - Rome, Italy
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
3 September 2025-23:59-GMT01:00 Central European Time (Rome)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race colour national origin ethnic or social background genetic information gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion or belief HIV status or disability.
ABOUT WFP
The World Food Programme is the worlds largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict disasters and the impact of climate change.
At WFP people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse committed skilled and high performing teams selected on merit operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment living WFPs values (Integrity Collaboration Commitment Humanity and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
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WHY JOIN WFP
WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive diverse and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training accreditation coaching mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country regional and global offices around the world and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The position is based in HQ Rome and reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) as part of the broader Technology Division.
The information security landscape is rapidly evolving making cybersecurity a top priority for WFP. With a global presence and a decentralized decision-making structure WFP is committed to fostering proactive IT operations to minimize risk exposure detect and respond to advanced threats ensure ongoing compliance and optimize security operations costs.
The incumbent will provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) expertise in cybersecurity offering specialized knowledge and support to ensure the effective delivery of cybersecurity strategy and governance. The role will contribute to the implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity frameworks ensuring alignment with WFPs business objectives compliance obligations and industry best practices.
THE ROLE
The incumbents role is to contribute to the development and lead the implementation and oversight of the organization cybersecurity strategy and governance framework. This role oversees alignment with business objectives regulatory requirements and industry best practices while fostering a culture of security awareness and accountability across the organization.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive within delegated authority):
- Contribute to the development and lead the implementation of the WFPs cybersecurity strategy to address current and emerging threats.
- coordinate the alignment of the cybersecurity strategy with organizational priorities operational requirements and WFPs risk appetite to support risk-informed decision-making and enable operational continuity.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity roadmaps including objectives milestones and performance indicators for cybersecurity initiatives to guide the execution of strategic initiatives and track progress.
- Establish and maintain a robust cybersecurity governance framework to ensure effective oversight accountability and decision-making across the organization.
- Develop review and support the implementation of cybersecurity policies standards and guidelines.
- Ensure cybersecurity activities and controls align with relevant standards and regulations (e.g. NIST CSF ISO 27001 GDPR to meet compliance obligations and industry standards.
- Provide timely and relevant reporting on cybersecurity posture risks and compliance status to senior management and other stakeholders to enable informed decisions and maintain organizational transparency.
- Identify assess and coordinate the remediation of cybersecurity risks to reduce vulnerabilities and strengthen WFPs overall security maturity. Liaise with internal and external auditors on cybersecurity-related matters to address compliance issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity into business processes and initiatives.
- Monitor track and report on cybersecurity performance and risk metrics to measure effectiveness support accountability and inform strategic adjustments.
- Conduct regular cybersecurity capability and maturity assessments to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Other as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION:
- First University Degree in cybersecurity information technology or a related field.
- Certifications such as CISSP CISM CRISC or similar.
EXPERIENCE:
- 5 years or more of progressively responsible postgraduate professional experience in cybersecurity governance or risk management.
LANGUAGE:
- Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic Chinese French Russian Spanish and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).
MORE ABOUT YOU:
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST CSF ISO 27001 COBIT).
- Strong understanding of risk management principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to align cybersecurity with business objectives.
- Strong leadership and communication skills to engage with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to assess and prioritize complex risks.
- Expertise in cybersecurity governance risk management and compliance methodologies.
- Very good understanding of cybersecurity threat landscape
- Very good understanding of cybersecurity preventive and detective controls needed to address threats.
- Advanced University degree in cybersecurity information technology or a related field is desirable.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- This is an International Professional position andis open to all nationalities.
- Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. This position is however classified as non-rotational which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational. The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one position is open to both internal and external candidates.
- WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in line with ICSC standards()including basic salary post adjustment relocation entitlementvisa travel and shipment allowances 30 days annual leave home leave an education grant for dependent children a pension plan and medical insurance.
- The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome Italy to take up this assignment.
- Please note that internally this position will be referred to as Cybersecurity Governance and Strategy Lead P3
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation please contact:
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate complete and includes your employment records academic qualifications language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed please apply and submit your application.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
Additional documents such as passport recommendation letters academic certificates etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
Please contact us at in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs job requirements merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse all forms of discrimination any kind of harassment sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) FAO Finance Committee WFP External Auditor WFP Audit Committee Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
