CER – Global Background Checks & Security Screenings

CER Human Risk Management: Global Employee and Service Provider Verification

Meet CER requirements with our solutions

The CER Directive (EU 2022/2557) requires critical entities to implement measures that strengthen resilience, including integrity and reliability checks for personnel. With the Validato Platform and our Human Risk Management Framework, you can conduct background checks on employees and partners with access to sensitive infrastructure—securely, efficiently, and in full compliance with legislation.

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Why the CER Directive Requires Employee Screenings and Human Risk Management

Four main reasons for CER screenings

  • Check critical personnel for integrity

    Individuals with access to sensitive information or critical infrastructure must be vetted for integrity and reliability.

  • Secure external service providers

    External partners and service technicians with physical or digital access are subject to the same security standards as internal employees.

  • Legally compliant processes

    The CER Directive is implemented into national law and requires documented processes for protecting critical entities.

  • Strengthening operational resilience

    Targeted screening minimizes the risk of sabotage, data theft, or intentional damage to critical services.

Key benefits for companies

  • Integrated Human Risk Management

    Screening modules tailored for critical infrastructure sectors (energy, water, transport) directly within your security plan.

  • GDPR & Data Protection compliance

    Workflows in compliance with GDPR and national data protection laws, including consent management and audit trails.

  • Flexible use

    Secure browser-based solution or seamless API integration into your existing HR and security systems.

  • Auditable documentation

    Comprehensive reports and clear documentation for inspections by national regulatory authorities.

Implement CER compliance securely with Validato

With the Validato platform, Human Risk Management for CER becomes structured, efficient, and fully compliant. You meet legal requirements, protect critical infrastructure, and strengthen the security posture of your organisation and partners.