Information Security Specialist at Must

Do you want to contribute to a safer Sweden in an uncertain world? The Military Intelligence and Security Service (Must) is now looking for an information security specialist who wants to help build the security of the future. The changing global situation means that our defense needs to be strengthened, and the increased intelligence activities against Sweden and the Armed Forces are extensive. The Military Intelligence and Security Service (Must) operates within defense intelligence, military intelligence, and military security services.

Our Offer

As an information security specialist at Must, you will work on developing information security within the framework of security protection at a national level. Together with your colleagues, you will design policies, regulations, and other rules within the field of information security. You will stay updated on technological developments and follow our adversaries' methods and approaches to always stay one step ahead. No two days are alike with us. You will work in an environment characterized by curiosity, challenges, collaboration, and innovation. Your colleagues will be some of Sweden's leading experts in their respective fields, united by the desire to make Sweden safer.

Who You Are

To succeed in this position, you need to be able to switch between long-term work and solving tasks with very short deadlines. A significant part of the work is done in collaboration with others, which places high demands on your ability to create and maintain good relationships. It is important that you have good judgment, a professional demeanor, and high integrity.

Requirements

• A relevant academic degree for the position, such as in cyber or information security, systems science, or other education or experience deemed equivalent by the employer
• At least three years of professional experience in information security, cybersecurity, or experience deemed equivalent by the employer
• Excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish
• Good ability to understand and express yourself verbally and in writing in English
• Driver's license (B)

Meritorious

• Experience working with security protection
• Experience in managing information security work, e.g., leading information systems
• Experience working with the ISO 27000 series, NIST SP 800 series, or equivalent standards
• Experience in handling matters at a government agency, e.g., complex investigation cases
• Certifications in information security, such as CISSP, CISO, or CISM
• Previous service in the Armed Forces

Other

The position is a permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period. The position is open to both civilian and military personnel. The workplace is in Stockholm, and the start date is according to agreement. The position involves travel nationally and internationally of varying lengths.

Qualifications must be verifiable upon request through certificates, references, and work or selection tests.

Inquiries

Questions about the position or recruitment process can be emailed to: hkv-rekrytering-must@mil.se (mailto:hkv-rekrytering-must@mil.se), please write "Information Security Specialist" in the subject line.

Union Representatives

Union representatives can be reached via hkv-rekrytering-must@mil.se (mailto:hkv-rekrytering-must@mil.se)

Application Deadline

Welcome with your application by 2025-04-22 at the latest. Your application should include a CV and a personal letter clearly showing how you meet the requirements for this position. You apply via jobb.forsvarsmakten.se (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se). In this recruitment, we apply continuous selection and may contact you before the application deadline has passed.

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

The Military Intelligence and Security Service (Must) is part of the Armed Forces' headquarters in Stockholm. We provide the government and the Armed Forces with qualified decision-making support regarding global developments and threats to Sweden's and the Armed Forces' security. Our vision is "A safer Sweden in an uncertain world." Must is a knowledge organization and offers both exciting and important tasks for Sweden. Here, both officers and civilian experts work in various fields, such as political science, IT, economics, technology, mathematics, and HR.

A large part of Must's operations are classified, and we therefore ask you not to tell anyone that you have applied for a job at Must except for your closest ones. Please read more about Must and our operations here.

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both big and small, both at home and around the world.

The Armed Forces give you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your professional role. We are a responsible employer and have an open organization where we support each other.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

The Armed Forces take advantage of the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. We therefore welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitments.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be placed in a war situation. This obligation varies depending on the type of position.

Your application for employment should include a CV and a personal letter. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of certificates and diplomas must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.