The Position

The position is located at the security department of the Headquarters staff in Stockholm. The department is responsible for internal security at the Swedish Armed Forces' largest organizational unit, the Headquarters, and also for the personal security of the highest leaders of the Armed Forces. The department also coordinates security protection within the Stockholm Garrison. The Headquarters is undergoing reorganization, which also applies to the security department, which is in an expansive period where both tasks and a new work team are being developed. Do you want to be part of this exciting journey and participate in the development of the Headquarters' internal security service and security department? Then you should apply for this position.

Main Responsibilities

The security department is organized into four sections, and the position is located at the Personnel Security Section. As a security investigator, you are the right hand of the section chief regarding personnel security and functional management of all parts of the security vetting process within the organizational unit. The position also entails the role of investigation leader within the framework of personnel security. The tasks include, among others:

Developing methods for personnel security at the Headquarters
Being responsible for investigations within the framework of the security vetting process at the Headquarters
Supporting the operations with qualified training and methodological support related to all parts of the security vetting process during employment and follow-up security vetting
Conducting security vetting and other conversations within the framework of the security vetting process
Conducting and being responsible for security training in the area, internally at the Headquarters
Developing and writing internal regulations within the area

The tasks may change over time as the operations develop. You will have close cooperation with the security chief at the Headquarters, the Military Intelligence and Security Service, the Defense Staff, and Operations Management.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Several years of current and relevant experience in independent investigative work related to security vetting
Current experience of working in security-sensitive operations
Very good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish
Good knowledge of MS Office

Meritorious

Service within the security service of the Armed Forces
Current experience of conducting training in security protection
Experience in leading personal investigations
Training in interview and conversation techniques
Current and relevant security protection training within the Armed Forces
Experience of working in IS Undsäk

Personal Attributes

To thrive in this position, you need to be structured with very good administrative skills and a sense of order. You are curious and have a genuine interest in human interaction. You enjoy educating, engaging, guiding, and coaching colleagues and employees. A large part of the work is done in very close cooperation with other units within the Headquarters, the Armed Forces, and other authorities, which places high demands on your ability to build and maintain good relationships. You are responsible and can independently prioritize your tasks. You also enjoy speaking in front of larger groups. Furthermore, you have a high security awareness, integrity, and good ability to handle changes in pace. You actively contribute to a pleasant work environment and share the Armed Forces' values.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Other

Employment type: Permanent employment, 6-month probationary period applies (for those not employed within the Armed Forces)
Civil/Military employment: The position is open to both officers, specialist officers, and civilians
Start date: as soon as possible by agreement
Work location: Lidingövägen, Stockholm

Information about the recruiting unit

The Headquarters houses the Supreme Commander and the Director General. The Headquarters has about 1,000 employees – both professional officers and civilian experts. As of January 1, 2023, the Headquarters consists of the Defense Staff, Operations Management, Military Intelligence and Security Service, as well as the Headquarters' staff department and independent supervisory units.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security vetting with a background check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment also includes an obligation to be placed in wartime. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and cover letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.