Career Opportunity in IT Security

Do you want to take the next step in your career or be part of something bigger and value contributing to a safer and better society with who you are and what you do?

About the Unit

The Systems Unit at the FMTIS has operations in several locations across the country, responsible for technical change management during renovations in the Armed Forces' telecommunications network and management of the Armed Forces' IT infrastructure.

Main Responsibilities

The work involves being responsible for and participating in the technical management of parts of the Armed Forces' infrastructure with high demands on availability and IT security.

You will work with design, development of configuration instructions, policies, and management of incoming components. Furthermore, handling inquiries within the area, providing technical support to the operations organization and decision-makers. You will work with suppliers and participate in various working groups and projects.

The current position focuses on the design and management of secure environments for operational monitoring platforms. You will be part of a team that also manages fundamental IT infrastructure such as Windows, Linux/Unix systems, virtualization platforms, network components, firewalls, cryptosystems, and information security.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• University degree in IT or equivalent knowledge, which can be assessed as equivalent by the Armed Forces
• Good knowledge of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, SNMP, DNS, Syslog, Netflow
• Current and relevant experience with switches, routers, and firewalls
• Knowledge of scripting and automation in bash, Python, ansible, or similar
• Knowledge of virtualization platforms
• Good ability to express oneself in Swedish and English, both orally and in writing
• Driving license B

Personal Qualities

You need to have a strong interest in development and IT security, be driven by technical problem-solving, and contribute new ideas. You take responsibility and see both the big picture and the details, ensuring results both independently and collaboratively. As a person, you are open and social, self-assured, have good judgment, and adapt while maintaining your own integrity.

Great importance will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Certification in network technology
• Practical experience in IT security
• Experience in operation and technology in complex IT environments with high IT security requirements
• Experience in technical management
• Experience with operational monitoring platforms/products, such as ELK, Splunk
• Knowledge of security and hardening of operating systems
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27002, PCI DSS, CIS, STIG, NIST, MITRE SAF

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the values that exist. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).

Other

Employment type: Permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period.
Employment rate: Full-time.
Work location: Örebro.
Start date: As soon as possible by agreement.

Information about the Position

Jonna Öström

Information about the Recruitment Process

Contact the HR department

Union Representatives

SACO Pär-Erik Lohman
OFR/S Martin Sparr
OFR/O Johan Nestvall-Boo
SEKO Matz Felix

All can be reached via 019-39 35 00 (switchboard).

Application

Welcome with your application by 2025-02-28. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for this position and answers to the specified selection questions.

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

Information about the Armed Forces and the Recruiting Unit:

The Armed Forces' telecommunications and information systems unit, FMTIS, ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead - around the clock, year-round.

The unit has a collective responsibility for the Armed Forces' technical command systems that support military operations at sea, on land, and in the air - in Sweden and abroad. The unit has over 1,800 employees in more than 30 locations across the country. Read more at https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis)

Employment with us implies placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with a background check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act.
With employment follows an obligation to be placed in wartime and to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

To the application for employment, a CV and a personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.