Technical Intelligence Analyst

At FRA, we work on something that no one else does in Sweden, and you can be a part of it. Regardless of your job role, we contribute to societal benefit by working towards a meaningful purpose — together we tackle unique tasks for Sweden's security and integrity.

We offer interesting tasks with good opportunities for personal development, and we are convinced that a mix of people from different backgrounds creates a dynamic and creative work environment – our differences are our strength.

Do you want to contribute to society and piece together the complex information puzzle that supports Sweden's independence in the world? We are currently looking for technical intelligence analysts who want to combine technical skills with a global perspective. At FRA, we work on unique tasks – for Sweden's security and integrity.

Your Mission

As a technical analyst, you will combine your technical knowledge with your interest in global affairs. In your work, you will process and analyze large amounts of information and explore various questions together with your analyst colleagues. In the role of technical intelligence analyst, your tasks will include:

• Technical system analysis focusing on signal, network, and protocol analysis
• Independently search for, methodically process, and analyze large datasets
• Identify patterns and new solutions that contribute to the development of our capabilities
• Act as a linking function between different specialist roles, both internally and externally

Your work will be greatly influenced by the rapid technological development, as the phenomena we monitor exist in a wide range of areas. This requires you to stay updated and adapt your working methods accordingly. Continuous professional development is an integral part of our operations, and you may also act as a mentor when needed. Domestic and international travel may occur in the position. At FRA, we have strong confidentiality, and it is important that you feel comfortable with that.

You Can

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in IT/computer science/data engineering/information security or equivalent knowledge acquired through work experience
• Knowledge in processing and technical system analysis
• Experience in processing and analyzing larger datasets
• Fluent in writing, understanding, and communicating in Swedish and English

We consider it an advantage if you have knowledge of and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Education in technology, statistics, or IT forensics
• Network analysis, protocol analysis, network communication
• Graph theoretical analysis of datasets
• Experience in system development
• Experience with Postgres, ElasticSearch, Wireshark/Tshark
• Web development and relevant web languages, frameworks
• Ubuntu/CentOS, virtualization, and Docker
• Backend programming with Python, JavaScript, C, C++, and Bash
• Experience in information management and information models
• Experience in project management or working in a project format
• Experience from work in intelligence operations, defense, and security issues
• Language skills in Russian, Mandarin, Persian, Arabic, or Russian.

You Are

We are looking for someone who has:

• Collaboration skills: Works well with others. Relates to them in a responsive and smooth manner. Listens, communicates, and resolves conflicts constructively.
• Self-driven: Takes responsibility for their tasks. Structures their approach and drives their processes forward.
• Goal and results-oriented: Works towards goals and focuses on results. Guided by goal and result thinking in prioritization, planning, and action. Changes direction when goals change.
• Problem-solving analytical skills: Works well with complex issues. Analyzes and breaks down problems into their components and solves complicated problems.

About FRA

FRA has the world as its arena where every task is part of something larger. In one way or another, you as an employee will contribute to protecting Sweden's integrity and independence in the world. You are making a real difference every day.

Our mission as an intelligence agency is to protect Sweden against the most serious threats that can be directed at a society – military attacks, terrorism, and cyberattacks. We protect what is most important to us – our security, our democracy, and our way of life. We are experts in the cyber domain and signal intelligence and serve as an alarm for military threats.

Since 2024, FRA has been leading the National Cybersecurity Center, NCSC, whose mission is to develop and strengthen Sweden's ability to prevent, detect, and manage cyber threats.

As a new employee at FRA, you will receive extensive introductory training and continuous professional development, allowing you to enhance your skills and become even better at what you are passionate about. Our organization is diverse and consists of various competencies and personalities, where each individual has unique characteristics and conditions. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and safe. In addition to a stimulating work environment, we also offer an attractive benefits package, which you can read more about at www.fra.se (www.fra.se). For more information about the National Cybersecurity Center, visit www.ncsc.se (www.ncsc.se).

For your security. For our democracy. Every day. All year round.

More Information

The workplace is located near Drottningholm, about 10 minutes from Brommaplan. Swedish citizenship is a requirement as employment at FRA involves placement in a security class. Before employment, you will be security vetted in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment comes with an obligation to be placed in the event of war. We apply a six-month probationary period. In this recruitment process, work samples will be applied. For more information, please contact the recruiting manager at 010-557 40 18. Union representatives can be reached at 010-557 46 00.

We accept applications via www.fra.se (www.fra.se) until 2025-02-08. Reference number 2025FRA1690-2.

As we have already decided on the recruitment channels we wish to use for this recruitment, we kindly ask not to be contacted for further offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.

Keywords: Technology, analyst, intelligence analyst, processing