Join Us in Building Sweden's Defense!

In a troubled world, we have a clear focus: to build Sweden's defense capability from the ground up.

The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School (FMTS) in Halmstad is experiencing significant growth with many exciting challenges. We are now looking for a security officer. The Security Department is responsible for managing the security interests of the Armed Forces and the FMTS unit. This task is accomplished by actively preventing and countering security threats and managing incidents primarily through security protection measures.

With us, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting tasks to contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We value mutual trust, and with us, you will have both personal responsibility and excellent opportunities for professional development. If you are the right person, we will train you in security service!

Main Responsibilities

Your tasks will include conducting security protection analyses, working with physical security, performing regular internal controls with action plans, and providing security training for FMTS personnel. Tasks such as personnel matters and security-protected procurement are important parts of the job. You will also conduct security reporting and manage protective and security-threatening activities. Additionally, you will develop and oversee FMTS internal instructions and procedures for conducting security services and participate in exercise planning.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Degree from a university or equivalent that the employer deems comparable
• Experience in administration and case management
• Proficient user of MS Office
• Good ability to express oneself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English
• Driver's license B

Personal Qualities

Do you have a high security awareness, are resourceful, creative, and self-driven? Are you analytical, unpretentious, and see opportunities instead of getting stuck on problems? Do you want to contribute to a safer Sweden?

We see that you are a meticulous person, easy to instruct others, and possess the ability to spread your knowledge in a pedagogical manner. Having fun at work and being part of the team is important to us.

The role involves a lot of collaboration with other units, which requires you to have a knack for networking. Since parts of the work are carried out individually, you must be able to work with a high degree of personal responsibility and take ownership of your tasks as well as the collective result.

Please apply for the position right away and tell us in your application why you are suitable for the job!

DESIRABLE

• Experience in government work
• Experience/training in security service or similar work
• Knowledge of ISUS

Other

The position is a full-time and permanent employment as a civilian position. The employment begins with a probationary period of 6 months. Salary and benefits according to collective agreements; any salary requests should be stated in the application. Start date by agreement. The place of employment is Halmstad. Travel is required in the position, and the work entails requirements for domestic/international travel.

As an employee of the Armed Forces, you are offered the opportunity for three hours of physical training per week during working hours, reimbursement for medical visits, up to seven weeks of vacation per year, and generous working time agreements.

For inquiries about the position (reachable via switchboard 08-7887500)

Security Manager Tyronne Engström

Union representatives (reachable via switchboard; 08 - 7887500)

• SACO Nermina Dzanic
• OFR-S Roland Kramer
• SEKO Irene Ström
• OFR-O Anders Norén

Apply for the position by 2026-02-11. Your application should include a CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the position.

Warm welcome to your application!

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

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The Swedish Armed Forces Technical School, FMTS, headquartered in Halmstad, is a logistics unit where technology is at the center. The unit's activities rest on four pillars – development, education, workshop, and military production. For the Armed Forces to operate, they need functioning equipment, and FMTS plays a crucial role in this.

FMTS has a functional responsibility for the technical service within the Armed Forces, which includes following technological developments to anticipate future needs and also suggesting changes and improvements.

Here, there are exciting development opportunities for those who are technically interested, both at a basic and very advanced level. FMTS trains officers, specialist officers, and civilian employees in technical service across all branches of defense. Additionally, soldiers are trained in logistics.

FMTS operates throughout Sweden, from Revingehed in the south to Boden in the north. Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect other people's lives, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

The Armed Forces have 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 leverage the qualities that diversity and gender balance bring to the organization. Therefore, we welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experiences in our recruitment. Employment with us entails placement in a security class. Typically, 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 military role. The nature of this obligation varies depending on the type of position.

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