The Position Offers

Do you want to work in an environment where you become an important link in a vital societal operation? Do you want to influence and contribute to Sweden's security and help ensure that we can continue to live in a democratic country? In the Swedish Armed Forces, all our employees make a difference for Sweden every day. Together with competent and dedicated colleagues, you will receive responsibility, development, and challenges. We also provide you with the opportunity to train during working hours, generous working time agreements, parental salary, and up to seven weeks of vacation per year.

About the Unit

K 3 regimental staff consists of about 40 employees, half of whom are professional officers and half have a civilian employment. The staff supports the commander of K 3 and other commanders at the regiment with coordination and follow-up and provides expert support in a range of different areas of expertise. The staff, led by the chief of staff, is organized into eight sections where you, as a security protection officer, belong to the security department (G2), which is responsible for security services within the Karlsborg garrison.

Main Responsibilities

Your tasks consist of handling security matters at K 3. In the role of security protection officer, you act as support to the unit commander in security matters and in the application of various regulations. Overall, the tasks largely consist of:

• Handling cases within K 3 regarding exposure to security-sensitive operations in connection with procurement (SUA).
• Establishing and following up security protection agreements and security protection arrangements with associated special security protection assessments and suitability assessments.
• Conducting security assessments.
• Managing access/permissions.
• Participating in the preparation of K 3 security matters.
• Conducting security training.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Swedish citizenship.
• Driver's license (manual transmission).
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing (Swedish and English).
• Good computer skills and experience working with the Office suite. Relevant work experience in case handling/investigation.

Personal Qualities

The position of security protection officer requires your integrity and ability to represent the employer in security matters. To be able to take on the position, we see that you are analytical and can work in a structured and independent manner. Furthermore, you are communicative, attentive, and have the ability to build trusting relationships as you will encounter people with different experiences and backgrounds in your work.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

DESIRABLE

• Relevant work experience or education in intelligence/security service.

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

Other

• Employment form: Permanent employment, which may begin with a 6-month probationary period. Civil employment.
• Employment rate: Full-time
• Work location: Karlsborg
• Start date: As soon as possible, or by agreement.

Inquiries about the Position

Administrator Per Brodd, Security Chief K 3

010-825 10 00 (switchboard)

Information about the Recruitment Process

Carl-Olov Lannemyr, HR Generalist K 3

010-825 10 00 (switchboard)

Union Representatives

• OFR/O, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
• SACO, 010-825 10 00 (switchboard)
• OFR/S, Mikael Ekelund, 010-825 10 00 (switchboard)
• SEKO, Jon Sjöberg, 010-825 10 00 (switchboard)

Application

Please send your application by 2026-02-16. Selection is ongoing. Your application should include:

• A personal letter explaining why you are suitable for the position,
• CV with at least two references,
• Copies of grades and
• Certificates of relevant education and experiences.

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

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The Life Regiment Hussars, K 3, has fast and effective units and a long experience in the intelligence field. K 3 trains a ranger battalion and an intelligence battalion. The ranger battalion is a unit with high mobility that should be able to be the first on site during an operation. The intelligence battalion delivers intelligence by using advanced technology, personnel on the ground, and unmanned aerial vehicles (RPAS).

At K 3, there is also the Armed Forces' survival school and the Aviation Unit responsible for remotely piloted aircraft systems and military parachuting. Here you will also find the support functions of the Garrison Unit and the Logistics Unit. Please feel free to read more on this page.

Every day and every hour, our employees make contributions that affect the lives of others, both in large and small ways, both at home and around the world.

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value foundation 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.

Employment with us means 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 war situation. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

When applying for employment, a CV and personal letter must be attached. If you proceed in the hiring process, always verified copies of grades and certificates must be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and salespeople are not welcome.