System Architect for FOI's Cyber Facility

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. The research spans several areas, including underwater, cyber defense, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defense, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analysis. FOI's research plays a key role in building Sweden's defense capabilities.

Do you want to contribute to the development of one of Europe's largest cyber facilities? Do you feel at home in virtualized environments and are you motivated to use your knowledge to strengthen Sweden's ability to handle cyber threats? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work life, a developing work environment, and a socially important job!

About the Position

At FOI in Linköping, there is one of Europe's first and largest cyber facilities – a simulation facility where IT and OT environments are integrated into various cybersecurity scenarios. The purpose is to provide a controlled environment for cyber exercises and experimental research on cyber threats.

As a system architect with us, you will primarily work on environment and tool development in the cyber facility and on evaluating technologies and systems. You will have the opportunity to contribute throughout the chain from requirements gathering and prototyping for both internal and external stakeholders to sharp implementation. You will work with Linux/Windows-based IT systems that are largely virtualized and you will contribute to development and automation that supports efficient use of the facilities. You will work closely with our cyber defense researchers to develop and execute scenarios and applications for experiments and exercises.

About the Unit

You will be part of the cyber facility technology unit, which belongs to Cyber Defense and Command Technology. The operation aims to develop the Crate platform, a framework and infrastructure for cyber facilities. Research and application focus on technologies and infrastructure with a strong emphasis on automation. The unit also instantiates, operates, and manages instances of Crate used for exercises, trials, and experiments.

Do you have the skill profile we need?

Requirements

We are looking for someone who has:

• a university degree in computer engineering or information technology, or has acquired skills that FOI assesses as equivalent in another way
• good knowledge of several programming languages
• good knowledge of Swedish

To thrive in the role, we see that you are self-driven, structured, and have strong problem-solving analytical skills. We place great importance on your personal qualities.

Meritorious

It is meritorious if you have:

• Experience in automation
• Experience working in and with simulation environments
• Experience working with user requirements in complex technical systems
• Experience working with Ansible
• Experience in technical research work

What do we offer you?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. We offer a unique workplace where you can work on what is important for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defense capability.

We consciously work for a good work environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may start with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to be part of seeking answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV and cover letter via the application button by February 27, 2026!

For more information about the position, please contact Pauline Ärlebäck. Union representatives are Niclas Wadströmer (Saco-S) and Anette Frid (OFR/S – ST) All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

As the position is classified, Swedish citizenship is required. A security clearance with a background check will be conducted prior to employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security clearance, certified copies of the relevant education and service certificates will be requested.

FOI is an authority where submitted application documents become public documents that can be disclosed to third parties upon request according to the Freedom of Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcome.