Unit Manager for IT Business Support and IT Security

Are you an experienced leader with a background in an IT organization? We are in an expansive phase with several major projects within the IT Operations and Infrastructure department. As a unit manager, you are responsible for delivering effective operational processes, internal business development, and project management, as well as overseeing and auditing IT security within the IT function's areas of responsibility. Here you have the opportunity to use your expertise where it makes a real difference while contributing to the organization's capacity during a time of historic growth.

About the position

As a unit manager, you have overall responsibility for leading, directing, and developing the unit for IT Business Support and IT Security. The role involves strategic and tactical planning, and you have full operational, employer, and financial responsibility. You work naturally in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines within your areas of responsibility and create conditions for employees to succeed, develop, and thrive in their work.

You are part of the management team for IT Operations and Infrastructure and report to the head of the department. Together with other unit managers, you contribute to creating stability and driving development through common routines, working methods, and a forward-looking change culture. An important part of the assignment is to help drive the IT Transformation Journey, which is a major shift for the entire IT function within three transformation areas focusing on technology, culture, and working methods.

You provide support within operational processes, internal business development, and project management, and are responsible for the control and auditing of IT security. If necessary, you support procurement and contract follow-up and represent the organization both internally and externally.

As a manager, you represent FMV's vision, goals, and values. You have operational responsibility, employer responsibility, and financial responsibility, and you are your employees' most important communication channel.

The position is located in Stockholm.

About you

We are looking for someone with a degree in computer science or education/competence acquired in another way that FMV deems necessary for the position. You have several years of current and documented experience in a managerial role with operational, personnel, and financial responsibility in an IT organization. To succeed in the role, it is essential that you have several years of documented experience in development work with associated change management, and you also have experience working in a management team. The position requires knowledge of ITIL Foundation, at least v3 but preferably v4. You also have knowledge of information security work and governance, preferably according to PM3. You have good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

It is advantageous if you have several years of experience in both outsourced IT operations and infrastructure as well as in-house. We prefer candidates with experience working within government and/or public administration. If you have previous experience in IT security and regulatory requirements and standards such as NIS2 or ISO 27001, we see this as a benefit. We view positively if you have experience within the Armed Forces' requirements for security functions (KSF) and also if you have experience in procurements according to LOU/LUFS.

Personal qualities are of great importance to us, and we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a manager with us, you lead the organization with clear direction and determination. You ensure that both short-term and long-term goals are achieved through structured work, accountability, and anchoring with employees. You build trusting relationships and promote an inclusive, respectful work environment where engagement, community, and diversity are at the center. With stability, courage, and integrity, you take responsibility for decisions and actions, lead with a focus on values, and act confidently even in challenging situations. Through a strategic holistic view, you prioritize and coordinate resources, drive improvements, and strengthen the authority's long-term development and trust.

FMV – Swedish Defence Materiel Administration

At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We are tasked with providing the Swedish Armed Forces with the latest technology and knowledge so they can defend our country and our allies. Together with competent and dedicated colleagues, you will be involved in developing and procuring what sometimes does not yet exist. You drive development all the way from need to delivery. From idea to reality.

You will work in the infrastructure staff responsible for IT, premises, and other mission-critical infrastructure that enables efficient and secure work.

At FMV, you will be offered a secure employment with good benefits:

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work as far as the work allows
• Occupational pension and wellness allowance

Read more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: Work at FMV (https://www.fmv.se/arbeta-pa-fmv)

Do you want to help develop the defense of the future? Welcome with your application by 2026-02-25.

Good to know

• You apply by attaching your CV, grades, and certificates in Swedish, clearly describing how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. For a more inclusive recruitment process, we do not accept personal letters or include a photo in your CV.
• We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, competence, and personal qualities.
• In the selection process, we may conduct tests with the support of an external provider.
• Our union representatives are SACO Stefan Hållander, OFR/S Lena Sköld Gunnarsson, OFR/O Ann-Carol Wallgren Falk, and SEKO Peter Andersson. All can be reached via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000.
• If you have questions about the position, you can contact Tord Sjöberg at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]). Contact Lina Sylvén at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) for questions about the recruitment process.

To work with us, you need to be a Swedish citizen and undergo a security clearance in accordance with the Security Protection Act. We apply a probationary period, and as an employee, you will be assigned a military position based on the needs of total defense. Applications for the position are only accepted via FMV's website or registry. We have made our choice of media and therefore decline the sale of advertising and recruitment services.