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Do you want to work with security at the forefront of technology – and have fun at the same time? We are now looking for a security specialist in Cyber Security to join our team in Växjö. Here you will have the chance to make a real difference – for society, customers, and your own development. You will have access to a variety of development opportunities, flexibility in your daily life, and a workplace where security and high technical content go hand in hand.

About the role

As a security specialist in Cyber Security, you will play an important and meaningful role in various assignments for defense, authorities, and the private sector. You will work with the entire security chain – from analysis and requirements to implementation and verification.

You will be part of a competent team that works to implement and secure complex IT systems. The role involves a strong technical focus where you contribute your expertise in security solutions.

You will be offered

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and a solid introduction with mentorship. A dynamic work environment where you collaborate with leading experts and contribute to important societal functions.
• An initial consulting assignment at Academic Work with the possibility of extension.
• As a consultant for Academic Work, we offer great opportunities for you to grow professionally, build your network, and create valuable contacts for the future. Read more about our consulting offerings.

Responsibilities

This role involves working to design, implement, and secure critical IT infrastructures, with a particular focus on Linux-based systems and compliance with security regulations. This will include:

• Working with IT security within defense, private sector, as well as agencies and authorities.
• Proactively working to prevent cyber threats to contribute to a safer society.
• Implementing IT security solutions tailored to client companies' operations.
• Being involved in all parts of the solution and development process from requirements and analysis to project planning, implementation, and finally verification and approval of systems for operation.

We are looking for someone who

• Has good practical experience working with and implementing IT systems, both in cloud and on-prem environments, with a focus on security.
• Has extensive knowledge primarily in Linux, also Windows.
• Has broad IT technical knowledge and a strong interest in learning and developing.
• Has good communication skills both written and spoken in both Swedish and English.

It is a plus if you have

• Relevant post-secondary education.
• Knowledge of security protection and sensitive security environments, preferably related to the Police Authority (PMFS), the Armed Forces (KSF), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), or similar requirements for information systems.
• Experience in secure development (S-SDLC, DevSecOps) and code review.
• Relevant certification in IT security.

To succeed in this role, you have the following personal qualities:

• Responsible.
• Curious.
• Helpful.

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position be sent to Academic Work.

We apply ongoing selection and will remove the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. We do not use a cover letter as a selection method, so it does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.