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The Swedish Armed Forces are expanding their capabilities and growing, which is why we are looking for new IT colleagues. Do you want to take the next step in your career as an IT Systems Engineer and work with large-scale operational environments in a crucial government agency?

About the Employer

The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong value base that encompasses both professional development and personal well-being. Here, a good balance between work and private life is important, and we offer numerous career opportunities. The Swedish Armed Forces Telecommunications and Information Systems Unit (FMTIS) ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead – 24/7, 365 days a year.

As an employee in the Swedish Armed Forces' IT Operations Department, you will be part of an important societal mission with many exciting areas of operation and the opportunity to make a real difference. The IT Operations Department, together with neighboring departments, is responsible for the operation of the Swedish Armed Forces' central IT systems. We work in a process-oriented manner according to ITIL and with the support of agile methods.

What We Offer

Work alongside knowledgeable and engaged colleagues, where continuous competence development and wellness programs are a natural part of everyday life. Our values are driven by the keywords: Openness, Results, and Responsibility.

• Competence development based on operational needs and your career goals.
• 3 hours of exercise per week during working hours.
• 28–35 days of vacation per year, depending on age.
• Salary supplements during parental leave and sick leave for family members, as well as the option to exchange vacation days for additional pension contributions.

Main Responsibilities

As a Systems Engineer, you play a key role where you, together with your colleagues, are responsible for the operation of the Swedish Armed Forces' IT systems. Your tasks primarily include performing installations, troubleshooting, optimization, and configuration of servers, as well as user support.

You will be involved in planning and implementation during new releases or major changes. The role also includes reviewing technical documentation and reporting on and documenting ongoing and completed tasks.

Qualifications

• University education in IT/Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Good knowledge of server environments and client management.
• Professional experience in installing, troubleshooting, and operating Windows/Linux servers.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Valid B-class driver's license for manual transmission vehicles.
• Swedish citizenship.
• Fluent Swedish and good proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Meritorious Qualifications

• Professional experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting server environments and clients in large networks.
• Experience working with agile principles and methodologies.
• Experience with the Swedish Armed Forces' operations.
• Certificate management.
• Knowledge of signal protection equipment, alarm handling, and log analysis.

Personal Attributes

We see that you are driven and accustomed to taking initiative. We are convinced that a prerequisite for good results is a lack of ego, structure, and attention to detail. Since problem-solving is a natural part of your work, we would appreciate it if you were analytically minded. To thrive in this role, it is important that you have strong collaboration skills while also being able to work independently without losing focus or motivation. You enjoy further developing yourself and learning new things. You are positive, and great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Other Information

• Employment Type: Permanent. The Swedish Armed Forces apply a six-month probationary period for those not already employed within the agency.
• Employment Level: Full-time.
• Location: Örebro.
• Start Date: As soon as possible, according to agreement.
• On-call duties and work at other locations are included in the position.

For inquiries about the position and the recruitment process, please email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Union Representatives at FMTIS

• SACO: Agneta Landquist
• OFR/S: Martin Sparr
• SEKO: Matz Felix
• OFR/O: Heikki Videll

All can be reached by phone: 019-39 35 00.

Application

We welcome your application, which should include a CV and a cover letter. The application must be received by June 28, 2026.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:
The Swedish Armed Forces Telecommunications and Information Systems Unit (FMTIS) ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and lead – 24/7, 365 days a year. The unit has overall responsibility for the Swedish Armed Forces' technical command and control systems that support military operations at sea, on land, and in the air – in Sweden and abroad. The unit has nearly 2,000 employees at more than 32 locations across the country. Read more at jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis (https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtis).

An employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. A security investigation with register check will be conducted prior to employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed and to serve abroad. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

A CV and cover letter must be attached to the application for employment. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.