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IT Operations Engineer sought for Stockholm

The challenges of the future place new demands on us, which is why the Swedish Armed Forces are undergoing transformation and growth. Do you want to be one of us working for a stronger defense of Sweden?

About the Operations

The Swedish Armed Forces Telecommunications and Information Systems Regiment (FMTIS) supports the Headquarters and the Armed Forces' locations in Stockholm regarding the operation and maintenance of command and deployment systems at all readiness levels, both nationally and internationally. We work in a developing environment characterized by ambition, technical competence, and opportunities for personal development. We are looking for you who are eager to take on new challenges and who work solution-oriented and security-aware with a sense of responsibility.

About the Position

To strengthen our team and capability, we are now seeking an Operations Engineer for the Command Support Unit, Implementation Division Stockholm. As an Operations Engineer, you will be part of our user support section, consisting of skilled and experienced colleagues who will help you settle into the role in the best possible way. The work is varied and mainly consists of supporting users with the operation and maintenance of various IT systems.

Main Responsibilities

The tasks are performed both independently and in groups and include, among other things:

• Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of clients, servers, and networks
• Configuration of switches and routers
• Planning of preventive and corrective maintenance work as well as commissioning of IT equipment
• Troubleshooting, upgrading, and installation of clients and other end-user equipment
• Collaborate and coordinate support with other operations with a focus on operational effect
• The work is primarily performed at the Swedish Armed Forces' premises in Stockholm.

What We Offer

In the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility, where both professional development and personal health are valued. At our workplace, a good balance between work and private life is important. The operations offer great variation and complexity, which means good development opportunities and prerequisites for internal career mobility. In addition to learning our internal systems and processes, you will also increase your security awareness. Our employees have several different benefits, including:

• Competence development based on operational needs and individual career goals
• Three hours of exercise per week during working hours, as well as the opportunity to participate in competitions and access to fitness facilities
• Good balance between work and leisure with flexible working hours and 28-35 days of vacation depending on age
• Salary supplement during parental leave and sick leave for children, as well as the opportunity to exchange vacation days for extra pension contributions

Qualifications

• Upper secondary education with a focus on IT and data communication, or equivalent knowledge that can be assessed as equivalent
• Current and relevant experience in installation and configuration of IT equipment
• Good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
• Category B driver's license
• Swedish citizenship

Meritorious Qualifications

• Current and relevant work experience as an IT technician or equivalent
• Experience working in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd line support
• Experience in security work in IT environments
• Knowledge and experience working with signals-intelligence-related IT security products, such as firewalls and cryptographic systems
• Knowledge and experience of the Swedish Armed Forces' IT infrastructure, both software and hardware
• Knowledge and experience within operating systems for servers and clients, network technology
• Experience working in a process-oriented manner (ITIL)

Personal Attributes

We are looking for you who are engaged and service-oriented. You are organized and responsible with the ability to take initiative. You are security- and quality-aware. You find it easy to talk to other people and make yourself understood. You are flexible and willing to take on new tasks and learn what is needed to solve the assignment. You are unpretentious, honest, and straightforward. You like to collaborate with colleagues but can also work independently. Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

Other Information

The position is a civil permanent employment and begins with a 6-month probationary period for those not already employed within the Swedish Armed Forces. The position is a full-time position. The workplace is in Stockholm.

Apply by 2026-06-14

For information about terms of employment, contact HR Generalist Hanna Ottosson.

For information about the position, contact Torbjörn Samland.

Union Representatives:

SACO Pär Lohman

SEKO Matz Felix

OFRS Martin Sparr

OFRO Håkan Larsson

All can be reached via the switchboard: 08-788 75 00.

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

--------------------------------------------------------Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting regiment:The Swedish Armed Forces Telecommunications and Information Systems Regiment, FMTIS, ensures the Armed Forces' ability to communicate and command - 24/7, year-round. The regiment has a consolidated responsibility for the Armed Forces' technical command system that supports military operations at sea, on land, and in the air – in Sweden and abroad. The regiment has nearly 2000 employees at more than 32 locations around the country. Read more at https://jobb.forsvarsmakten.se/fmtisAn employment with us implies placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security clearance with background 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 meaning of this varies 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 grades and certificates must always be presented.Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.