Vacant job

Norrbotten Air Force Wing F 21 is looking for a colleague for the position of Signals Security Officer within A6, the wing staff's department for communications and information systems services. The need to exchange information is increasing in line with technological and methodological development. The geopolitical security situation places increasingly high demands on efficient, accessible, and user-friendly solutions to ensure that actors within the total defence have access to the right information at the right time – even when information security requirements are high. Do you want to contribute to the development of F 21's ability to share information securely? Then you could be our next colleague.

Job Responsibilities

Signals security services aim to prevent unauthorized access to or interference with our communication systems, as well as the use of cryptographic functions in IT systems. You will work together with the wing's other signals security personnel to achieve the function's objectives.

The Signals Security Officer works together with the wing's other signals security personnel to plan and conduct exercises, provide training, and over time administer the handling of cryptographic keys, certificates, and cryptographic material. To understand how cryptographic functions contribute to protecting our information, technical curiosity is required to put different systems into context.

The role involves extensive contact with various operations within the wing and the Luleå Garrison. A good understanding and knowledge of the operations' needs is a success factor in meeting demand. You need to be someone who enjoys providing good service, sometimes under short notice. The operations can be intense at times, meaning you must be able to handle a high workload and enjoy working in a team.

You will undergo local and central training to obtain the authorizations required to work independently with various systems, administration, and in the role of an instructor. The job involves recurring responsibility for training users to varying degrees, so you must feel comfortable and enjoy standing in front of others.

Signals security naturally involves significant administration to ensure correct handling. Therefore, you need to be proficient in the Office suite and have good knowledge of Word and Excel. The tasks cover both Swedish and international cryptographic systems, requiring good English skills.

As an employee of the Swedish Armed Forces, physical training is included as one of your job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• IT skills or other relevant knowledge for the role
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• Category B driver's license

Merits

• Completed signals security training within the Swedish Armed Forces or the Total Defence
• Experience in IT security or Cyber Defence
• Experience with administration supported by IT systems
• Pedagogical education or experience as a trainer
• Knowledge of telephony, radio, and network technology

Personal Attributes

We are looking for you who have good teamwork skills and experience in administration. You are computer literate and have a technical understanding. You enjoy analyzing and planning complex tasks. You are analytical, proactive, and able to work independently. You also have a high level of security awareness and a strong sense of the importance of following rules to maintain established security requirements. We see that you are pedagogical with good communication skills, as the position involves both instructor duties and collaboration with many different contacts within the Swedish Armed Forces. Great importance will be attached to personal suitability.

For the agency's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing value base. The Swedish Armed Forces' value base protects the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promotes democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).

Other Information

Permanent employment starting with a 6-month probationary period.

Employment type: The position is a civilian appointment.

Start date: As soon as possible after agreement.

Work location: Luleå.

The position requires ongoing education, further training, and other activities involving travel outside the duty station. Employment includes the obligation to participate in training, exercises, and operations, both domestically and internationally. The position is part of the wing's wartime unit with the task of establishing air bases both nationally and internationally under field conditions.

Information about the position and recruitment process can be provided by

Chief A6, Daniel Björkman, tel 0920-23 44 00 or Signals Security Chief, Fredrik Wiberg, 070-622 63 16. Alternatively via switchboard 0920-23 40 00.

Trade Union Representatives

OFR/O, OFR/S, SACO, and SEKO. All can be reached via F 21 switchboard 0920-23 40 00.

We welcome your application by 2026-08-21. Your application must include a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, we want you to explain why you are suitable for this position.

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

Information about the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong value base based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness programs, and a good balance between work and private life. Employment with us involves placement in a security class. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security screening with register check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be war-placed. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the application for employment. If you proceed in the recruitment process, certified copies of diplomas and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment agencies and salespeople are declined.