Vacant job

Through Sunet, the Swedish Research Council works to deliver IT services and infrastructure services to the higher education sector. Our customers are primarily universities and colleges, but also larger research infrastructures and certain government agencies.

Sunet operates the world's most modern research network and world-class digital identity services. Since the 1980s, we have delivered IT services and networks to Sweden's universities, colleges, and research infrastructures. As an employee of the Swedish Research Council, you are part of a global community of IT professionals working to support research and the development of the internet worldwide. We are now looking for a systems specialist who can contribute with qualified support and project involvement. The position is located within the Platform Operations and Operational Security unit.

Role Description and Responsibilities

Our unit currently consists of 11 employees. We are humble and help each other while maintaining high standards – both for ourselves and for one another. We always strive to be the best, which is why continuous development and education are important to us.

The primary responsibilities include:

• operations-related security monitoring in Microsoft Defender XDR
• analysis of log data
• handling and support for incidents related to operations and security
• quality follow-up to ensure correct documentation
• participation in security-related projects and activities

The role also includes on-call duty.

Who are you?

We place great importance on your personal qualities. As a person, you have a strong interest in IT security and good analytical skills to see patterns where others see noise. You enjoy taking responsibility and can drive your work forward independently. You are communicative and can contribute your own suggestions for solutions. You can create structure in your work, prioritize based on your tasks, and have the desire to learn new things. You are also a team player who thrives in teams and is accustomed to having dialogue with customers.

You must have

• several years of experience working in Windows environments, e.g., M365, EntraID, Defender XDR, Windows Server
• basic knowledge of Linux and networking
• experience analyzing logs and identifying patterns in large datasets
• good ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, in Swedish and English.

It is meritorious if you also have one or more of the following

• a technical degree with a focus on security from a university or college
• experience working with log management platforms
• knowledge of scripting (e.g., Python and PowerShell) and habit of documenting your work in a structured manner.

Location

Our office is located at Tulegatan 11 in central Stockholm. If the tasks allow, there is an opportunity to work remotely part-time.

Employment Type and Start Date

We offer a permanent full-time position with a 6-month probation period. We would like you to start as soon as possible, taking into account any notice period.

Are you interested?

If you want to know more about the job, you are welcome to contact

• Jonas Hagström, Recruiting Manager 073-627 14 57
• Eva Huring, HR Specialist 070-108 74 29
• Bente Ahlström, Saco-S 076-525 76 18
• Nina Glimster, ST 076-526 72 15

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter via our recruitment system by August 10, 2026.

Mark the application with case number 2.2.1- 07902

About Us

The Swedish Research Council is Sweden's largest state research funding agency. Our work is about giving researchers good conditions to contribute to society with high-quality research. Over 300 people work with us in modern premises in central Stockholm and Gothenburg. We handle applications, evaluate, and follow up on research conditions, and communicate about research.

The Swedish Research Council also finances, develops, and operates research infrastructure. Our technical operations provide Sunet, which delivers a unique data network, an identity infrastructure, as well as secure and stable IT services. This enables national and global collaboration for Swedish research, higher education, and culture in a secure, simple, and accessible way.

Our employment is characterized by engagement and care for one another. We have an open collaborative climate and an inclusive culture where we strive for gender balance and value diversity.

Read more about our workplace and meet some of our employees at http://www.vetenskapsrådet.se (http://www.vetenskapsr%C3%A5det.se).