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IT Security Architect

based in Norrköping

You will join the Swedish Transport Administration's (Sjöfartsverket) IT department, which currently consists of approximately 100 employees. On the IT department, we work closely with each other and the business operations, both physically and digitally. We have the opportunity to work remotely a few days a week, while still valuing physical presence when needed. Close collaboration creates the conditions for fast decision-making processes and smooth cooperation between different roles and departments. Our working methods are agile, allowing room to contribute new ideas that create user value and IT benefits throughout the entire lifecycle of IT services. You will be part of the IT Security Unit within the IT department.

Key Responsibilities

As an IT Security Architect, you are responsible for developing, maintaining, and long-term shaping of the Swedish Transport Administration's IT security architecture. The role is strategic and tactical, with a clear focus on ensuring that IT and information security are integrated into the architecture, design, and further development of the agency's IT environment.

You will function as a central specialist within the IT Security Unit and provide architectural support to the business, projects, solution architects, technical specialists, operations organization, etc. The role involves translating business needs, security requirements, and legal requirements into sustainable architectural principles and solutions.

An important part of the assignment is to ensure that security is built in from the start in new and changed solutions, according to established architectural principles and a Security by Design perspective.

In the role, you will among other things:

• develop, maintain, and further develop the Swedish Transport Administration's IT security architecture
• create and establish architectural principles, guidelines, and target architectures within IT and information security
• specify requirements and review solutions from an IT and information security perspective
• ensure that security requirements, business requirements, and legal requirements are translated into sustainable architectural solutions
• conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and threat modeling prior to new solutions and changes
• provide support to projects, development initiatives, and solution architecture in matters concerning IT security architecture
• contribute security requirements in procurements and the introduction of new IT solutions
• collaborate with the IT Security Unit, other units within the IT department, the business, and external suppliers to ensure a coherent security architecture
• lead and facilitate workshops within IT and information security as well as architecture
• produce statements and opinions related to IT security
• follow developments in cybersecurity and translate new threats, technologies, and working methods into architectural principles and direction
• participate in projects and development initiatives within the area as needed

Who are you?

We are looking for you who have:

• a university or higher education degree in IT security, computer science, computer engineering, systems science, or other education and experience considered equivalent
• several years of relevant experience, at least three years, working as an IT Security Architect or in a similar role in a government agency, other public sector operations, or a large organization
• current experience working with IT security architecture in large and complex IT environments
• current experience in creating, establishing, and further developing architectural principles within IT and information security
• experience in specifying requirements, reviewing, and evaluating technical solutions from a security perspective
• experience in translating business requirements and legal requirements into technical architecture
• good knowledge of relevant regulations and standards within IT and information security, such as the Cyber Security Act, ISO 27001 & ISO 27002, and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency's (MSB/MCF) governing ordinances on IT and information security
• experience working in projects and change initiatives
• good communication skills and experience working with different stakeholders at various levels
• good proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written

It is meritorious if you have:

• experience working with architecture and security in hybrid environments
• experience working with the Zero Trust security strategy and modern security architectures
• certifications in IT architecture or IT and information security
• experience working according to the Security Protection Act (PMFS 2022:1) and understanding of requirements in security-sensitive operations

We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities. We are looking for you who have a strategic, analytical, and structured approach to work and thrive in a role where you get to work with complex issues at the intersection of business, technology, and security.

You have the ability to see the big picture while understanding the technical details that influence architectural choices. You are communicative and can explain complex relationships clearly and pedagogically to both technical specialists and non-technical stakeholders.

You are collaborative, non-hierarchical, and confident in your specialist role. You enjoy leading workshops, creating alignment, and driving architectural issues forward together with others.

Why choose the Swedish Transport Administration?

The Swedish Transport Administration is a service-producing business agency within the transport sector. Our work environment is unique and our mission is unique – Sveriges vackraste arbetsplats (Sweden's most beautiful workplace). Our mission is to develop transport and shipping in line with the decisions of the Riksdag and the Government. Our business idea is to offer efficient sea routes, modern services, and maritime partnerships for growth, competitiveness, and sustainable development.

The Swedish Transport Administration offers a pleasant work environment with good opportunities to balance work and private life, for example, there may be the possibility of individual agreement regarding remote work a few days a week.

How and when?

This recruitment is for a permanent position expected to be filled as soon as possible.

The Swedish Transport Administration may apply a six-month probationary period.

The position may involve being placed on war-time duty at the Swedish Transport Administration.

Individual salary setting applies for this position.

The position may require Swedish citizenship. Security clearance with background check may be conducted before an employment offer is made.

Information:

Unit Manager Mattias Palm, 010-478 58 13 or [email protected]

Union Representatives:

Saco-S Patrik Wikand, OFR/ST Carl Cremonese, Seko Ib Bergström. All can be reached via our switchboard 0771–630000.

Application:

Register your application by August 31, 2026.

File Number: 26-04433