Cryptologist

Försvarets Radioanstalt · Full-time

Box 301, Bromma, Sweden

1 position(s). Do you want to make a positive impact for society and contribute to Sweden's independence in the world? FRA is now seeking a cryptologist for the Cyber Operations Department. At FRA, every task is part of something larger. If you are the person we are looking for, we can offer you varied work in a knowledge-intensive environment where you can make a difference every day. We are convinced that a mix of people with different backgrounds creates a dynamic and creative work environment – our differences are our strength. We strive to have an equal workplace and welcome female applicants. Your Assignment You will be part of the Crypto Office under the Cyber Operations Department. The department has two main tasks: helping to strengthen protection against qualified IT attacks from abroad for critical infrastructure in Sweden, and developing and delivering access and exploitation capabilities to signal intelligence operations. As a cryptologist, you will work in a group that develops and implements mathematical and cryptological methods to support the agency's intelligence production. The methods the group develops process data collected through signals intelligence and deliver the results back to the signal intelligence operations. Your main work tasks will be: · Software development primarily in C/C++ and Python · Analyzing crypto implementations from a security and vulnerability perspective · High-performance computing · Analysis of encrypted data The work is characterized by continuous change, and we very much welcome your commitment to staying current and acquiring new knowledge in the field during your employment. Your Qualifications We are looking for someone who has: · A doctorate in computer science, mathematics, physics, computer engineering, or similar fields. Alternatively, you have acquired equivalent knowledge through work experience. · Strong programming skills · Good experience with Linux-like operating systems at the command line level · Excellent knowledge of Swedish and English in both speech and writing We consider it advantageous if you have experience or knowledge in one or more of the technical areas below: · Programming skills in relatively low-level languages such as C/C++, Rust, Assembler, or similar · Cryptology or Cybersecurity · Compilers and computer architectures · Operating system design · Software development · High-performance computing · Data Science with or without machine learning About You We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities and are looking for someone who, in addition to your technical engagement, is unpretentious with a problem-solving attitude. The work tasks involve partly independent work, which requires initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to prioritize and complete assignments. You enjoy learning new things and developing together with the organization. You are analytically minded and like to seek creative solutions where standard approaches run out. You are patient and clear in your communication with both colleagues and clients, even under time pressure. To thrive in this role, you must be attracted to challenging problems and enjoy continuously learning new things, as our assignments vary in both size and complexity. Since you will work closely with both your own team and other parts of the Crypto Office, it is important that you have teamwork skills and that you create engagement and participation with a positive attitude. The organization places high demands on loyalty, integrity, and judgment. About FRA FRA has the world as its arena, where every work task is part of something larger. In one way or another, you as an employee will help protect Sweden's integrity and independence in the world. You make a real difference, every day. Our mission as an intelligence service is to protect Sweden against the most serious threats to society – military attacks, terrorism, and cyberattacks. We protect the most important thing we have – our security, our democracy, and our way of life. We are experts in cyber and signals intelligence and serve as an early warning system for military threats. Since 2024, FRA has led the National Cybersecurity Center, NCSC, whose mission is to develop and strengthen Sweden's capacity to prevent, detect, and manage cyber threats. As a new employee at FRA, you will receive comprehensive introductory training and continuous professional development, which gives you the opportunity to develop your skills and become even better at what you are passionate about. Our organization is multifaceted and consists of different competencies and personalities, where each individual has unique characteristics and circumstances. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and secure. In addition to a stimulating work environment, we also offer an attractive benefits package, which you can read more about at www.fra.se. For more information about the National Cybersecurity Center, visit www.ncsc.se For your safety. For our democracy. Every day. Year-round. More Information The workplace is located near Drottningholm, approximately 10 minutes from Brommaplan. Swedish citizenship is a requirement as employment at FRA involves placement in a security classification. Before employment, you will be security vetted in accordance with the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be war-mobilized. We apply a six-month probationary period. For more information, you are welcome to contact [email protected]. Union representatives can be reached at 010-557 46 00. We accept applications via www.fra.se no later than 2026-10-11. Reference number 2026FRA1198-2. Since we have already decided on the recruitment channels we wish to use for this recruitment, we ask not to be contacted with further offers of advertising and recruitment assistance. Keywords: password cracking, decryption. Employment type: Permanent employment. Duration: Permanent. Working hours: Daytime.