As an operator at the 135th Security Squadron, you will work within the military security service with a focus on collecting security intelligence aimed at indicating and identifying suspected security threats to the Armed Forces' assets of value.
You will carry out a highly relevant task with a constantly changing threat picture. The work is very long-term and conducted with high discretion. As a person, you should be patient, results-oriented, and have a high capacity for creative thinking.
Main responsibilities
Daily work is varied and includes everything from training and education to conducting operational activities. An important part is also developing the activities within your future work area. Furthermore, you lead, are responsible for, and develop your team and have direct personnel responsibility.
The employment begins with an approximately 6-month basic course. After successful completion, you will be placed in an appropriate position. Position-specific training begins after the common basic course.
Desirable personal qualities
We place great importance on personal qualities and are looking for someone who is a trustworthy person with a strong sense of responsibility and good initiative. Furthermore, you should have a high stress threshold and be accustomed to changing environments as the operational task is very dynamic.
As an employee with us, you are expected to take initiative and be able to implement the meaning of your own decisions and assess their consequences in a broader operational context. You should be able to work autonomously without direct supervision and make decisions based on previously given frameworks that constantly strive toward the overall goal.
We see that you are a person who unites a group and contributes to others' development in an unpretentious manner where individual differences and competencies are strengthened and build an effective whole.
Since you will handle security-classified tasks in the service and the work as a whole is covered by significant confidentiality, we see that you are a person with high personal maturity and strong integrity who is not driven by an external need for validation.
Requirements
Completed and approved military basic training
Category B driving license
Officer's degree
At least 2 years of work experience as either GSS/K or OF/SO
Trained as a group leader
Swedish citizenship
Completed and approved results in accordance with FMFysS
No or mild fur allergy with medication
Approved results on selection tests based on overall assessment
Meritorious qualifications
Experience and training in covert collection in terrain and urban environments
Work in security unit service or reconnaissance service in the Armed Forces or similar organization
Completed and approved military police training
Military driving permits and further driving training civilian/military
Experience from national/international deployment
Other information
Type of employment: Permanent
Placement location: Kungsängen, Livgardet
During the recruitment process, selection tests as per the above requirements will be conducted over four days. The test will be physically and mentally demanding and you should not drive a car on the Sunday following the test.
Test date: 20261203–06, tests will be conducted near Livgardet
Employment start 1/9 2027, we apply FM rules regarding 6 months probation
Salary: We apply individual salary setting
For questions regarding recruitment, please contact the unit at email: [email protected]
Trade union representatives
OFR/O Sven Lundberg
OFR/S Örjan Jansson
SACO Per Textorius
SEKO Lise-Lotte Larsson
All can be reached via switchboard: 010-82 40 00
Welcome to submit your application by no later than 2026-09-27
Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces website.
Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:
Livgardet is one of the Armed Forces' largest units with traditions dating back to 1521. We train tomorrow's soldiers, as well as military police and personnel to conduct international deployment. We guard the royal palaces, we have security and ground combat units. We are also responsible for preserving and developing Swedish military music tradition. Our headquarters is in Kungsängen outside Stockholm, but we also have locations in Sollentuna, central Stockholm, Uppsala, Gothenburg, and Karlskrona.
Within the Armed Forces, there is a strong set of values based on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good opportunities for internal career mobility, wellness activities, and good balance between work and personal life.
Employment with us entails placement in a security class. Usually Swedish citizenship is required.
Security vetting with background check will be conducted prior to employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in a war position. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position.
With an application for employment, a CV and personal letter must be attached. If you progress in the employment process, you must always present certified copies of grades and certificates.
Calls from external recruitment companies and sales representatives are not welcome.As an operator at the 135th Security Squadron, you will work within the military security service with a focus on collecting security intelligence aimed at indicating and identifying suspected security threats to the Armed Forces' assets of value.
You will carry out a highly relevant task with a constantly changing threat picture. The work is very long-term and conducted with high discretion. As a person, you should be patient, results-oriented, and have a high capacity for creative thinking.
Main responsibilities
Daily work is varied and includes everything from training and education to…