As an operator at the 135th Security Squadron, you will work within the military security service with an emphasis on collecting security intelligence aimed at indicating and identifying suspected security threats to the Swedish Armed Forces' assets of value.
You will be employed in a highly current task with a constantly changing threat landscape. 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.
We are looking for an SO6-7 for this position, but if you are a driven OR4-5 with relevant experience and have your sights set on SOU in the near future, we also encourage you to submit an application.
Main duties
Daily work is varied and includes everything from training and education to conducting operational activities. An important part is also the development of operations within your future work area.
As a communications operator, you are responsible for supporting operational units during operations regarding communications equipment and how it should be utilized. Furthermore, you are responsible for the development and training within communications services at the unit.
Desired personal qualities
We place great emphasis on personal qualities and are looking for someone who is a confident person with great 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 implications of your own decisions and evaluate their consequences in a larger 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 strategic objective.
We see that you are a person who brings a team together and contributes to others' development in a humble manner where individual differences and competencies are strengthened and build a powerful whole.
Since you will handle security-classified tasks in the position and the work in its entirety 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 confirmation.
Requirements
Experience and training in communications and command systems
Completed and approved military basic training
Class B driving license
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
Meriting qualifications
Officer's degree
Experience and training in covert collection in terrain and urban environments
Work in security service or reconnaissance service in the Swedish Armed Forces or similar organization
Completed and approved military police training
Experience from national/international deployment
Other information
Employment type: Permanent or GSS contract
Work location: Kungsängen, Livgardet
During the recruitment process, you will be called for interview, fitness tests, and security vetting
Start of employment according to agreement; we apply the Swedish Armed Forces rules regarding 6 months probation
Salary: We apply individual salary setting
For questions regarding recruitment, please contact the unit at the email address: [email protected]
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 with your application by August 23, 2026
Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website.
Information about the Swedish Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:
Livgardet is one of the Swedish Armed Forces' largest units with a history 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 are also located in Sollentuna, central Stockholm, Uppsala, Gothenburg, and Karlskrona.
Within the Swedish Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built 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 a good balance between work and private life.
Employment with us involves placement in security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required.
Security vetting with records check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be wartime deployed. The employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The nature of this varies depending on the type of position.
With the application for employment, a CV and personal letter should be attached. If you proceed in the employment process, you must always present certified copies of grades and certificates.
Calls from external recruitment companies and sales people are not welcome.As an operator at the 135th Security Squadron, you will work within the military security service with an emphasis on collecting security intelligence aimed at indicating and identifying suspected security threats to the Swedish Armed Forces' assets of value.
You will be employed in a highly current task with a constantly changing threat landscape. 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.
We are looking for an SO6-7 for this position, but if you are a driven OR4-5 with…